Early Childhood Educator

Powell River Educational Services Society; Powell River; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused childcare provider in Powell River is seeking a full-time early childhood educator. The role involves ensuring a safe and engaging environment for kids, following the YMCA curriculum, and building relationships with families. Candidates must have ECE certification and strong communication skills. Benefits include competitive salary, YMCA gym membership, and professional development opportunities. This position offers the chance to positively impact the community and work in a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Competitive vacation and paid sick time

Free YMCA Gym Membership

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

Qualifications

• Emergency First Aid and CPR-C & AED certificate required within 30 days after start date.
• Successful candidates must provide 3 satisfactory references.
• Criminal Record check with Vulnerable sector search issued within 6 months required.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality care and creative programming directly to the children.
• Build meaningful relationships with children and families.
• Work with your team to create a supportive and safe environment.
• Deliver age-appropriate programs based on YMCA curriculum.

Skills

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Child growth and development training

Education

Basic ECE certification from a program recognized in British Columbia

Infant Toddler Educator (ITE) License

Special Needs Educator (SNE)

Job description

Location: Edgehill YMCA Child Care (7312 Abbotsford St, Powell River, BC V8A 2G5)

Schedule: Monday-Friday rotating shifts between the hours of 7:45am to 5:15pm

Salary Or Wage: $29.20 per hour (Includes $6 per hour Provincial Wage Enhancement Program)

Start Date: As soon as possible

Job Type: Full Time

List of Requirements

Early childhood educators (ECE, ECE-IT/ SN) 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.

• Basic ECE certification from a program recognized in British Columbia
• Infant ToddlerEducator(ITE)Licenseisan asset
• Special NeedsEducator (SNE) isan asset
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Anytraining related to child growth anddevelopmentis an asset
• Emergency First Aidand CPR-C & AED certificate required (to be obtained within30days 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.
• Please includeany and allrelevant certifications in your online application.

List of Duties

• 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 andage-appropriateprograms 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) toprovide 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
• 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

At YMCA BC, we approach each hiring process individually, recognizing that people bring diverse experiences and strengths. If this opportunity speaks to you, we encourage you to apply—even if you don’t meet every listed qualification. Your unique background might be just what we’re looking for. And if this role isn’t the right fit, we hope you’ll continue exploring future opportunities with us that align with your skills and aspirations.

YMCA BC is committed to creating an inclusive, accessible environment where all members of our community feel valued, respected, and supported. We encourage applications from the diverse communities in which we live and serve, including but not limited to people ofcolour, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity. We have established policies, procedures, and practices to meet accessibility standards throughout the hiring process. Should you require any accommodation throughout the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to contact our People Services department.

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