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Childcare Worker (ECEA or ECE)

Facility: t̓aatn̓aʔałuk - Taking Care of Children Centre
City: Tofino
Type of Child Care: Infant/Toddler
Qualifications: Basic ECE

Additional Qualifications:

Education resources are available to help support ECE studies for anyone who is already an ECEA , or anyone who is training to achieve their ECEA certification.  

An employee who meets the qualifications of a Childcare Worker II position with an active ECE certificate is eligible for the Early Childhood Educator – Wage Enhancement program through the District of Tofino’s participation in the Child Care Operating Funding program offered by the Province of British Columbia.

Key Responsibilities:

The District of Tofino is looking for a qualified candidate to fill the part-time position of Childcare Worker.

Reporting to the Daycare Supervisor, the Child Care Worker assists in the day-to-day operation of the Community Children’s Centre (the Centre). The wage schedule for this position is dependent on the certification level of applicant. Childcare Worker I possesses an Early Childhood Education Assistant (ECEA) certificate. Childcare Worker II possesses an Early Childhood Educator (ECE) certificate.

A detailed job description outlining the duties and qualifications is available on the District’s website at www.tofino.ca/employment

Salary & Benefits:

This is a permanent, part-time position based on 40 hours per week, located within the District of Tofino. Regular workday hours are between the hours of 8:00am and 5:00pm, Monday through Friday. Schedules will be discussed and confirmed in advance. The regular hourly wage is $27.57 (ECEA) - $29.10 (ECE).

This position is subject to a probationary period during which time the wage will be $24.81 (ECEA) - 26.19 (ECE).  The position offers a full range of benefits and is subject to the terms and conditions of the collective agreement between CUPE Local 118 and the District of Tofino.

Basic Details

Position Start Date:
As soon as possible
Employment Type:
Full Time
Employment Term:
Permanent
Hours Per Week:
40

Contact Information

Contact Name:
Keshia Evans
Email:
employment@tofino.ca
Address:
121 Third Street Tofino, BC V0R2Z0
Website:
www.tofino.ca

Application Information

Application Closing Date:
March 23rd, 2026 (or until filled)
Application Instructions:
Email Application
Other Application Instructions:

Qualified applicants are invited to submit a cover letter and resume indicating the position applied for, in confidence, by end of day,Monday March 23, 2026, to Keshia Evans, Human Resources Advisor via:

Email:     employment@tofino.ca

Subject Line: Childcare Worker

 

The District thanks all applicants but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please note, we do not have any staff housing available at this time.

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