Early Childhood Educator | Temporary Full Time - #2103

Developmental Disabilities Association (DDA); Vancouver; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A community service organization is seeking an Early Childhood Educator for their Early Learning & Youth Services programs in Vancouver. The role involves creating inclusive programs for children with and without special needs. Candidates must hold a BC Early Childhood Education Certification and have at least one year of related experience. The position is temporary full-time with an hourly wage of $28.25 and offers comprehensive health benefits and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Comprehensive health and welfare benefits

Employee and Family Assistance Plan

Municipal Pension Plan

Educational and training opportunities

On-the job Training

Professional development

Community involvement

Inclusive work environment

Qualifications

• At least 1 year experience working with infants and/or toddlers.
• Experience with special needs assessment and program design.
• Ability to ensure children's needs are met.

Responsibilities

• Provide an enriched program for children in the community.
• Facilitate daily interactions for children with typical and special needs.
• Collaborate with the Manager for child needs.

Skills

Experience with infants/toddlers

Behavior Management

Communication skills

Basic computer literacy

Education

BC Early Childhood Education Certification

Infant Toddler Certification

Special Needs certification

Job description

Developmental Disabilities Association has an immediate opening for an Early Childhood Educator in our Early Learning & Youth Services programs. You bring a great attitude backed up with completed ECE certification and at least one year experience in the field. We encourage professional development, provide on-the-job training, and foster an inclusive work environment. Our Child Development Centers are fully inclusive and are designed to bring out the best in children and families alike. We provide learning opportunities for kids with both typical and special needs to interact on a daily basis. Because inclusion matters.

Since 1952, Developmental Disabilities Association has been helping thousands of people in BC with developmental disabilities reach their full potential through support and advocacy. We create extended networks of support, invest in individual needs, and strive for an inclusive and safe community. Come see what we are about. Go to www.develop.bc.ca for all of our latest blogs and podcasts and scroll to the bottom of the page to connect with us on social.

JOB TITLE: Early Childhood Educator | #2103
SERVICE AREA: Early Learning & Youth Services
LOCATION: Kids at GF Strong Child Development Centre
START DATE: January 02, 2026 (Ending January 02, 2027)
TERM/STATUS: Temporary FullTime
SCHEDULE/HRS: Monday - Friday Rotating Shift (1-week cycle) 07:15-15:15, 08:15-16:15, 09:45-17:45 // 37.5 hours per week
HOURLY WAGE: $28.25 as per collective agreement(*DDA is a CSSEA employer paying JJEP collective agreement rates; WE funding is not paid above the ECE wage.)

THE ROLE

The Early Childhood Educator (ECE) provides an enriched program for children which meet the needs of the families in the community. The ECE also provides opportunities for children with both typical and special needs to interact on a daily basis. The ECE works in conjunction with the Manager to ensure the needs of the children are met.

Education & Experience

• Completion of BC Early Childhood Education Certification
• Completion of Infant Toddler Certification is required
• Completion of Special Needs certification is an asset
• Related training/certification in the area of children with special needs is an asset.
• Minimum 1 year of experience working with infants or/and toddlers
• Experience with special needs functional assessment, individual and group program design and evaluation.
• Experience in the area of Behavior Management.

Requirements

• Criminal Record Clearance
• Medical Clearance
• Valid First Aid/CPR
• Non-violent Crisis Intervention Certification - training will be provided
• Demonstrated competency in English written and verbal communication
• Basic computer literacy
• Eligible to work in Canada

What We Offer

• A fully employer-paid, comprehensive health and welfare benefits plan
• Employee and Family Assistance Plan
• Municipal Pension Plan
• Educational and training opportunities
• On-the job Training
• Professional development
• Community involvement
• An inclusive work environment

This position requires Union membership.

For more information, please visit our website at www.develop.bc.ca.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview.