Early Childhood Educator Assistant

Early Childhood Educator Assistant Date Posted: August 12, 2026 Competition Number: 122-26/27 Locations: Lake Country, BC Join Our Team as an Early Childhood Educator Assistant! BGC Okanagan is seeking an Early Childhood Educator Assistant to join our Early Years program at our Lake Country Club. If you’re enthusiastic about helping children learn, grow, and thrive, this could be the perfect role 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 Childcare discounts to help your family thrive Paid sick leave and vacation to help you recharge when needed A comprehensive benefits plan and RRSP to support your health and future So, what are you waiting for? Come join a team that trusts, values, and appreciates YOU - 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 Certification is required Current First Aid Certificate or willingness to obtain Successful completion of Agency screening process, including a criminal record check Please Note: This position is open to all applicants This position requires union membership. Hours: 20 hours per week, Monday-Friday, 1pm-5pm Rate of Pay: $20.60 per hour Closing Date: August 20, 2026 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.

The assistant will help plan and implement developmentally appropriate activities for children while ensuring compliance with licensing regulations. They are also responsible for monitoring children's safety, attending to their physical needs, and maintaining clean program facilities.

Candidates must hold an Early Childhood Educator Assistant Certification and a current First Aid Certificate. Applicants are also required to successfully complete an agency screening process, including a criminal record check.

• Professional development • Childcare discounts • Paid sick leave • Vacation • Comprehensive benefits plan • RRSP

• First AidPreferred
• CommunicationPreferred

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Early childhood education
• First aid
• Behavior management
• Child development
• Program planning
• Safety monitoring
• Communication
• Record keeping
• Toileting
• First Aid Certification
• Planning
• First Aid
• Management
• Discounts And Allowances
• 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

20 hours per week