Early Childhood Educator

Vancouver-Society-of-Children-S-Centres-; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 54,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Market-leading wages

3 weeks paid vacation

RRSP employer match 4%

Health & welfare benefits

Professional development funds

Job summary

Vancouver Society of Children's Centres (VSOCC) invites applications for an Early Childhood Educator (3 to 5) at Vancouver Downtown. You will plan, implement and evaluate activities to meet the needs of children and families in a caring, inclusive setting.

The role is full-time (37.5 hours/week) with competitive wages, health benefits, RRSP matching, and $250 annually for professional development, starting October 28, 2026.

Qualifications

• ECE basic / Special Needs Certification
• Childcare First Aid and Food Safe Level 1
• Well-developed interpersonal skills, including oral and written communication
• Knowledge of Emergent curriculum and the BC Early Learning Framework
• Developmental needs of children
• Family engagement strategies and parenting issues and needs
• Guiding and caring strategies
• Knowledge of broader child care field and its role in the community

Responsibilities

• Plan, implement, and evaluate activities and experiences to meet individual and group needs of all children and families of a childcare program.
• Guide and care for a group of children ages 3 to 5 years old
• Encourage learning and develop positive self-concepts for children
• Ensure a healthy and safe environment for children
• Maintain effective and cooperative team work and communication
• Maintain positive and supportive relationships with parents and families

Skills

ECE Certification

First Aid

Food Safe Level 1

Interpersonal skills

Oral & written communication

Emergent curriculum

BC Early Learning Framework

Developmental needs

Family engagement

Guiding & caring strategies

Community knowledge

Second Language

Job description

VANCOUVER SOCIETY OF CHILDREN’S CENTRES (VSOCC)

Early Childhood Educator (3 to 5)

EMPOWERING CHILDREN AND FAMILIES! The Vancouver Society of Children's Centres (VSOCC) understands that children are competent, capable, and will reach their full potential when they actively participate in their own play and learning. We encourage and support children’s natural curiosity and foster diverse, inclusive, and nurturing environments where healthy play is encouraged.

Operating 16 state-of-the-art centres in Vancouver, VSOCC is a leader in the childcare sector. We are GROWING and we invite you to join our team! In addition to an innovative team environment and growth opportunities, we offer:

• market-leading wages commensurate with education
• three weeks’ paid vacation and up to 4% employer matched RRSP contributions;
• 100% employer paid health and welfare benefits;
• $250 professional development dollars per year.

Reports to:

The Early Childhood Educator reports to the Program Supervisor.

Here’s how you will make a positive impact on a day-to-day basis:

• Plan, implement, and evaluate activities and experiences to meet individual and group needs of all children and families of a childcare program.
• Guide and care for a group of children ages 3 to 5 years old
• Encourage learning and develop positive self-concepts for children
• Ensure a healthy and safe environment for children
• Maintain effective and cooperative team work and communication
• Maintain positive and supportive relationships with parents and families

In addition to being a wonderful and positive person & team player, you must have:

• ECE basic &/or Special Needs Certification
• Childcare First Aid and Food Safe Level 1
• Well-developed interpersonal skills, including oral and written communication
• Strong knowledge and awareness of:
• Emergent curriculum and the BC Early Learning Framework
• Developmental needs of children
• Family engagement strategies and parenting issues and needs
• Guiding and caring strategies
• Knowledge of broader child care field and its role in the community

Additional skills and experiences may include:

• Child care experience working in an inclusive child care setting
• Second Language

Terms of Employment:

• Salary: $27.85 to $28.74 per hour plus employer-paid health and welfare benefits. In addition, you may be eligible for a $6 per hour Provincial ECE Wage Enhancement.
• Full-time (37.5 hours per week)
• Starting: October 28, 2026
• Location: Vancouver Downtown, 3 to 5 program

This position is open to all applicants and is unionized with BCGEU.