Westcoast Child Care Resource Centre

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ECE and ECE IT positions

Facility: YMCA BC
City: Province Wide
Type of Child Care: 3 - 5 Years
Qualifications: Basic ECE

Additional Qualifications:

  • Basic ECE certification from a program recognized in British Columbia  
  • Infant Toddler Educator (ITE) License is an asset 
  • Special Needs Educator (SNE) is an asset 
  • Strong 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 (to be obtained within 30 days after the start date) 
  • Successful candidate will be required to provide 3 satisfactory references
  • Successful candidates will be required to provide a current and satisfactory Criminal Record check with a Vulnerable sector search issued no later than six (6) months preceding the start date.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide quality care and creative programming directly to the 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 
  • Ensure constant active supervisor and collaborate as a team to facilitate smooth transitions between play areas.
  • Utilize 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 

Salary & Benefits:

ECE: $29.20 per hour (includes ECE Wage Enhancement)
ECE IT/SN: $30.19 per hour (includes ECE Wage Enhancement)

Benefits: 

  • Competitive vacation and paid sick time 
  • Free YMCA Gym Membership+ Y@Home
  • Generous employer-matched pension plan
  • Eligibility for Extended Medical and Dental Benefits
  • Training and Professional Development Opportunities
  • Extensive Employee assistance program 
  • Reduced child care rates and priority placement for YMCA Staff
  • Be part of a charitable organization that positively impacts the community

Additional Notes:

Early childhood educators (ECE, ECE-IT/SN) at the YMCA ensure a safe and engaging environment for all children. By adhering to the YMCA Playing to Learn curriculum, they design, and lead activities tailored to the interests and developmental stages of the children in their care. These educators also cultivate and maintain strong, positive relationships with parents, fellow educators, and community partners to deliver high-quality childcare within the communities we serve.

Basic Details

Position Start Date:
As soon as possible
Employment Type:
Full Time
Employment Term:
Permanent
Hours Per Week:
35

Contact Information

Application Information

Application Closing Date:
until filled
Application Instructions:
Other
Other Application Instructions:

Apply through our website!

www.gv.ymca.ca/join-our-team 
www.kamloopsy.org/y-careers.htm 
nbc.ymca.ca/careers/

 

 

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