Early Childhood Educator

University of Victoria; Victoria; On-site; CAD 48,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical benefits

Employee assistance program

Vacation 10 days first year, 15 days,

Leaves – maternity, parental, adoption

Professional development programs

Sustainability initiatives (transit)

Supportive work environment

Job summary

University of Victoria (UVic) Child Care provides on-campus, innovative early learning and care to children aged 30 months to school age. The ECE works in a busy, full-time program under supervision, following UVic pedagogy and the BC Early Learning Framework.

We offer professional development, mentorship, and a supportive work environment. The role requires BC ECE certification and commitment to safety and inclusion in a dynamic campus childcare setting.

Qualifications

• BC ECE Certificate required.
• Completion of an Early Childhood Education certificate or diploma program.
• Ability to lift up to 15 kg and perform physically demanding tasks.

Responsibilities

• Provide early learning and care to children aged 30 months to school age (3-5 years).
• Follow UVic Child Care pedagogy, policies, and the BC Early Learning Framework.
• Work in ratio under supervision of the ECE Supervisor or Program Manager.
• Engage in ongoing professional development and mentorship opportunities.

Skills

BC ECE knowledge

Education

BC ECE Certificate

ECE Diploma

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Organizational Unit

University of Victoria -> Student Affairs -> Campus Services

Location

University of Victoria - Victoria, BC V8W 2Y2 CA (Primary)

Posting Close Date

Please note that positions will close at 4 p.m. on the closing date.

FTE

1.0

Salary Grade

$5,007.00 - $5,165.00

Additional Posting Information:

N/A

Salary posted will be pro-rated based on FTE and achieved as per the collective agreement, if applicable.

Classification

Early Childhood Educator PB/9A

Hours of Work

Monday to Friday, rotating 7 hour shifts starting as early as 7:45 am & ending as late as 5:00pm

Start Date

10/19/2026

End Date

8/28/2027

Employee Group:

CUPE 951 - Term

# of Hires Needed

1

Category

Other

About this Opportunity

We are seeking an outstanding Early Childhood Educator (BC ECE Certificate required) to join the UVic Child Care team in a full-time (35 hours per week), temporary position in one of our 30 months to school aged (3 - 5 year olds) child care programs.

UVic Child Care educators are passionate leaders and advocates for the field, who uphold very high standards and provide strong mentorship to ECEs new to the field. At UVic Child Care:

• We provide a free in-house professional development program. Wework with our pedagogists who guide inquiry work and research projects, lead seminars and workshops for our ECEs, and provide program support.
• Our ECEs have published journal articles, held exhibits and presented at a number of conferences and workshops.
• Our pedagogy, inquiry work and research align with the BC Early Learning Framework (2019).
• We practice a Common Worlds Framework approach, which considers our ethical relations with others in the Anthropocene--reflecting on place, the legacies of colonialism, reconciliation, and 21st century environmental inheritances. For more information on our theoretical approaches, please visit www.commonworlds.net and www.earlychildhoodcollaboratory.net .

WHY JOIN UVIC:

Here at UVic, our people play a vital role in enabling the university to fulfill its mission and promise to become a university of choice for outstanding students, faculty and staff.

Benefits and Perks*

UVic compensation and benefits are competitive with:

• Comprehensive medical benefits and Employee and family assistance program
• Access to health and wellness tools and resources to support you in finding work-life balance
• 10 working days’ vacation in the first year and 15 working days’ vacation in the second calendar year*
• Leaves – maternity, parental, adoption, special leave for unavoidable appointments
• Diverse range of learning and development opportunities
• Sustainability initiatives including discounted transit passes and a pedestrian and bike friendly campus
• A respectful and supportive work environment, and balanced work day with paid and unpaid breaks.

*Vacation is prorated on the basis of annual full-time entitlement

Note: In addition to the posted salary, UVic ECEs are paid $4.00 per hour for the BC Provincial Government ECE Wage Enhancement (e.g. probationary rate of pay is $32.66 + $4.00 per hour = $36.66 per hour)

Please contact Kim Ainsworth, Director, Child Care at 250-721-6656 or [e-mail] if you have questions related to this job opportunity.

