Program Lead Early Childhood Educator

Required Experience:

You are passionate, creative and have an eagerness to work as part of a collaborative, supportive and dynamic team in a non-profit and volunteer-based organization. You are inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach, Te Whariki/New Zealand and the BC Early Learning Framework. Knowledge of evolving philosophies and pedagogies in early childhood care and education, current trends and policy and changing perspectives on working with young children. Strong planning, organizational, leadership and communication skills. You have a desire to help lead the way as part of an exciting new centre that will be inspiring, nurturing, and innovative.  

Key Responsibilities:

The Childcare Lead will be responsible for the leadership, supervision, and administration of their specific programs. Team Leads will have opportunities to work collaboratively together and with the child care coordinator and manager to explore and implement innovative programming. Ability to effectively supervise staff, volunteers and practicum students. The position requires the ability to adapt to changing circumstances, handle emergencies skillfully using discretion and confidentiality. 

Salary & Benefits:

$25.42 +$6 WE.

Excellent benefit package including vacation, paid sick time, medical, extended health, dental, pension plan and exceptional professional development opportunities 

Additional Notes:

Marpole Neighbourhood House is a non-profit organization serving, and advocating for, the families and children in Vancouver. Marpole Neighbourhood House is operating a new 69 space childcare centre located in the Marpole Neighbourhood on the rooftop at DLG Elementary school. We are seeking a creative, caring and dedicated Early Childhood Educator to be a Room Lead in one of our 3-5 programs.  

The Association of Neighbourhood Houses of BC (ANHBC) builds healthy and engaged neighbourhoods by connecting people and strengthening their capacity to create change. 

ANHBC is the legal entity and umbrella organization made up of eight neighbourhood houses, an outdoor camp and central services. We operate more than 300 community-based programs and services for a diversity of participants. At ANHBC, we are committed to Reconciliation, Decolonization and Anti-racism. Together with community, we build strong and supportive relationships at welcoming and inclusive sites throughout Metro Vancouver. To learn more about ANHBC, visit www.anhbc.org 

ANHBC is currently seeking an experienced Early Childhood Educator who shares ANHBC’s values to join our new Early Years team for Marpole Neighbourhood House. Neighbourhood houses are highly collaborative with a strong team framework. The right person for this position is passionate about community development, social justice and is values-aligned with our organization.