Early Childhood Educator/Infant Toddler Educator (Maternity Leave)

Facility: Richmond Jewish Day School

City: Richmond

Type of Child Care: Infant/Toddler

Qualifications: Basic ECE

Valid B.C. Early Childhood Educator Certificate issued by the B.C. Early Childhood Educator Registry
Infant/Toddler Educator certification is an asset
Valid First Aid and CPR certification meeting Schedule C requirements of the B.C. Child Care Licensing Regulations
Fluent English communication skills
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to communicate confidently and respectfully with children, families, and co-workers
Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team while adapting to changing needs and priorities throughout the day
Commitment to developmentally appropriate, evidence-based early learning practices
Strong advocacy for children, families, and quality child care
Commitment to ongoing reflection, professional development, and growth
Open-minded, inclusive, and supportive of diversity
Applicants do not need to be Jewish; however, they must demonstrate respect for and a willingness to learn about and support Jewish values, traditions, culture, and history within the school community.
Comfortable working outdoors in all types of weather
Ability to safely perform the physical aspects of the role, including lifting and carrying children; supporting daily care routines; participating in indoor and outdoor play; and assisting with the setup, cleaning, and maintenance of program spaces and equipment

Minimum one year of recent experience working in licensed group child care, providing similar services to children and families
Experience working with infants and toddlers is preferred
Strong understanding of emergent curriculum, play-based learning, the BC Early Learning Framework, and/or Reggio Emilia–inspired practice
Knowledge of the BC Child Care Licensing Regulations (CCLR)
Ability to provide a minimum of two character references

Work collaboratively with a team of Educators, provide quality care, responsive programming and a safe and nurturing environment for children
Uphold RJDS Early Learning Centre values in the child care environment and programming
Establish and maintain positive daily communication and interactions with families and co-workers.
Respecfully attend to children’s physical and emotional needs
Light housekeeping duties
Maintain the RJDS Early Learning Centre's policies and procedures, as well as the BC Child Care Regulations in accordance with the Community Care and Assisted Living Act
Follow individual care plans and maintain collaborative relationships with other community service providers
Applicants do not need to be Jewish; however, they must demonstrate genuine respect for Jewish identity, values, traditions, culture, history, and the diverse ways in which individuals and families experience and express their Jewish identity, including connections to Israel. They must also be committed to fostering a welcoming and inclusive environment that honours the rich diversity of backgrounds, cultures, and experiences represented throughout our school community.

$21–$25 per hour, plus the provincial $6-per-hour ECE wage enhancement
The hourly base rate is on a sliding scale and determined by relevant education and experience
Consistent semi-monthly pay
Up to 12 paid sick days per year
Paid vacation, including 10 flexible vacation days plus paid time off during seasonal facility closures
Extended health, dental, and vision benefits following a three-month probationary period
Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
Free on-site parking

Full-time, 12-month maternity leave contract
Anticipated start date: August 31, 2026
Primary age group: Infants and toddlers
Eight-hour shifts, plus a 30-minute unpaid break, scheduled between 7:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m.
Occasional flexibility to adjust shift times is required
The RJDS Early Learning Centre is part of Richmond Jewish Day School, a well-established K–7 independent Jewish school. Our program is rooted in Jewish values, traditions, culture, and history, which are woven into our learning environment and daily experiences. Our school community is rich and diverse, bringing together families with varied cultural backgrounds, experiences, and expressions of Jewish identity, united by a shared connection to Jewish community and belonging, including diverse connections to Israel.
Our program is guided by the BC Early Learning Framework and the ECEBC Code of Ethics and follows a play-based, emergent, and responsive approach
We value collaboration, inclusion, respect, strong relationships, open communication, and children’s rights
Convenient Richmond location with free on-site parking, easy access to Highway 99, nearby shopping centres, and a bus stop steps from the school

Application Closing Date:: until filled
Application Instructions:: Email Application, Drop Off In Person
Other Application Instructions:: Please send your cover letter and resume to the Director of Child Care and Early Learning, Sara, at ssolomon@rjds.ca.

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