Early Childhood Educator

baci; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 43,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation & sick time

Gym membership

Extended medical & dental benefits

Professional development

Employee assistance program

Childcare discounts

Job summary

YMCA BC is seeking an Early Childhood Educator for a temporary, full-time role at Mole Hill YMCA Child Care in Vancouver. The position involves 35 hours per week with rotating 7:15am–6:00pm shifts, starting December 1, 2026, and ending February 28, 2027. Salary is $31.56 per hour plus $6 per hour wage enhancement, with benefits through YMCA BC.

Reports to the Team Lead and unionized under BCGEU Local 303. The role requires BC-recognized ECE certification (ITE license a plus), First Aid/CPR-C,

Qualifications

• Basic ECE certification from a program recognized in British Columbia.
• Infant Toddler Educator (ITE) License from a BC program is an asset.
• Special Needs Educator (SNE) is an asset.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Emergency First Aid and CPR-C & AED certificate required (within 30 days of start).
• 3 satisfactory references required.
• Criminal Record check with Vulnerable Sector search within 6 months before start date.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality care and creative programming to children.
• Build meaningful relationships with children and families.
• Work with team to create a safe, supportive environment for staff and families.
• Deliver high-quality and age-appropriate programs using YMCA Playing to Learn curriculum.
• Ensure active supervision and smooth transitions between play areas.
• Use Weemarkable to provide daily parent communication.
• Maintain clean, safe program spaces and comply with licensing standards.

Skills

Verbal & written communication

Team collaboration

Education

Basic ECE certification (BC)

ITE License (BC)

SNE Certification (asset)

Emergency First Aid & CPR-C/AED

Job description

Position Title: Early Childhood Educator

Location

Mole Hill YMCA Child Care (1164 Comox St, Vancouver, BC V6E 1K5)

Term

Temporary, Full-Time

Hours

35 hours per week

Shift

Monday - Friday shifts will rotate between the hours of 7:15am - 6:00pm

Start Date

December 1st, 2026

End Date

February 28th, 2027

Salary

Salary: $31.56 per hour for ECE License. Includes an additional $6 per hour as per the Provincial Government Wage Enhancement Initiative.

Reports To

Team Lead

Union

This posting is governed by the collective agreement between YMCA Childcare centres and BCGEU Local 303.

Benefits

• Competitive vacation and paid sick time
• Free YMCA Gym Membership+ Y@Home
• Eligibility for Extended Medical and Dental Benefits
• Training and Professional Development Opportunities
• Extensive Employee assistance program
• Reduced childcare rates and priority placement for YMCA Staff
• Be part of a charitable organization that positively impacts the community

*Some benefits may vary based on region and employment terms

Nature & Scope

Early childhood educators (ECE, ECE-IT/ SN) and assistants at the YMCA ensure a safe and engaging environment for all children. By adhering to the YMCA Playing to Learn curriculum, they design, and lead activities tailored to the interests and developmental stages of the children in their care. These educators also cultivate and maintain strong, positive relationships with parents, fellow educators, and community partners to deliver high-quality childcare within the communities we serve.

Major Responsibilities - in this position, you will:

• Provide quality care and creative programming directly to the children
• Build meaningful and positive relationships with children and families
• Work with your team to create a supportive and safe environment for both staff and families
• Deliver high quality and age-appropriate programs based on the YMCA Playing to Learn curriculum
• Ensure constant active supervisor and collaborate as a team to facilitate smooth transitions between play areas.
• Utilize our parent communication app (Weemarkable) to provide daily communication and updates
• Keep a clean and safe environment – in all program areas and common spaces
• Follow all YMCA, Child Care Facility Licensing (CCFL) and legal requirements, including YMCA Playing to Learn curriculum standards

Qualification - you bring:

• Basic ECE certification from a program recognized in British Columbia
• Infant Toddler Educator (ITE) License from a program recognized in British Columbia is an asset
• Special Needs Educator (SNE) is an asset
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Any training related to child growth and development is an asset
• Emergency First Aid and CPR-C & AED certificate required (to be obtained within 30 days after the start date)
• Successful candidate will be required to provide 3 satisfactory references
• Successful candidates will be required to provide a current and satisfactory Criminal Record check with a Vulnerable sector search issued no later than six (6) months preceding the start date.

About YMCA BC:

By igniting belonging and championing health equity, YMCA BC strengthens the foundations of community. With over 3,000 employees and volunteers, YMCA BC serves 150,000 individuals of all ages, backgrounds and abilities across hundreds of service locations, from the Sunshine Coast to Fort St. John.

As a charity, YMCA BC promotes equitable access to healthier outcomes by providing vital programs and services to help address many of our communities' most pressing social issues, including health and wellness, affordable child care and camps, mental health, employment services and community health.

We believe there is potential inside all of us and envision vibrant, healthy and inclusive communities for all.

YMCA BC is firmly committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging (EDIB). By taking an intersectional approach to our programs and services, the YMCA is committed to creating spaces and experiences where everyone feels safe, welcome, and like they belong. Learn more at

Application Deadline: October 16th, 2026