Early Childhood Educator - Infant Toddler

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

Benefits dieser Stelle

Childcare fee reduction

Certificate renewal

Professional development

Zusammenfassung

BGC Central Vancouver Island is hiring an Early Childhood Educator – Infant & Toddler (ECE-IT) in Ladysmith, BC. The role centers on specialized care for birth to 3-year-olds within an integrated team, emphasizing secure attachments and family partnership.

The position offers full-time hours, a wage of $29.00 per hour (includes $6 BC ECE Wage Enhancement), and benefits such as childcare fee reductions and professional development opportunities.

Qualifikationen

• ECE-IT certification approved by BC Early Childhood Registry.
• Valid First Aid/CPR certificate approved by licensing authority.
• Proven experience in a Community Care Licensed facility working with infants/toddlers.
• Excellent communication and conflict‑resolution skills; team player.

Aufgaben

• Provide infant/toddler care focusing on routines, nutrition, diapering and sleep.
• Plan, implement and assess developmentally appropriate indoor/outdoor activities.
• Collaborate with therapists for diverse needs as required.
• Communicate with families about milestones and input.
• Maintain attendance logs and ensure licensing documentation is accurate.

Kenntnisse

Team mindset

ECE experience

Communication skills

Conflict resolution

Ausbildung

Certified ECE-IT (BC Early Childhood Registry)

Jobbeschreibung

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

Bring your passion for early development to Ladysmith!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:Ladysmith, 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.