Early Childhood Educator - Inclusive, Playful Learning

Westcoast Child Care Resource Centre

Vancouver

Hybrid

CAD 42,000 - 52,000

Full time

5 days ago
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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.

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