Montessori Early Child Educator

York Region District School Board; British Columbia; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

Aberdeen Hall, a leading independent school in British Columbia, seeks a Montessori Early Childhood Educator. This role offers a nurturing environment to support children's growth, competitive salary, excellent benefits, and the opportunity for continuous professional development. Enjoy working in a beautiful Okanagan setting with a community-focused culture.

Benefits

Competitive benefits package

RRSP contribution

Hot lunch program

Personalized professional development plans

14 weeks of vacation

Qualifications

• Certified ECE with valid BC license.
• Montessori Training required.
• Current First Aid & CPR Certification.

Responsibilities

• Implement a Montessori-inspired curriculum.
• Foster relationships with families and colleagues.
• Create a nurturing environment for children's growth.

Skills

Communication

Empathy

Teamwork

Adaptability

Education

Certified Early Childhood Educator (ECE)

Montessori Training Certification

Tools

Google Classroom

Job description

Montessori Early Childhood Educator Are you interested in joining a great school community and working with a team of awesome people who are passionate about the exciting world of education? Who are we?Over the past 20 years, Aberdeen Hall has become a top-level independent school that provides excellent academics and a strong character education to our diverse student population of 700 Preschool to Grade 12 children. We have an opportunity in September 2025 in our Preschool for an Montessori Early Childhood Educator (ECE) . We welcome applicants who, like us, embrace the core values of resilience, responsibility, integrity, optimism, curiosity, and kindness. You are also known to be innovative, progressive, adaptable, and passionate about raising the next generation to lead meaningful lives as contributing citizens to their communities. What makes us different? Working at Aberdeen Hall is far from the status quo. We are a forward-thinking school that believes in rewarding our employees and putting our people first. We are grateful for our community-spirited culture, and we continuously nurture it to ensure our team feels valued every single day. Additionally, working and living in the beautiful Okanagan offers an exceptional opportunity for work-life balance, a comfortable pace of life, and a wide range of after-work activities. Aberdeen Hall provides Competitive annual salary of $50,185 to $58,390, inclusive of vacation p ay and the BC government wage enhancement. Commensurate with education and years of teaching experience. 14 weeks of vacation (or 8 weeks of vacation with the commitment of working in our out-of-session camps with additional compensation included). Excellent comprehensive benefits package. RRSP contribution of 8% for employees that invest 4% of their salary. Hot lunch Program (with staff discount). Open and collaborative culture. Personalized professional development plans. Newly built, inspiring campus setting. Innovative and progressive approach to teaching. Position Summary The Early Childhood Educator (ECE) plays a vital role in creating a nurturing and developmentally enriching environment that supports children's cognitive, social, emotional, and physical growth. Reporting to the Director of Preschool, the ECE is responsible for implementing a Montessori-inspired curriculum, fostering strong and supportive relationships with families, and collaborating with colleagues to cultivate a warm, inclusive, and engaging preschool community. Success Factors Certified Early Childhood Educator (ECE) and valid BC license to practice and hold recognized Montessori Training certification Montessori Training required Past experience in a licensed childcare center, preschool, or similar setting. Current First Aid & CPR Certification. Clearance of a Criminal Record Check. Experience in an Independent School would be an asset. Class 4 Driver’s License would be an asset. Completion of the Ages & Stages Questionnaire Training would be an asset. Completion of the Circle of Security Training would be an asset. Strong Knowledge of BC’s Early Learning Framework and child development practices. Computer Skills : Google Classroom, docs, sheets, slides, and Gmail. Strong Knowledge of the ECEBC Code of Ethics. Strong Knowledge of the BC Child Care Licensing Regulations. Ability to understand the importance of emotional intelligence and empathy in building trust and contribute to a positive working atmosphere across the School community. Known to communicate, negotiate, collaborate, and build partnerships effectively. As part of our active commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, we strive to welcome students, families, and employees with a diverse range of identities and backgrounds to enrich the Aberdeen Hall family with varied perspectives. The successful applicant to our role will be a team player and participate in extracurricular activities. Aberdeen Hall offers competitive compensation and excellent long-term potential. We thank all candidates for their time and interest; however, only those to be interviewed will be contacted. Please forward your resume and cover letter that includes your first and last name to Lisa White, Director of Finance & Human Resources, at To learn more about us, visit .

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