Part-Time Infant/Toddler Educator

Ywca Bc; Burnaby; Hybrid; CAD 34,000 - 44,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended medical benefits

Dental benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Employee Family Assistance Program

Mentorship program

Equity committees

Free staff membership to Health + Fit­

Discounts at HotelWillo

Priority in YWCA Child Care centres

Job summary

YWCA BC is seeking a part-time Early Childhood Educator for the Cindy Beedie Place. Located at 4803 Canada Way, Burnaby, the role supports women and children with on-site care and wrap-around services. You’ll engage in child-centered activities, document progress, and collaborate with families and staff.

The position requires ECE certification, food safety, first aid, and a clear background check, with flexibility for extended hours and a 25-hour work week.

Qualifications

• ECE certificate required and related coursework knowledge.
• Valid clear criminal record check (including working with vulnerable populations).
• Food Safe certification (Level 1) required.
• First Aid Certificate required.
• Experience in licensed Group Infant/Toddler centres (2–3 years in a group childcare 16 months to school age).
• Knowledge of current educational practices and theories.
• Familiarity with co-constructed curriculum design and documentation processes.
• Working knowledge of the Early Learning Framework.
• Team player who maintains a positive, supportive learning environment.
• Flexibility to work varied/extended hours as required.

Responsibilities

• Engage in child-centered, responsive care and maintain a nurturing environment.
• Implement and evaluate programs using the BC Early Learning Framework.
• Maintain cleanliness, safety, and organization of the learning space.
• Document daily updates, observations, and progress for families and team.
• Communicate effectively with children, families, and colleagues.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

Strong communication

Relationship building

Team player

Observation skills

Documentation

Education

ECE 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 ECE IT certificate.
• 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 Infant Toddler centre two (2) to three (3) experience working in a group childcare 16 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 HotelWillo
• Priority in YWCA Child Care centres

Pay Rate: $25.89 per hour

plus $6 wage enhancement for qualified ECEs