Make a Lasting Difference During a Child’s Most Formative Years

Infant/Toddler Early Childhood Educators lay the foundation for lifelong learning by creating safe, nurturing, and enriching environments where children’s curiosity, confidence, and development can thrive. Through meaningful relationships and responsive care, they make a lasting impact during a child’s most formative years, supporting growth, well-being, and future success. 

QUICK FACTS 

• Compensation: $22.24 per hour, plus as part of Government's Early Care and Learning Recruitment and Retention Strategy [http://gov.bc.ca/assets/gov/family-and-social-supports/child-care/6337_earlycareandlearningrecruitment_andretentionstrategy_report_web.pdf], Early Childhood Educators (ECEs) working in licensed childcare facilities are eligible to receive a $6 per hour wage enhancement
  • Paid vacation, wellness, and family responsibility days
  • Extended health and dental benefits
  • Membership to Y facilities for self and family
  • Annual Y pension of 5% (after 2 years)
• Reporting to: Manager, Child Care
• Location: Okanagan Mission YMCA Child Care
• Schedule: Full-time role, 30-40 hours per week, Monday to Friday

This role is ideal for a caring, energetic, and dedicated Infant/Toddler Early Childhood Educator who is passionate about supporting infants and toddlers during their earliest stages of development while building meaningful relationships with children, families, and colleagues.

WHAT YOU WILL DO 

In this role you will be responsible for planning and delivering a high-quality, child-centered infant and toddler program, this role supports children's development, ensures a safe and inclusive learning environment, and partners with families and colleagues to create positive early learning experiences.

• Create a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment that supports the healthy development and well-being of infants and toddlers.
• Plan and deliver age-appropriate, play-based learning experiences that foster curiosity, confidence, and early childhood development.
• Build strong, trusting relationships with children and families to support each child’s growth and sense of belonging.
• Support individual developmental milestones by adapting care and learning experiences to meet the unique needs of each child.
• Collaborate with families and colleagues to promote consistent, inclusive, and high-quality early learning experiences.
• Maintain a positive, welcoming, and inclusive environment where all children and families feel respected and valued.
• Ensure the health, safety, and well-being of children by upholding licensing requirements and best practices in child care.
• Guide children’s social-emotional development using positive, child-centered approaches that encourage independence and self-regulation.
• Contribute to a collaborative team culture dedicated to excellence in early childhood education and family support.

WHAT YOU BRING 

• British Columbia Early Childhood Educator (ECE) Infant/Toddler Certificate (required).
• Valid First Aid Certificate with CPR level B or C
• Minimum age of 19 years, in accordance with provincial childcare licensing requirements.
• Knowledge of BC childcare licensing requirements, health and safety standards, and inclusive, child-centered practices, supported by strong communication and relationship-building skills.

WHO YOU ARE 

• You are passionate about creating inclusive environments where every child and family feels they belong.
• You are committed to making a meaningful impact in the lives of children, families, and the community.
• You build strong relationships and work collaboratively with families, colleagues, and partners.
• You provide caring, responsive service and bring a child- and family-centered approach to your work.
• You embody the YMCA’s values through a commitment to equity, inclusion, and excellence in care.

WHY JOIN US 

• Make a lasting impact – Help children and families thrive during some of the most important years of development.
• Be part of something bigger – Join a purpose-driven charity dedicated to strengthening individuals, families, and communities.
• Work with a supportive team – Collaborate with passionate leaders and colleagues who value inclusion, learning, and shared success.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS 

• Three professional references
• A satisfactory Criminal Record Check Check/Vulnerable Sector Search. The YMCA will provide applicable instructions and paperwork.

The YMCA of Southern Interior BC is an equity employer and encourages applications from all individuals who may contribute to the diversity of our workplace. This includes persons with diverse abilities, persons of colour and ethnicity, Indigenous persons (First Nations, Metis, and Inuit), and people of all sexual orientations and genders.

Application deadline: August 21, 2026