Job Description

Posting #:

CC-2025-05

Job Title:

Early Childhood Educator

Department:

Child Care Programs

Status:

Casual (on call substitute for sick and vacation leaves)

Hours of Work:

Variable

Start Date:

ASAP

Union:

Health Services & Support Community Subsector Association

Wage Rate:

$27.91 - $29.60/hr. dates, Grid level 20

Reports to:

Lori Lewis, Director of Child Care Programs

Job Summary:

Provide a nurturing, stimulating, safe and play-based environment that offers opportunities to all children in this licensed childcare setting for social interaction while promoting language, physical, cognitive, emotional, and creative development. The Early Childhood Educator (ECE) works in partnership with parents, co-workers, Supported Child Development Consultants, Support Workers and other professionals in helping each child reach their maximum potential. The ECE is committed to providing a high level of care and ensuring that best practices are maintained.

Qualifications, Skills & Ability Requirements

Valid Early Childhood Educator License to practice issued by the BC Child Care Facilities Licensing Board.

Special Needs and/or Infant/Toddler License is an asset

Experience working in an inclusive childcare environment with a demonstrated working knowledge of family-centred service, early intervention, child development, best practice and family support

Demonstrated commitment to Family-centred Care and a customer service approach.

Demonstrated knowledge of multi-cultural issues, Indigenous/Metis families, family systems and culturally appropriate practices.

Ability to work independently, as well as part of a team

Ability to problem-solve and develop strategies and course of action to follow

Ability to establish and maintain rapport with children with diverse abilities

Ability to organize and prioritize

Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing

Ability to be unbiased, open-minded, and flexible when working with children and families

Ability to operate related equipment and recognize when maintenance of related equipment is required.

Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position

Valid First Aid Certificate as per childcare licensing requirements.

Criminal Record Review acceptable to the Centre.

Who we are and what we offer:

Since 1953, The Centre for Child Development of the Lower Mainland has worked to overcome societal barriers for those with disabilities and empower vulnerable children and families throughout the South Fraser Region. We are passionate about what we do, we enjoy collaboration, challenges, and learning.

You will be working in a supportive team environment, and as a casual staff member you get 10% in lieu of vacation and paid holidays.

Posting Date:

August 28, 2025

Closing Date:

September 4, 2025

THE CENTRE FOR CHILD DEVELOPMENT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

We are looking forward to reviewing your application, however, due to the volume of submissions we receive, we are unfortunately unable to respond to everyone. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. To comply with Canadian Law, all candidates being offered a position with The Centre must be legally entitled to work in Canada. We wish you all the best in your career search!

Job Type: Casual

Pay: $27.91-$29.60 per hour

Application question(s):

This is a true casual, on call position with no guarantee in hours, is that what you are interested in? Are you referred to apply to this posting by someone at The Centre For Child Development? If so, please add the person's name.
Experience:

childcare: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:

Early Childhood Educator License to practice in BC (required) ECE Special Needs License (preferred) ECE Infant/Toddle License (preferred) First Aid Certificate (preferred)
Work Location: In person