Early Childhood Educator Assistant (Casual)

Early Childhood Educator Assistant (Casual) Date Posted: August 25, 2026 Competition Number: 147-26/27 Locations: West Kelowna / Kelowna, BC (Various locations) BGC Okanagan is hiring passionate and caring relief Early Childhood Educator Assistants for our Early Years Programs throughout Kelowna and West Kelowna. If you’re enthusiastic about helping children learn, grow, and thrive, this is the place for you! At BGC Okanagan, we are committed to fair, inclusive hiring practices and building teams that reflect the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from people who have been historically marginalized for many reasons, including race, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, religion, or age. If you need accessibility support at any stage of the hiring process, we encourage you to let us know and we will accommodate such requests when made. Here’s what we offer when you join our team: A positive, supportive team culture where your contributions are valued Ongoing paid professional development to enhance your skills and advance your career So, what are you waiting for? Come join a team that trusts, values, and appreciates YOU. Your adventure begins here – because Opportunity Changes Everything! Key Duties and Responsibilities: Assists in planning, preparing and carrying out developmentally appropriate program and activities. Program schedules include indoor/outdoor, active/quiet and individual group activities. Ensures activities adhere to the BGC Okanagan Policies and Childcare Licensing Regulations. Monitor, guide and assist children in daily activities. Attends to children’s physical needs, which may include diapering, toileting, eating and sleeping. Model developmentally appropriate activities and positive behaviour management techniques. Conducts activities with children on an individual and group basis to promote the development of physical, cognitive, emotional and social skills. Keep program facilities and equipment safe and clean, reporting any repairs and concerns to senior staff. Administers first aid and medication in accordance with established policy. Ensures a healthy and safe environment in which children can interact. Identifies and removes potential hazards. Maintains records, reports problems or concerns to senior staff. Establish positive relationships and open communication with parents/guardians Qualifications: Early Childhood Educator Assistant certificate Current First Aid Certificate or willingness to obtain Successful completion of Agency screening process, including a criminal record check Hours: On call/as needed, Monday to Friday Rate of Pay: $21.86 per hour Closing Date: Open until filled BGC Okanagan is committed to equitable hiring practices. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in Canada to be considered for employment. Eligible applicants include Canadian citizens, permanent residents, and individuals with refugee status who are legally entitled to work in Canada. We thank all applicants for their interest in joining BGC Okanagan; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Assist in planning and carrying out developmentally appropriate activities for children while ensuring adherence to licensing regulations. Monitor children's daily needs, including physical care, and maintain a safe, clean, and healthy environment.

Candidates must hold an Early Childhood Educator Assistant certificate and possess or be willing to obtain a First Aid certificate. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in Canada and pass a criminal record check.

• Paid professional development • Supportive team culture

• First AidPreferred
• CommunicationPreferred

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• Early childhood education
• Childcare
• First aid
• Behavior management
• Communication
• Record keeping
• Safety monitoring
• Program planning
• Toileting
• First Aid Certification
• Planning
• First Aid
• Management
• Problem Reporting
• Social Skills
• Enthusiasm

• Education
• Social Services
• Early Childhood Education Assistant
• Preschool / Childcare Teacher
• Early Childhood Educators
• Preschool Teachers, Except Special Education

Minimum education

Professional degree

Minimum experience

0+ years

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week