Early Childhood - Educator Bumble Bear - Daycare Term Position

Kits House; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 31,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation pay (6% expected)

Paid sick time (5 days per year)

ECE Wage Enhancement where eligible

Job summary

ANHBC Kitsilano Neighbourhood House in Vancouver seeks an Early Childhood Educator (Term Position) to join a collaborative team and support high-quality learning experiences for young children.

You will lead and support staff, design developmentally appropriate activities, and build strong relationships with families while aligning with the ANHBC childcare approach and licensing standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience in licensed childcare.
• ECE credential or designation.
• Valid First Aid Certificate and age per licensing.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement developmentally appropriate activities for children.
• Lead and support staff to foster inclusive, play-based learning.
• Coordinate with families, volunteers, and practicum students.
• Ensure licensing regulations and safety practices are followed.

Skills

ECE

Licensed childcare experience

Education

First Aid Certificate

Minimum age 19

Job description

Job Posting - Early Childhood – Educator Bumble Bear – Daycare Term Position

Early Childhood Educator (Term Position)

(Internal/External)

The Association of Neighbourhood Houses of BC (ANHBC) builds healthy and engaged neighbourhoods by connecting people and strengthening their capacity to create change.

ANHBC is the legal entity and umbrella organization made up of eight neighbourhood houses, an outdoor camp and central services. We operate more than 300 community-based programs and services for a diversity of participants. At ANHBC, we are committed to Reconciliation, Decolonization and Anti-racism. Together with community, we build strong and supportive relationships at welcoming and inclusive sites throughout Metro Vancouver. To learn more about ANHBC, visit www.anhbc.org

ANHBC is currently seeking qualified candidates who share ANHBC’s values to join our Kitsilano Neighbourhood House team. Neighbourhood houses are highly collaborative with a strong team framework. The right people for these positions are passionate about community development, social justice, and are values-aligned with our organization.

ABOUT YOU

You are a confident and collaborative Early Childhood Educator-Float who is passionate about creating highquality learning environments for young children.

You enjoy leading and supporting a team of educators, fostering a positive workplace culture, and building strong relationships with children, families, and colleagues. Your view of children and educators aligns with the ANHBC Childcare Approach. You believe children are capable, curious, and active participants in their learning, and you empower educators to create inclusive, engaging, and responsive programs that reflect these values.

You are organized, communicate effectively, and bring strong leadership, planning, and collaboration skills to your work. You are committed to supporting your team while ensuring the childcare program is welcoming, inspiring, and responsive to the needs of children and families.

ABOUT THE POSITION

Working as part of a collaborative team, the Early Childhood Educator- Float fosters a welcoming and inclusive environment where children are recognized as capable co-contributors, and where learning unfolds through play, exploration, and relationships. An Early Childhood Educator Lead performs all of the following duties:

Curriculum Design

• Ensure curriculum and developmentally appropriate practices are in place in the daycare
• Co-create programming with the staff team and children
• Use innovative methods for documentation and curriculum design such as the use of anecdotal observations, finished products, photographs, and written dialogue
• Attend meetings and workshops to develop and discuss program curriculum and work competencies
• Interact with children and staff to encourage their involvement in activities
• Have an understanding of typical developmental pathways
• Shared responsibility for maintaining inventory of materials

Safety

• Contributes to program reports, and other program related documents
• Be informed of and follow all licensing regulations and requirements
• Use positive methods of discipline that is child-centered and respectful
• Classroom monitoring
• Ensure room is clean and toys are disinfected, furniture, equipment and toys are safe for children and cleaning products or medicines are kept where children cannot get to them

Community Culture

• Be available to connect families with community resources
• Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with other community service providers
• Establish and maintain good communications with families
• Work collaboratively with volunteers and practicum students
• May be required to work in other Kits House childcare programs to ensure continuity of care & ensure licensing regulations are met
• Perform other duties (as needed)
• May be required to work in other Kits house Childcare programs to ensure continuity of care & ensure licensing regulations are met

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum 2 year experience in licensed childcare
• ECE
• Valid First Aid Certificate
• Minimum age 19 years (as per licensing regulations)Minimum age 19 years (as per licensing regulations)

WORKING CONDITIONS

This role requires the ability to meet physical demands that may include walking, lifting, moving supplies, setting up tables and chairs, and supporting daily program and space needs

HOURS & LOCATION

This is a Fixed Term Position from October 15th 2026 – November 30 2027 with opportunity to extend (approx.. 20 hours per week. 5-day workweek) that requires flexible shifts hours and a consistent in-person presence at Kitsilano Neighbourhood House Childcare Centres

SALARY & BENEFITS

$22.85 – S24.48 per hour plus $6/ECE Wage Enhancement for those who qualify, depending on skills and experience level. 6% vacation pay and paid sick time 5 days per year.

***NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE***

The Association of Neighbourhood Houses of BC is an equal opportunity employer. We place a high value on equity, diversity and inclusion. We encourage individuals who are Indigenous, Black, and People of Colour (IBPOC), individuals with disabilities, and members of the LGBTQIA2S+ communities to consider applying for the position.

We acknowledge that our houses, camp and central services office are situated on the stolen, traditional, ancestral and unceded territories of the Coast Salish people including the Musqueam, Squamish, Semiahmoo, Kwantlen, Tsleil-Waututh, Kwikwetlem, Tsawwassen and Sto:lo Nations.

ANHBC Member Houses: Alex NH, Cedar Cottage NH, Frog Hollow NH, Gordon NH, Kitsilano NH, Mount Pleasant NH, South Vancouver NH, and Sasamat Outdoor Center