Part-Time Early Child Educator

Ywca Bc; Burnaby; Hybrid; CAD 32,000 - 35,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended medical

Dental benefits

Flexible work

Employee assistance program

Mentorship program

Equity committees

Staff membership to Health + Fitness

Job summary

YWCA BC in Burnaby is seeking a part-time early learning and care educator to support a 37-space child care program serving toddlers and preschoolers. You will work within an on-site program at Cindy Beedie Place, providing nurturing, responsive care and documentation of each child's progress.

The role emphasizes inclusive, child-centered practice, collaboration with families, and alignment to the BC Early Learning Framework.

Qualifications

• Clear communication with children, families and staff.
• Ability to document daily observations and progress notes.
• Ability to work with diverse families and co-constructed curriculum design.

Responsibilities

• Engaged in exploring the BC Early Learning Framework.
• Child-centered care with nurturing, responsive and culturally sensitive practices.
• Responsive program planning, implementation, and evaluation.
• Maintain a clean and safe environment and daily routines.
• Strong communication with children, team and parents/guardians.

Skills

Communication

Relationship-building

Team player

Education

ECE certificate

Infant Toddler Educator certification

Special Needs certificate

Job description

Regular, Part-Time (25 hours/week) - Monday to Friday

Location

4803 Canada Way, Burnaby BC V5G 1L3

Posting Period

September 29, 2026 - October 6, 2026

Job Description

The YWCA Cindy Beedie Place offers women and children new, safe and affordable homes. YWCA xʷp̓ip̓q̓əyasəm Early Learning and Care Centre is located at Cindy Beedie Place and provides a dynamic 37-space child care catering to 12 toddlers and 25 preschool age children. Women will be able to access affordable, on-site child care while they pursue educational and employment programs. YWCA goal is to help build a safe community and connect families with wrap-around support including educational bursaries, legal advocacy and employment opportunities.

What you’ll be doing:

• Values diverse perspectives, is committed to reflective practice with children, and is eager to grow as both a learner and educator
• Engaged in exploring the BC Early Learning Framework
• Child-centered care, including nurturing, responsive, and culturally sensitive care
• Responsive program planning, implementation, and evaluation
• Promotes an inclusive environment
• Maintain a clean and safe environment: launder bibs and cloths, sanitize toys and equipment, and set up the physical space for daily activities
• Follow each child’s individual daily schedule with consistency and care
• Track, monitor and document each child’s day, including:
• Daily routines, locations, and needs
• Food and liquid intake
• Health, emotional well-being, and developmental progress
• Writing daily updates, developmental observations, and progress notes for team members and families
• Strong communication and relationship-building with children, team members, and parents/guardian
• Other duties as required

What you’ll need:

• The successful candidate will have an ECE certificate.
• Strong preference will be given to candidates who have Infant Toddler Educator certification; Special Needs certificate will be an asset.
• A valid clear criminal record check (including working with vulnerable populations) is required.
• Valid Food Safe certification (Level 1)
• First Aid Certificate
• Current experience working in licensed Group Child Care two (2) to three (3) experience working in a group childcare 30 months to school age
• Knowledge and practical experience with current educational practices and theories
• Familiarity with co-constructed curriculum design and documentation processes
• Working knowledge of the Early Learning Framework
• The successful applicant will be a team player, interested in maintaining a positive and supportive learning environment
• Flexibility to work varied/extended hours as required by the centres

What we offer:

We offer our eligible employees the following benefits as part of their total rewards package:

• Extended medical and dental benefits
• Flexible working arrangements for applicable positions
• Employee Family Assistance Program, a confidential and voluntary support service for employees and their eligible family members
• A workplace that prioritizes employee health, safety and well-being, including many learning and growth opportunities such as our employee mentorship program and three equity committees that help to support our goals towards achieving meaningful equity and inclusion.
• Free staff membership to our Health + Fitness Centre
• Discounts at our Hotel Willo
• Priority in YWCA Child Care centres

Pay Rate: $24.97 per hour

(plus $6 wage enhancement for qualified ECEs)

We’re committed to increasing representation and equity across our organization. We strongly encourage applications from women, Black, Indigenous, People of Colour, 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals, people with disabilities and others from marginalized communities. We’re also focused on creating leadership opportunities for Indigenous, Black, and gender-diverse individuals. If you'd like to learn more about our inclusive culture before applying, feel free to contact our Equity and Engagement Manager at [e-mail].

Accessibility is a priority for us. If you need any accommodations to apply or have questions about the process, please reach out to the hiring manager listed. We make hiring decisions based on qualifications, transferable skills, lived experience and organizational needs. Thank you to everyone who applies — only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

We respectfully acknowledge that our main office and many of our programs are located on the traditional, ancestral and unceded territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish) and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations, and that our work across British Columbia spans the territories of more than 200 First Nations. We also acknowledge the First Nations, Metis and Inuit peoples who live in our communities.

YWCA BC is committed to truth and reconciliation. This includes understanding the truth and impact of our shared colonial history, making positive changes within our organization and taking actions that advance safety, justice and equity for Indigenous peoples.