Job Description

Early Childhood Educator (ECE)

Base Wage:

$20-$23/hour

Location:

Osoyoos Childcare Centre, Osoyoos, BC

Job Type:

[Full-time/Part-time/Casual]

Hours:

Monday - Friday

8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

(not including Stat Holidays) with potential of moving to later hours like 9:30 AM - 5:30 PM

About Us

The Osoyoos Child Care Centre is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing child care services to the community and surrounding area. Our team believes in the importance of supporting the whole family and meeting their needs as much as possible.

Osoyoos Child Care Centre is a warm and welcoming daycare dedicated to providing a

safe, nurturing, and stimulating

environment for young children. We focus on

play-based learning

and fostering children's

social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development

. We are currently seeking a

passionate and qualified Early Childhood Educator (ECE)

to join our team and help shape the foundation of children's learning in their early years.

Job Responsibilities

? Plan and implement

age-appropriate, play-based learning activities

in alignment with

BC's Early Learning Framework

.

? Foster a

safe, caring, and inclusive

environment where children can learn and grow.

? Supervise and interact

positively

with children, guiding them in developing independence, social skills, and emotional regulation.

? Communicate

effectively and professionally

with families, providing updates on children's progress and daily activities.

? Maintain accurate

child records, developmental observations, and daily reports

.

? Ensure compliance with

BC Child Care Licensing Regulations

and uphold

health and safety

standards.

? Collaborate with fellow educators and staff to create a

positive, team-oriented workplace

.

? Adapt programming and support children with

diverse learning needs

when required.

Qualifications & Requirements

?

Valid Early Childhood Educator (ECE) Certificate

issued by the

BC ECE Registry

.

?

Clear Criminal Record Check

(including Vulnerable Sector Check).

? Strong knowledge of

child development principles

and experience implementing

play-based learning strategies

.

? Excellent

communication and interpersonal skills

to work effectively with children, families, and team members.

? Understanding of

cultural diversity, inclusion, and Indigenous perspectives

in early childhood education.

? Physical ability to actively engage with children (e.g., bending, lifting, sitting on the floor).

Preferred Qualifications (Not Mandatory)

?

Infant/Toddler Educator (ITE) or Special Needs Educator (SNE) certification

.

? Valid First Aid & CPR Level C Certification.

? Experience with

Reggio Emilia, Montessori, or emergent curriculum

approaches.

? Previous experience working in a

licensed childcare setting

.

What We Offer

?

Competitive wages ($20-$23/hour)

based on experience and qualifications.

?

WE top up of $6/hour

?

Extended health and dental benefits

.

? A

collaborative and supportive

work environment.

?

Paid vacation and sick leave

.

How to Apply

Interested candidates are invited to submit their

resume and cover letter

to

osoyooschildcare@telus.net

. We appreciate all applications; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Casual

Pay: $20.00-$23.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

Dental care Extended health care
Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 2025-10-01