Job Description

Aboriginal Early Childhood Educator

Reposted: September 25, 2025

Lower Fraser Valley Aboriginal Society (LFVAS) is accepting applications for an Early Childhood Educator (ECE) for the LFVAS Childcare Centre in Aldergrove. Aboriginal Head Start is an all-day culturally supportive group childcare environment for Indigenous children aged 2 - 5, delivering holistic teachings that are culturally relevant to ensure a sense of belonging and well-being, respecting and honouring every child's spiritual, emotional, intellectual, and physical growth.

The ECE will work within a team environment to guide and care for children using a strength-based and family-centred approach, facilitating safe, play-based intentional learning in accordance with the Aboriginal Head Start curriculum.

TERM: ASAP

HOURS OF WORK: 35 hours per week, centre hours of operation 8:00am-4:00pm, all year Additional hours available as opportunities arise

WORK LOCATION: Aldergrove

COMPENSATION: $27.74/hour, commensurate with education and experience Flexible health & wellness spending account Staff development allowance and paid education leave Self-directed matching savings plan after one year

QUALIFICATIONS:

Early Childhood Educator Certificate with current license to practice required Post-Basic Infant Toddler Educator and Special Needs Educator certificates an asset (will train) Emergency Child Care First Aid with CPR/AED Level B (Infant/Child) or higher Food Safe Certificate Ability to communicate effectively and use Microsoft Office365 (Word, SharePoint, Excel and Outlook) Ability to perform tasks involving moderate physical activity in working at a childcare facility, including walking, standing, bending, kneeling and lifting of children, toys and equipment Ability to show empathy and bond effectively with children and their families Must be well-versed in cultural sensitivity and have understanding and knowledge of Aboriginal culture, traditions and historical issues impacting urban Indigenous families Must be able to work in a team setting, take direction, and be willing to mentor assistants and volunteers Must successfully complete Criminal Record Review for work with children and vulnerable adults
Please submit your resume, with a cover letter, to saeideh@LFVAS.org

Position will remain open until filled.

We appreciate interest of all applicants, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please. We encourage all qualified people to apply. Where applicants for a position are equally suitable, preference will be given to the Aboriginal applicant, please self-identify in cover letter.

Job Type: Permanent

Pay: $27.74 per hour

Expected hours: 35 per week

Benefits:

Casual dress Company events On-site parking Paid time off Wellness program
Work Location: In person