Job Posting for Early Childhood Educator at YMCA BC
Position Title: Early Childhood Educator Location: Sechelt YMCA Child Care (5538 Shorncliffe Ave, Sechelt, BC V0N 3A3) and West Sechelt YMCA Child Care (5609 Mason Rd, Sechelt, BC V0N 3A8, Canada) Terms: Temporary, Part-Time: 25 hours/ week Shift: Monday-Friday 9:00 am - 11:00 am at Sechelt YMCA and Monday, Wednesday and Friday 12:00pm -5:00pm at West Sechelt YMCA Rate: $23.20 per hour for ECE License. (plus $6 per hour Provincial Government’s Wage Enhancement Initiative) Benefits Start Date: as soon as possible
End Date: December 31st, 2025
Benefits:
3 weeks vacation (4 weeks after 1 year of employment)
Free YMCA gym membership
Extended Health and Dental Benefits
Disability and Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Program with free access to counselling
Retirement Plan with employer matching
Subsidized Child Care
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 – in all program areas and common spaces
Follow all YMCA, Child Care Facility Licensing (CCFL) and legal requirements, including YMCA Playing to Learn curriculum standards
Qualifications/Experience:
ECE certification from a program recognized in British Columbia
Special Needs Educator (SNE) is an asset
Infant Toddler Educator (ITE) 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
Competencies:
In addition to bringing a commitment to YMCA vision and values, the candidate should possess the following competencies:
Leading Self
Evolve in Professional Capability – Commit to being better
Achieve Excellence and Authenticity – Show up with the best version of you
Leading Others
Develop the Potential in Others – Help people grow and lead
Create a Culture of Connection – Build bridges between people and partners
Leading Mission
Think and Act Strategically – Make good decisions and act on them
Make an Intentional Impact – Advance the strength and cause of the Y
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.
Thank you for your interest and application. Due to the high volume of applications received, only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
YBC 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.
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