Early Childhood Educator

Powell River Educational Services Society; Powell River; On-site; CAD 28,929 - 37,195; Full time

Job summary

A local child care services provider in Powell River seeks a Child Care Supervisor to develop and implement programs for children's growth. Applicants must hold an Early Childhood Education Certificate and have experience with special needs children. Responsibilities include engaging children through various activities, supervising staff, and maintaining a safe environment. Punctuality, creativity, and interpersonal skills are key to this role. Competitive pay of $21.00 to $27.00 per hour for 30-40 hours a week.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 month experience in a related field.
• Member of the College of Early Childhood Educators (CECE) required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement child-care programs supporting development.
• Supervise staff, trainees, or volunteers.
• Engage children in creative activities.
• Guide children in proper habits.
• Observe children for potential learning issues.

Skills

Experience with special needs children

First Aid Certificate

Emergency child care first aid and CPR

Effective interpersonal skills

Ability to multitask

Child development supervisor (ECE level 3)

Education

Early Childhood Education (ECE) Certificate

College or CEGEP diploma (1-2 years)

Job description

Employer: Second Nature Child Care Centre

Sector: Child Care

Posting Date: January 12, 2026

Closing Date: Feb 11, 2026

Location: Powell River/qathet Regional District

Hours Per Week: 30-40 Hours a week

Salary Or Wage: $21.00 to $27.00 per hour

Start Date: As soon as possible

Job Type: Full Time

List of Requirements

• College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
• Minimum 1 month experience in or a related field
• Child development supervisor (ECE level 3)
• Emergency child care first aid and CPR
• Member of the College of Early Childhood Educators (CECE)
• Early Childhood Education (ECE) Certificate
• First Aid Certificate
• Experience with special needs children, children with a physical disability and children with behavioural issues

List of Duties

• Develop and implement child-care programs that support and promote the physical, cognitive, emotional and social development of children
• Supervise staff, trainees or volunteers
• Lead activities by telling or reading stories, teaching songs and taking children to local points of interest
• Encourage children to express creativity through the media of art, dramatic play, music and physical activity
• Engage children in activities by telling stories, teaching songs and preparing crafts
• Guide and assist children in the development of proper eating, dressing and toilet habits
• Observe children for signs of potential learning or behavioural problems and prepare reports for parents, guardians or supervisor
• Knowledge of licensing regulations
• Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with co-workers and community service providers working with children
• Plan and maintain an environment that protects the health, security and well-being of children
• Physically demanding; bending, crouching, kneeling
• Ability to multitask
• Punctual, reliable, honest, creative
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Interpersonal awareness that aligns with value and ethics

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