early childhood educator - special needs

Skyridge Montessori; Squamish; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused educational institution in Squamish is seeking an Early Childhood Educator specialized in special needs. This permanent, full-time role involves assessing and preparing individualized learning plans for children, as well as implementing development programs that foster emotional and cognitive growth. Ideal candidates will hold a Bachelor's degree and have 3 to 5 years of relevant experience. Competitive salary ranging from $45,000 to $60,000 per year, with comprehensive benefits including health care and dental plans.

Benefits

Dental plan

Disability benefits

Health care plan

Paramedical services coverage

Vision care benefits

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of experience working with children with special needs.
• Education/teaching experience in early childhood special education programmes.

Responsibilities

• Assess children's development and prepare tailored learning plans.
• Develop child-care programmes that promote holistic development.
• Encourage creativity through various activities.
• Observe and report signs of learning or behavioral issues.

Skills

Dependability

Efficient interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in early childhood special education

Tools

Emergency child care first aid and CPR

Early Childhood Education (ECE) Certificate

First Aid Certificate

Job description

Early Childhood Educator - Special Needs

Posted on December 16, 2025 by Skyridge Montessori

Position: Permanent, Full Time – 40 hours per week

Location: Squamish, BC V8B 0Y7 (On site)

Salary: $45,000 to $60,000 per year (to be negotiated)

Responsibilities

• Assess children’s development and prepare a learning plan tailored to their needs.
• Develop and implement child‑care programmes that promote the physical, cognitive, emotional and social development of children.
• Encourage children to express creativity through art, dramatic play, music and physical activity.
• Engage children in activities by telling stories, teaching songs and preparing crafts.
• Guide children in developing proper eating, dressing and toilet habits.
• Prepare snacks and arrange rooms or furniture for lunch and rest periods.
• Observe children for signs of learning or behavioural problems and prepare reports for parents, guardians or supervisors.
• Attend staff meetings to discuss progress and problems of children.
• Administer first aid in emergency situations.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree, and education/teaching experience in early childhood special education programmes.
• Experience: 3 to <5 years working with children with special needs.
• Certifications: Emergency child care first aid and CPR; Early Childhood Education (ECE) Certificate; First Aid Certificate.
• Skills: Dependability, efficient interpersonal skills, teamwork, multitasking.

Personal Suitability

• Dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Team player
• Ability to multitask

Benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage
• Vision care benefits

Who can apply for this job?

• A Canadian citizen
• A permanent resident of Canada
• A temporary resident of Canada with a valid work permit

Do not apply if you are not authorized to work in Canada. The employer will not respond to your application.

Advertised until

2026-01-06

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