*** Please note that applicants are required to have a current BC Early Childhood Educator Certificate issued through the BC Provincial Government's Early Childhood Educator Registry. To be considered for this posting applicants must submit a cover letter and resume through the online Careers system. ***

Job Summary

University of Victoria (UVic) Child Care provides on-campus, innovative, creative, inspiring, and responsive early learning and care to young children of UVic full-time students, staff and faculty. The pedagogy for all UVic child care programs is founded on the BC Ministry of Child Care and Education’s BC Early Learning Framework (2019) and the Common Worlds Framework.

The Early Childhood Educator (ECE) works as a member of the child care team providing early learning and care to children who are aged 30 months to school aged (three to five year olds). The ECE works in ratio in the program under the supervision of the ECE Supervisor or Program Manager and follows UVic Child Care pedagogy, ethos and policies; the BC Early Learning Framework; the ECEBC Code of Ethics; BC Community Care and Assisted Living Act; and Child Care Licensing Regulations.

All staff who work in UVic Child Care must be immunized in accordance with the childhood immunization schedule The ECE must also possess sufficient stamina for full-time work in a busy full day child care centre. The position is physically demanding and includes lifting up to 15 kg, crouching, squatting, bending, standing for long periods of time, supervising outdoor play, walking, and sitting on floor. Please note that our child care programs spend several hours a day outdoors year round.

Job Requirements

Experience: Entry level experience for BC certified Early Childhood Educator with demonstrated experience implementing the BC Early Learning Framework (BC Government, 2019) in a group child care setting.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Demonstrated ability to apply the BC Community Care and Assisted Living Act and BC Child Care Licensing Regulations into practice.
• Demonstrated ability and strong interest integrating the BC Early Learning Framework (BC Government, 2019) in a child care program including program planning, inquiry work and creating pedagogical narrations.
• Strong guidance skills for working with children in an inclusive environment.
• Demonstrated skills for working collaboratively within a team environment.
• Good organizational skills.
• Demonstrated evidence of ongoing professional development, and commitment to ongoing learning.
• Commitment to the ECEBC Code of Ethics, including confidentiality and privacy of information.
• Commitment to valuing the principles of Indigenous reconciliation and diversity and contributing to an inclusive and respectful working and learning environment.
• Ability to handle emergencies skillfully and calmly and in compliance with BC Child Care Regulations, as well as UVic’s and UVic Child Care Services policies.
• Ability to adapt to changing circumstances, to multi-task, and to attend to children’s needs while keeping awareness of the whole group.
• Physically able to lift up to 15 kg, and repetitively crouch, squat, sit on the floor, stand and walk for long periods of time, and spend time outdoors.
• Flexibility to work a range of shifts within UVic Child Care Services operating hours, according to operational demands.
• Proficiency with computer applications (i.e., MS-Office Suite, Adobe Create Suite, content management systems).

Specialized Knowledge/Education:

• Completion of an Early Childhood Education certificate or diploma program.
• Must hold a valid Early Childhood Educator Certificate issued by the BC Early Childhood Educator Registry.
• Strong knowledge of the BC Early Learning Framework (BC Government, 2019) and ability to implement into practice.
• Strong knowledge of the BC Community Care and Assisted Living Act and current BC Child Care Licensing Regulations.
• Must hold a valid Emergency Childcare with CPR-B (or C) First Aid certificate.
• In accordance with the BC Criminal Records Review Act, must have the ability to provide a clear criminal record check.
• Documentation of compliance in the immunization program per Ministry of Health guidelines (childhood immunizations).

Territory Acknowledgement:

We acknowledge and respect the Lək̓ʷəŋən (Songhees and Xʷsepsəm/Esquimalt) Peoples on whose territory the university stands, and the Lək̓ʷəŋən and WSÁNEĆ Peoples whose historical relationships with the land continue to this day.

Equity Statement:

UVic is committed to upholding the values of equity, diversity, inclusion and human rights in our living, learning and work environments. In pursuit of our values, we seek members who are eager to actively participate in that shared responsibility. We actively encourage applications from members of historically and systemically marginalized groups .

Accessibility Statement:

If you anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application and hiring process contact: [e-mail] Any personal information provided will be maintained in confidence.