Job Description

Position Title: Early Childhood Educator, On Call (ECEA, ECE, IT/SN)
Location: Various Union & Non-Union Vancouver YMCA Child Care Programs (UBC, Gastown, Downtown, East Vancouver)
Terms: On-Call/Casual
Shift: Monday to Friday, shifts vary from 7:30am-6:00pm
Salary:

• $26.69 per hour for ECE, IT and SN License. (Includes the additional $4 per hour for Licensed ECE\xe2\x80\x99s as per the Provincial Government\xe2\x80\x99s Wage Enhancement Initiative)

• $21.13 per hour for ECE-A License.

Benefits: 6% in lieu of vacation + Free Staff YMCA Membership to Health, Fitness, and Aquatics centers Start Date: As soon as possible





Nature & Scope:

We are seeking a caring and creative Early Childhood Educator to provide a safe and engaging experience for all children at the YMCA. Following the YMCA Playing to Learn curriculum, the educator plans and leads activities based on the interests and the developmental level of the children in our care.




Major Responsibilities:

• Provide quality care and creative programming to children
• Build meaningful and positive relationships with children and families
• Work with your team to create a supportive and safe environment for both staff and families
• Deliver high quality and age-appropriate programs based on the YMCA Playing to Learn curriculum

• Provide active supervision at all times and work as a team to support transitions between play areas
• Use our parent communication app (Weemarkable) to provide daily communication and updates
• Keep a clean and safe environment \xe2\x80\x93 in all program areas and common spaces (with enhanced cleaning protocols for COVID-19)
• Follow all YMCA, Child Care Facility Licensing (CCFL) and legal requirements, including YMCA Playing to Learn curriculum standards

Qualifications/Experience:

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  Basic ECE/ECEA certification from a program recognized in British Columbia
• Infant Toddler Educator (ITE) License is an asset
• Special Needs Educator (SNE) is an asset
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Any training related to child growth and development is an asset
• Emergency First Aid and CPR-C & AED certificate required (can be obtained with in 30 days after start date)
• 3 professional reference checks to be completed
• Successful candidates will be required to provide a current and satisfactory Criminal Reference Check/Vulnerable Sector Search issued no later than six (6) months preceding your start date

About YMCA Childcares:

YMCA BC is the largest provider of licensed childcare in Western Canada, with over thirty Early Years locations across the Lower Mainland, Fraser Valley and Sunshine Coast. Featuring our YMCA Playing to Learn curriculum, our childcare centers offer infant, toddler, 3-5 and preschool programs. We provide an environment that helps kids feel at home, learning and growing in a welcoming, safe and stimulating environment.




Competencies:

In addition to bringing a commitment to YMCA vision and values, the candidate should possess the following competencies:


Leading Self

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  Evolve in Professional Capability \xe2\x80\x93 Commit to being better
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  Achieve Excellence and Authenticity \xe2\x80\x93 Show up with the best version of you

Leading Others

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  Develop the Potential in Others \xe2\x80\x93 Help people grow and lead
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  Create a Culture of Connection \xe2\x80\x93 Build bridges between people and partners

Leading Mission

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  Think and Act Strategically \xe2\x80\x93 Make good decisions and act on them
• 
  Make an Intentional Impact \xe2\x80\x93 Advance the strength and cause of the Y

Application Deadline: Ongoing



Thank you for your interest and application. Due to the high volume of applications received, only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

YMCA BC is committed to creating an inclusive, accessible environment where all members of our community feel valued, respected, and supported. We encourage applications from the diverse communities in which we live and serve, including but not limited to people of colour, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity. We have established policies, procedures, and practices to meet accessibility standards throughout the hiring process. Should you require any accommodation throughout the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to contact our Human Resources department.