An additional $26
million in funding over three years has been set aside to support child-care
programs that assist low and moderate income families with the cost of child
care through direct assistance to families for child care and funding to child-care
operators.

via www2.news.gov.bc.ca

The Company

Established in 1958, Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers
(NYSE and TSX: RBA) is the world’s largest industrial auctioneer, selling
more equipment to on-site and online bidders than any other company in
the world. The Company has over 110 locations in more than 25 countries
including 38 auction sites worldwide. Ritchie Bros. sells, through unreserved
public auctions, a broad range of used and unused industrial assets, including
equipment, trucks and other assets utilized in the construction, transportation,
agricultural, material handling, mining, forestry, petroleum and marine
industries. The Company maintains a web site at www.rbauction.com
and sponsors an equipment wiki at www.RitchieWiki.com.

The Role

Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers recently opened
a combined philosophy  (Montessori, Reggio & Traditional ECE)
corporate child care facility in conjunction with the move to their new premises
in south Burnaby August 2009. The state of the art facility and child care
team offer a child centred, nurturing environment for infants, toddlers,
preschoolers and school age children. Ritchie Bros. are currently searching for dynamic,
creative, energetic individuals to join the child care team as Montessori Educators, Early Childhood Educators and Infant-Toddler Educators.

The Program

The RBA Child Care Program is responsive
to the individual needs of the children and families that it serves.  Qualified,
experienced educators ensure that the physical,
emotional and social development of each child is supported through the
provision of an environment that truly respects the needs of young children.

The RBA Child Care Program:
·        Recognizes
the importance of the early years.

·        Offers
the best of the best in early learning and care.

·        Encourages
independence from the beginning.

·        Shares,
cares, communicates and celebrates diversity.

·        Supports
early learning through play, creative exploration and enhanced     educational
opportunities.

 

The Requirements
 

• Valid
  ECE License to Practice in B.C – 1 or 5 years is preferred but will accept
  applications from candidates with ECE Assistant License currently working
  on their ECE and/or Montessori
  Teacher Certification (3 years to Kindergarten), (MACTE accredited training
  considered an asset; but is not a requirement)
  
• Experience
  of 3+ years working in a licensed group child care facility or independent
  school.
• Knowledge
  of B.C. Child Care Regulations.
• Current
  Emergency First Aid and CPR certificates.
• Excellent
  interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability
  to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• A
  strong work ethic without sacrificing your ability to have fun on the job!

This job will require you to:
 

• Meet
  all requirements of the B.C. Child Care Licensing Regulations for Child
  Care employees.
• Pass
  a Criminal Record Search.
• Provide
  at least three work related references.
• Lift
  up to 50 pounds on a regular basis
• Be
  physically active and responsive to children’s physical needs.
• Be able to work Monday to Friday between the hours of 7:00 am and 6:00 pm
  

Interested?

Ritchie Bros. offers an excellent total compensation
package including health and dental benefits, education allowance, Group
RRSP and Employee Share Purchase Plan with company matching.  

If you’re interested in making a bid
for this position then please apply online HERE. You’ll find this position by searching the Careers Database under “Human
Resources”.