Early Childhood Educator or Early Childhood Educator Assistant

YMCA of Greater Vancouver; Fort St. John; On-site; CAD 33,000 - 43,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation & sick time

Gym membership

Medical & dental benefits

Training & development

Employee assistance program

Childcare discounts

Community impact

Job summary

The YMCA BC in Fort St John, BC is seeking an Early Childhood Educator or Assistant to provide safe, engaging care for children 20–25 hours per week. Shifts are 9:00am–2:00pm, with an ASAP start and a December 4, 2026 end date. Location is YMCA Robert Ogilvie Care and Learning Centre.

Minimum requirements include Basic ECE certification (BC-recognized) and strong communication. First Aid/CPR-C+AED, references, and a vulnerable‑sector background check are required within specified timelines.

Qualifications

• Basic ECE(A) certification from a BC-recognized program is required.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Emergency First Aid and CPR-C & AED certificates required (to be obtained within 30 days).
• References: 3 satisfactory references.
• Criminal Record check with Vulnerable sector clearance within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality care and creative programming directly to the children.
• Build meaningful relationships with children and families.
• Work with the team to create a safe, supportive environment for staff and families.
• Deliver high-quality, age-appropriate programs based on YMCA Playing to Learn curriculum.
• Ensure safety, maintain clean program areas and communicate via Weemarkable app.

Skills

Strong communication

Team work

Adaptability

Education

Basic ECE(A) certification (BC)

Job description

Early Childhood Educator or Early Childhood Educator Assistant

Fort St. John, BC, CA

2 days ago Requisition ID: 10770

Salary Range: $23.81 To $31.56 Hourly

Date Posted: September 21st, 2026

Position Title: Early Childhood Educator or Early Childhood Educator Assistant

Location: YMCA Robert Ogilvie Care and Learning Centre (9907 86 St, Fort St John, BC V1J 3G4)

Term: Temporary, Part-Time

Hours: 20-25 hours per week

Shift: Monday-Friday: shifts will rotate between the hours of 9:00am - 2:00pm

Start Date: ASAP

End Date:December 4, 2026

Salary: $23.81 per hour for ECEA Certificate

$31.56 per hour for ECE Certificate (Includes $6 per hour Provincial Wage Enhancement Program)

Reports To: Supervisor

• Competitive vacation and paid sick time
• Free YMCA Gym Membership+ Y@Home
• Eligibility for Extended Medical and Dental Benefits
• Training and Professional Development Opportunities
• Extensive Employee assistance program
• Reduced childcare rates and priority placement for YMCA Staff
• Be part of a charitable organization that positively impacts the community

*Some benefits may vary based on region and employment terms

Nature & Scope

Early childhood educators (ECE, ECE-IT/ SN) at the YMCA ensure a safe and engaging environment for all children. By adhering to the YMCA Playing to Learn curriculum, they design, and lead activities tailored to the interests and developmental stages of the children in their care. These educators also cultivate and maintain strong, positive relationships with parents, fellow educators, and community partners to deliver high-quality childcare within the communities we serve.

Major Responsibilities - in this position, you will :

• Provide quality care and creative programming directly to the children
• Build meaningful and positive relationships with children and families
• Work with your team to create a supportive and safe environment for both staff and families
• Deliver high quality and age-appropriate programs based on the YMCA Playing to Learn curriculum
• Ensure constant active supervisor and collaborate as a team to facilitate smooth transitions between play areas.
• Utilize our parent communication app ( Weemarkable ) to provide daily communication and updates
• Keep a clean and safe environment – in all program areas and common spaces
• Follow all YMCA, Child Care Facility Licensing (CCFL) and legal requirements, including YMCA Playing to Learn curriculum standards

Qualification - you bring :

• Basic ECE(A) certification from a program recognized in British Columbia
• Special NeedsEducator (SNE) isan asset
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Anytraining related to child growth anddevelopmentis an asset
• Emergency First Aidand CPR-C & AED certificate required (to be obtained within 30 days after the start date)
• Successful candidate will be required to provide 3 satisfactory references
• Successful candidates will be required to provide a current and satisfactory Criminal Record check with a Vulnerable sector search issued no later than six (6) months preceding the start date.

About YMCA BC:

By igniting belonging and championing health equity, YMCA BC strengthens the foundations of community. With over 3,000 employees and volunteers, YMCA BC serves 150,000 individuals of all ages, backgrounds and abilities across hundreds of service locations, from the Sunshine Coast to Fort St. John.

As a charity, YMCA BC promotes equitable access to healthier outcomes by providing vital programs and services to help address many of our communities' most pressing social issues, including health and wellness, affordable child care and camps, mental health, employment services and community health.

We believe there is potential inside all of us and envision vibrant, healthy and inclusive communities for all.

YMCA BC is firmly committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging (EDIB).By taking an intersectional approach to our programs and services, the YMCA is committed to creating spaces and experiences where everyone feels safe, welcome, and like they belong. Learn more at YMCA BC | Fitness, Aquatics, Child Care, Camps & Community Programs

YMCA BC is committed to creating an inclusive, accessible environment where all members of our community feel valued, respected, and supported. We encourage applications from the diverse communities in which we live and serve, including but not limited to people of colour , Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity. We have established policies, procedures, and practices to meet accessibility standards throughout the hiring process. Should you require any accommodation throughout the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to contact our People Services department.

Thank you for your interest and application.