Full-Time Early Childhood Educator (ECE IT, ECE, or ECEA)
Little Gems & Little Star Child Care Centres are currently seeking a caring, energetic, and reliable Early Childhood Educator Infant Toddler (ECE IT), Early Childhood Educator (ECE), or Early Childhood Educator Assistant (ECEA) to join our team immediately.
This is a full-time floating position between our Infant Toddler Centre and our Preschool 3-5 Centre, both located in Qualicum Beach. The successful candidate will enjoy working with children of various ages and be comfortable adapting to the needs of both programs.
Position Details
- Start Date: Immediately
- Location: Qualicum Beach, BC
- Schedule: Monday to Friday
- Hours: 8-hour shifts with a paid break
- Shift Times: Vary between 7:30 AM and 5:15 PM depending on centre needs
- Wage: Competitive and dependent on qualifications and experience
Benefits
- Extended health benefits available after 3 months of employment
- 12 paid sick days per year (including the 5 government-paid sick days)
- Statutory holidays off
- 4 weeks of annual unpaid leave
- 1 week during Spring Break (March)
- 1 week at the end of August
- 2 weeks over the Christmas holidays
- Vacation pay is accrued and paid out on each pay cycle at 4–6%, based on years of service in accordance with BC employment standards.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Provide a safe, nurturing, and inclusive environment for children
- Plan and implement engaging, play-based activities that support all areas of child development
- Foster positive relationships with children, families, and coworkers
- Assist children with daily routines including meals, toileting, rest time, and transitions
- Observe and document children's development and learning
- Maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming classroom environment
- Support children's social-emotional development and guide positive behaviour
- Participate in outdoor play, community outings, and field trips
- Follow all licensing regulations, health and safety policies, and centre procedures
- Work collaboratively with educators across both centres
Qualifications
- Valid BC ECE IT, ECE, or ECEA Certificate
- Valid First Aid Certificate
- Criminal Record Check completed prior to employment
- Knowledge of BC Child Care Licensing Regulations
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Flexible and adaptable to working with different age groups and classroom settings
- Passion for play-based learning and creating meaningful experiences for children
The Ideal Candidate Will Be:
- Warm, patient, and compassionate
- Dependable and punctual
- Enthusiastic about early childhood education
- Creative and willing to participate in hands-on activities
- Comfortable working both indoors and outdoors in all seasons
- A positive team player with a strong work ethic
If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of young children and would like to join our supportive and welcoming team, we would love to hear from you!
Please submit your resume and cover letter to:
[email protected]
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Pay: $23.00-$30.00 per hour
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
