Early Childhood Educator - Inclusive, Playful Learning

Westcoast Child Care Resource Centre; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Westcoast Child Care Resource Centre is seeking an Early Childhood Educator to provide child-led play experiences and support developmentally appropriate activities in a Vancouver centre. You will collaborate with families and the staff team to implement individualized plans and ensure a safe, inclusive environment.

The role emphasizes planning, observation, and ongoing professional development, with engagement in program reviews and staff meetings to refine programming.

Qualifications

• Requires valid Basic ECE licence.
• Valid First Aid/CPR certificate.
• Criminal Record Check (Vulnerable Populations).
• Immunization record per VCH licensing guidelines (Flu, Tetanus, MMR, Chickenpox).

Responsibilities

• Provide opportunities for child-directed play and exploration; facilitate age-appropriate circle time using varied materials.
• Use observations to expand play and plan activities that recognize individual needs; support planning, implementation, and evaluation of developmentally appropriate activities.
• Work cooperatively with the centre Manager and staff team to support inclusive practice and address the needs of individual children; collaborate with families and participate in developing, reviewing, and implementing individual support plans.
• Ensure child-care environment is healthy and safe; promptly report and document accidents, injuries, illnesses, and incidents (including suspected abuse) and maintain up-to-date records.
• Follow the licensing requirements and the centre’s procedures; adhere to organizational policies and procedures (including confidentiality and privacy).
• Is welcoming of the multiple perspectives of children, families & professionals; promote cultural awareness, anti-racism, and gender-inclusive practices through programming.
• Is committed to professional development and growth; engage in annual performance reviews and professional development planning.
• Participate in short- and long-term planning, evaluation and the annual program review; attend staff meetings and participate in program planning and evaluation as scheduled.

Skills

Child-directed play

Observation & planning

Family collaboration

Team collaboration

Program evaluation

Cultural awareness/anti-racism

Education

Basic ECE Licence

Job description

Westcoast Child Care Resource Centre is seeking an Early Childhood Educator to provide child-led play experiences and support developmentally appropriate activities in a Vancouver centre. You will collaborate with families and the staff team to implement individualized plans and ensure a safe, inclusive environment.

The role emphasizes planning, observation, and ongoing professional development, with engagement in program reviews and staff meetings to refine programming.