Early Childhood Educator at Vancouver Society of Children s Centres

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

23 Jun, 26

Salary

28.74

Posted On

25 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Planning, Implementation, Evaluation, Child Guidance, Interpersonal Skills, Oral Communication, Written Communication, Team Work, Parent Relationship Management, Emergent Curriculum Knowledge, BC Early Learning Framework Knowledge, Child Development Knowledge, Family Engagement Strategies

Industry

Description

VANCOUVER SOCIETY OF CHILDREN’S CENTRES (VSOCC) Early Childhood Educator (3 to 5) EMPOWERING CHILDREN AND FAMILIES! The Vancouver Society of Children's Centres (VSOCC) understands that children are competent, capable, and will reach their full potential when they actively participate in their own play and learning. We encourage and support children’s natural curiosity and foster diverse, inclusive, and nurturing environments where healthy play is encouraged. Operating 16 state-of-the-art centres in Vancouver, VSOCC is a leader in the childcare sector. We are GROWING and we invite you to join our team! In addition to an innovative team environment and growth opportunities, we offer: * market-leading wages commensurate with education * three weeks’ paid vacation and up to 4% employer matched RRSP contributions; * 100% employer paid health and welfare benefits; * $250 professional development dollars per year. Reports to: The Early Childhood Educator reports to the Program Supervisor. Here’s how you will make a positive impact on a day-to-day basis: * Plan, implement, and evaluate activities and experiences to meet individual and group needs of all children and families of a childcare program. * Guide and care for a group of children ages 3 to 5 years old * Encourage learning and develop positive self-concepts for children * Ensure a healthy and safe environment for children * Maintain effective and cooperative team work and communication * Maintain positive and supportive relationships with parents and families In addition to being a wonderful and positive person & team player, you must have: * ECE basic &/or Special Needs Certification * Childcare First Aid and Food Safe Level 1 * Well-developed interpersonal skills, including oral and written communication * Strong knowledge and awareness of: * Emergent curriculum and the BC Early Learning Framework * Developmental needs of children * Family engagement strategies and parenting issues and needs * Guiding and caring strategies * Knowledge of broader child care field and its role in the community Additional skills and experiences may include: * ECE Infant / Toddler Certification * Child care experience working in an inclusive child care setting * Second Language Terms of Employment: * Salary: $27.85 to $28.74 per hour plus employer-paid health and welfare benefits. In addition, you may be eligible for a $6 per hour Provincial ECE Wage Enhancement. * Full-time (37.5 hours per week) * Starting: As soon as possible * Location: Downtown, Vancouver - 3 to 5 program Closing Date for INTERNAL CANDIDATES: 5:00pm on March 31, 2026. After this date, postings will be open to External Candidates and will remain open until filled. Please reference posting #ECE-260324 in your email subject line and/or application. Applications are accepted through the Career Portal on ADP. This position is open to all applicants and is unionized with BCGEU. We thank all applicants. However, only those candidates to be interviewed will be contacted. No phone calls please.

Responsibilities

The Early Childhood Educator will plan, implement, and evaluate activities tailored to meet the individual and group needs of children aged 3 to 5 years old within a childcare program. Responsibilities also include guiding and caring for the children, fostering learning, ensuring a safe environment, and maintaining cooperative teamwork and positive family relationships.