Early Childhood Educator

Boys and Girls Club Okanagan; British Columbia; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to making a difference in children's lives! As an Early Childhood Educator, you will develop and implement high-quality programs that support children's growth in a nurturing environment. This role offers flexible on-call hours, allowing you to gain diverse experience in various daycare and preschool settings. With a supportive team and opportunities for professional development, your journey with us will be rewarding and impactful. If you are passionate about childcare and eager to contribute to a vibrant community, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

Paid Vacation

Sick Time

Childcare Discounts

Professional Development Sponsorship

Leadership Programs

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid Early Childhood Education Certificate.
• One year of related experience or equivalent training is required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement programs promoting children's development.
• Ensure a safe environment and attend to children's physical needs.
• Establish positive relationships with co-workers and parents.

Skills

Childcare

Program Development

First Aid

Communication

Education

Early Childhood Education Certificate

Job description

Date Posted: January 14, 2024

Competition Number: 225-24/25

Locations: Kelowna, BC (Various locations)

Boys and Girls Club Okanagan is hiring multiple casual/relief positions for Early Childhood Educators for our Daycare and Preschool programs in Kelowna, BC.

Do you want to make a difference in the lives of children? Are you passionate about childcare? Are you an ECE looking for supplemental hours or a new grad looking for casual experience? Then we think you'd be a great fit for our team!

We have multiple daycare and preschool locations that serve 0-5 year-olds, which require occasional coverage. This is a wonderful opportunity to gain experience in many different programs and to engage in an environment where every day is an opportunity to make a difference in the lives of children and their families!

• At BGC Okanagan, we don't just offer jobs – we offer life-changing opportunities.
• Imagine a journey where your professional development isn’t just encouraged – it’s sponsored!
• With our cost-shared benefit plan, paid vacation, sick time, and childcare discounts, we've got your back every step of the way.
• Feeling ambitious? Our leadership programs will catapult you to new heights, unleashing your full potential and empowering you to lead with confidence. And with our vibrant community of practice, you'll connect with like-minded individuals, share ideas, and inspire one another to reach for the stars.

So, what are you waiting for? Come join a team that trusts, values, and appreciates YOU. Your adventure begins here – because Opportunity Changes Everything!

Key Duties And Responsibilities

• Develop and implement high quality programs that support and promote children’s physical, cognitive, emotional and social development.
• Identifies the abilities, interests and needs of children and develops individualized and group activities to inspire exploration, interaction, and play.
• Participates in program planning and reflective practice.
• Attends to the children’s physical needs that may include diapering, toileting, eating and sleeping.
• Administers first aid and medication in accordance with established policy.
• Ensures a healthy, safe and secure environment for children. Identifies and removes potential hazards.
• Establish and maintain positive relationships and open communication with co-workers and parents/guardians.

Qualifications

• Early Childhood Education Certificate with current License to Practice
• One (1) year recent related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Successful completion of agency screening process, including clear criminal record check.

Hours: On-call relief hours available 7:30 am – 5:30 pm, Monday to Friday
Rate of Pay: $22.92 per hour plus $6 hourly ECEWE with valid ECE license
Closing Date: Open until filled

As an equal opportunity employer, BGC Okanagan is committed to the prioritization of equitable and inclusive employment practices. Our goal is to be representative of the communities we serve, and we encourage applications from communities which are structurally marginalized based on race, disability, age, sex, religion, sexual orientation, nationality, social or ethnic origin, gender identity and/or expression. If any candidate needs any accessibility support throughout the hiring process, we will accommodate such requests when made. You will only be considered for a position with BGC Okanagan if you’re legally entitled to work in Canada. Eligible applicants include Canadian citizens, permanent residents and refugees in Canada with legal status.

We appreciate and thank all applicants for their interest, however only short-listed candidates will be contacted.