Early Childhood Educator Assistant

Early Childhood Educator Assistant Date Posted: August 27, 2026 Employment Type: Full-Time and Part-Time Competition Number: 150-26/27 Locations: Summerland, BC Join BGC Okanagan as an Early Childhood Educator Assistant! Are you ready to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children and families? Our newly opened Summerland Club is hiring full-time and part-time Early Childhood Educator Assistants to support our exciting Early Years program. This is an opportunity to bring your passion for early learning to a welcoming community where you can make a lasting impact. 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 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 Assistant Certification is required Current First Aid Certificate or willingness to obtain Successful completion of Agency screening process, including a criminal record check Additional Information: This position is open to all applicants This position requires union membership We have 2 part-time (25hrs) positions and 1 full-time (40hrs)position available. Hours: 25 hours per week or 40 hours per week, 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.

The assistant will help plan and implement developmentally appropriate activities for children while ensuring a safe and healthy environment. They are responsible for monitoring children's daily needs, including physical care, and maintaining open communication with parents and senior staff.

Candidates must hold an Early Childhood Assistant Certification and possess or be willing to obtain 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

• safety monitoringPreferred
• First AidPreferred
• record keepingPreferred
• CommunicationPreferred

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

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

• 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