Early Childhood Educator - Infant Toddler

BGC Central Vancouver Island; Courtenay; Vor Ort; CAD 33.000 - 47.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Up to 50% Reduction on Childcare Fees

Paid Certificate Renewal

Paid Training and Professional Develop

Zusammenfassung

BGC Central Vancouver Island in Courtenay, BC is seeking an Early Childhood Educator – Infant & Toddler (ECE-IT) to provide specialized care for birth to 3 year olds. This role blends clinical care with strong family connections in a supportive organization.

You will design enriching spaces, work with a collaborative team, and ensure routines, safety, and licensing requirements are met while promoting developmentally appropriate activities and continuous learning.

Qualifikationen

• Approved ECE-IT Certification through the Early Childhood Registry of B.C.
• Valid First Aid/CPR certificate approved by Community Care Facilities Licensing.
• Experience in a Community Care Licensed facility with early years programming.
• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada.
• Equity employer encouraging diverse staff to apply.

Aufgaben

• Provide specialized guidance around routines, nutrition, diapering and sleep for infants and toddlers (birth to 3 years).
• Plan and evaluate developmentally appropriate indoor/outdoor activities using observation.
• Collaborate with therapists when required to support diverse needs.
• Communicate with parents about milestones and invite family input.
• Maintain supervision and complete documentation for licensing and daily records.

Kenntnisse

Infant & Toddler Expertise

Communication skills

Teamwork

Ausbildung

ECE-IT Certification

Jobbeschreibung

Early Childhood Educator – Infant & Toddler (ECE-IT)

Bring your passion for early development to Courtenay! BGC Central Vancouver Island is seeking a dedicated and skilled ECE-IT to join our integrated team. If you thrive on providing specialized, high-quality care for our littlest participants (ages birth to 3) and want to work in an environment that deeply values your expertise, this is the place for you!

What’s in it for you?

• Wage: $29.00 per hour (including $6 BC ECE Wage Enhancement)
• Hours: Full-Time, Monday – Friday (Shifts scheduled between 7:00 am – 5:30 pm).
• Location: Courtenay, BC.
• Benefits: Up to 50% Reduction on Childcare Fees, Paid Certificate Renewal, Paid Training and Professional Development Opportunities

About the Role

As an ECE-IT, you are an expert in early milestones, routines, and secure attachments. You’ll work collaboratively to design enriching, age-appropriate spaces where infants and toddlers can safely explore their world. This role blends specialized clinical care with deep family connection, supported by an organization that puts people first.

How You’ll Make an Impact

• Infant & Toddler Expertise: Provide specialized guidance around routine, nutrition, diapering, and sleep habits for children from birth to 3 years of age.
• Curriculum Development: Plan, carry out, and evaluate developmentally appropriate indoor/outdoor activities using observation and modeling to support early growth.
• Inclusive Practice: Work as a team to implement care plan goals for children with diverse needs, collaborating with speech or occupational therapists when required.
• Family Partnership: Communicate closely with parents and caregivers about their child’s unique milestones, welcoming their input and participation.
• Safety & Compliance: Maintain attentive supervision at all times and ensure all documentation (daily attendance, logbooks, and licensing requirements) is complete and accurate.

What You Bring

• Certification: Approved ECE-IT Certification through the Early Childhood Registry of B.C.
• Safety: Valid First Aid/CPR certificate approved by Community Care Facilities Licensing.
• Experience: Proven experience working in a Community Care Licensed facility, with a strong background in assessing and implementing early years programming.
• Team Mindset: Excellent communication and conflict-resolution skills, with a passion for working in a collaborative, integrated staff team.
• Eligibility: Must be legally entitled to work in Canada. BGC Central Vancouver Island is an equity employer and encourages applications from persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, Indigenous people, people of all sexual orientations and genders, and others who may contribute to a diverse and inclusive staff team.