Early Childhood Educator

Camosun International; Victoria; On-site; CAD 27,552,000 - 33,062,000; Part time

Job summary

Camosun College is seeking an Early Childhood Educator to provide nurturing care and educational activities in a licensed child care setting. The role supports the Child Care department across multiple centres as needed.

The position is part-time (25 hours/week) with a 11:00am–4:00pm schedule, initially stationed at Sparrow Centre for Toddlers at the Interurban Campus, and may float across five campuses from Jan to June 2027, per operational needs.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Early Childhood Education with applicable designations (Infant/Toddler and/or Special Needs) and BC ECE License to Practice.
• Valid First Aid & CPR certificates; clear BC Criminal Record Check; Immunization Record; Physician’s Form of Suitability.
• One year of work experience in a licensed child care setting.

Responsibilities

• Provides care and early learning play experiences for children under age 36 months or ages 3-5 years, addressing well-being, belonging, exploration, languages and social development.
• Builds meaningful relationships with children and creates a responsive caring environment for learning opportunities.
• Uses developmentally appropriate behaviour guidance strategies to foster positive self-concept.
• Participates in planning, preparing, delivering and evaluating age-appropriate inclusive activities for children's holistic development.
• Observes and documents relevant information per centre practices and BC licensing regulations.
• Maintains centre environments, equipment and storage to meet health and safety standards.
• Acts as a professional model and resource for students and supports the team.
• Attends meetings and participates in ongoing professional development and regulatory certifications.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Team player

Organizational skills

Education

Diploma in Early Childhood Education

BC ECE License to Practice

First Aid & CPR certificates

Clear BC Criminal Record Check

Immunization Record

Job description

Number of positions to be hired under this posting

Number of positions to be hired under this posting 1

Additional Pay Considerations

Days of the Week

Work Schedule

Work Schedule 11:00am-4:00pm*

Hours per Week

Hours per Week 25

Additional Work Arrangements

* exact daily schedule determined by operational needs.

Position Type

Position Type Term Part Time

Position Reason

Position Reason Replacement

Posting Type

Posting Type Employees & General Public

Division/School

Division/School Ancillary Services

Department

Department Child Care

Job Description

Under the supervision of the Senior Educator and in collaboration with the Child Care team, the Early Childhood Educator provides nurturing care and education for young children in a group setting. The Educator embraces the department’s philosophy and policies, the B.C. Early Learning Framework, the BC Child Care Licensing Regulation, and related provincial regulations to maintain a standard of care that contributes to the service’s reputation for excellence. The Educator ensures the developmental needs of all children are met within a safe and healthy environment and in cooperation with families, colleagues, and community professionals.

Early Childhood Educators primarily work within 1 assigned centre and may temporarily be assigned to another centre when necessitated by operational need. The child care facilities have infant, toddler, and preschool centres.

TYPICAL DUTIES

• Provides care and early learning play experiences for children under age 36 months or ages 3-5 years, which recognize and respond to the child’s developmental needs of well-being and belonging, exploration and creativity, languages and literacies, and social responsibility and diversity;
• Builds meaningful relationships with all children and contributes to creating a responsive caring environment in order to facilitate learning opportunities;
• Uses developmentally appropriate behaviour guidance strategies that encourage the development of positive self-concept;
• Participates in the planning, preparing, delivering and evaluating of age-appropriate, inclusive activities for children that promote their holistic development;
• Observes and documents relevant information as per centre practices and/or the BC Child Care Licensing Regulation;
• Participates in maintaining the centre environments, equipment, toys and storage areas to meet health and safety standards;
• Is an active team member in caring for the children and in the overall operation of the centre including emergency procedures;
• Develops and maintains cooperative working relationships with parents, students, co-workers, College personnel, general public, and supporting agencies;
• Acts as a professional model and resource person for students;
• Resolves conflict with colleagues and clients proactively;
• Attends and participates actively in centre, department, parent, or other meetings as required;
• Participates in ongoing professional development and maintains regulatory certifications;
• Performs other related duties similar in scope and complexity.

Qualifications

Diploma in Early Childhood Education with applicable designations (Infant/Toddler and/or Special Needs); valid BC Early Childhood Educator License to Practice; valid First Aid & CPR certificates; clear BC Criminal Record Check; Immunization Record; Physician’s Form of Suitability; and one year of work experience in a licensed child care setting.

• Proven knowledge of the BC Early Learning Framework and Inclusion Practices
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills and team player
• Solid organizational skills to address changing priorities and interruptions in a busy environment

The position is physically demanding and includes lifting with weight, crouching, bending, standing, sitting, outdoor work, and exposure to noise. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.

Supporting Truth & Reconciliation Commission's Recommendations

Capabilities

The core capabilities are required for all positions at the college.

Focus on Students and Their Success (Core)

• We all have a role to play in promoting and supporting students – directly or indirectly – contributing to their success, education and transition as they build their path to the future.

Cultural Alignment (Core)

• Inclusion and respect align with Camosun’s traditions of lifelong learning and positive, supportive experiences for all. We examine our individual and institutional cultures and, through indigenization, consider other ways of knowing (thinking), being (approaches), doing (acting), and relating.

Fostering and Nurturing Relationships (Core)

• Fostering and nurturing relationships is at the core of everything we do. Successful workplace relationships take time to develop and include building trust, engagement and collaboration.

Additional Information

Oct.- Dec. 2026 – this position will be working in our Sparrow Centre for Toddlers at the Interurban Campus (IT specialization an asset).

Jan – June 2027 – this position will be working as a Float position in all five centres at both campuses.

Commitment to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

Commitment to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Camosun College values diversity as a strength and strives to be an equitable and inclusive college community of students and employees. The College is an Equal Opportunity Employer that adheres to the BC Human Rights Code which protects against discrimination based on Indigenous identity, race, colour, ancestry, place of origin, religion, marital status, family status, physical and mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or age. The College also recognizes and honors UNDRIP, the TRC Calls to Actions and the BC Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples’ Act. Going beyond legislation, Camosun recognizes the historical and persistent inequities that many people of marginalized groups have faced in society and in the workplace. We seek to dismantle these barriers through systemic and institutional changes focused on strengthening inclusive hiring practices, accessibility and organizational culture. We recognize that moving towards more equitable communities is an ongoing and evolving journey - one which the College is committed to undertaking. Since Camosun plays an important role in creating change within communities, it is our hope that our employees reflect the diversity of our students and experience an inclusive and supportive work environment. Please contact Human Resources for more information.

If you require an accommodation during any stage of our recruitment process, please contact [e-mail] to let us know how we can assist you.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Are you legally entitled to work in Canada?
  • Yes
  • No
• * What is the nature of your eligibility to work in Canada?
  • Canadian Citizen
  • Permanent Resident
  • Work Permit
• If you have a valid work permit, please indicate its expiry date (mm/dd/yy)

  (Open Ended Question)

Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Resume

Optional Documents

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