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Position Summary
The Early Childhood Educator (ECE) supports the planning, delivery and evaluation of program activities for children between the ages of 30 months to school age with diverse abilities, ensuring a safe and supportive environment. This role emphasizes building positive relationships and models respectful, inclusive, and developmentally appropriate practices, setting a positive example for both children and peers in the program. The ECE facilitates group activities and delivers engaging, outcomes-focused programming using a trauma-informed approach that prioritizes safety, empowerment, choice and skill development. The ECE upholds the Agency’s values in daily practice, adheres to policies, procedures, relevant standards and follows the Agency Code of Ethics to guide professional decision-making and behavior. The ECE works collaboratively with the team to support program goals and positive outcomes for participants.
Position Details
Wage: $24/hour + $4/hr ECE-WE = $28/hour
Term: Permanent, ongoing
Hours: 40 hours/week
Shift: Monday – Friday, 9:00am - 5:30pm
Location: SĆIȺNEW SṮEȽIṮḴEȽ Club, 802 Latoria Road, Langford B.C V9C 3A7
Benefits: Extended Health Care Benefits after 3-month probation period
Opportunities: Professional development, supportive work/life balance, training and development, career opportunities and advancement
Key Duties and Responsibilities
- Plans and Delivers Developmentally Appropriate Programming. Uses modelling, questioning, and reinforcing techniques to create engaging, intentional, and age-appropriate activities.
- Encourages Participation through a Strengths-Based, Inclusive Approach. Fosters engagement by recognizing children's interests, needs, and cultural identities.
- Implements Trauma-Informed and Emotionally Supportive Practices. Prioritizes safety, empowerment, and emotional regulation using trauma-informed strategies.
- Supports Individualized Care and Behaviour Plans. Collaborates with supervisors and support workers to implement tailored learning and behaviour strategies based on care plans.
- Monitors Development and Connects Families to Support Services. Shares observations and assists in referrals to professionals (e.g., speech, occupational, or behavioural therapists).
- Applies Learning Theories (Visual, Verbal, Tactile) to Enhance Engagement. Adapts interaction styles to support diverse learning needs and promote social-emotional growth.
- Maintains Licensing and Health Standards in Daily Childcare. Upholds hygiene, nutrition, sleep, and toileting standards while maintaining regulated staff-to-child ratios.
- Administers First Aid and Supports Medication Needs. Follows established procedures for medical assistance, self-administration of medication, and emergency care.
- Ensures a Safe, Structured Environment and Manages Risk. Conducts daily safety checks, observes for distress, reports hazards, and follows emergency protocols, including during out-trips.
- Engages Respectfully with Families Using Approved Communication Tools. Shares daily updates digitally, discusses developmental progress, and encourages parental involvement.
- Contributes to Program Planning and Continuous Improvement. Offers feedback, observes engagement, and helps refine programming in collaboration with supervisors.
- Models Best Practices and Supports Staff Orientation. Mentors ECEAs and practicum students by modelling routines and child guidance techniques.
- Completes Documentation and Reporting Duties Accurately. Maintains logs, attendance, incident reports, and care documentation per agency expectations.
- Represents the Agency in Community Engagement Activities. Participates in events, committees, and outreach to promote awareness of the agency’s programs and services.
- Upholds Ethical Standards, Confidentiality, and Professional Boundaries. Adheres to agency policies, CARF standards, and ensures dignity and rights of all participants are respected.
A full list of duties and responsibilities will be provided in the position description
Minimum Qualifications
- Must be 19 years of age
- Valid Early Childhood Educator Certificate approved by the British Columbia ECE Registry
- One (1) year recent experience working with children with a minimum of 20 hours training in child development, guidance, health and safety or nutrition to meet licensing standards working with children 30 months to school age with diverse abilities in a licensed child care setting
- Food Safe – Level 1
- Demonstrated experience in relationship building and working with diverse family systems
- Emergency Childcare First Aid and CPR B
To Apply
- Please submit your resume and cover letter to [email protected] indicating which position you are applying for in your email subject line and clearly demonstrating how your experience and qualifications relate to this position
- In the first line of your cover letter, please use our tag line “Opportunity Changes Everything”
- We thank all who apply. In align with our mission, we strive to create safe, supportive places and welcome all to apply
This position is open to all applicants. This position requires union membership.
Interested by the opportunity but not sure how to make it fit? Start the conversation and let’s discuss options! Please feel free to reach out with inquiries or for more information via [email protected]
In alignment with our 5 Core Values, BGC South Vancouver Island is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, welcoming diversity and inclusivity in all practices within the organization
BGC South Vancouver Island acknowledges the Lkwungen, WSÁNEĆ, T’Sou-ke, MÁlexeŁ and Scia’new people, whose traditional territories we live and work upon each day
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Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $24.00-$28.00 per hour
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Langford, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Early Childhood Educator (ECE) Certificate (required)
Work Location: In person
