Organizational Unit

University of Victoria -> Student Affairs -> Campus Services

Location

University of Victoria - Victoria, BC V8W 2Y2 CA (Primary)

Posting Close Date

Ongoing until filled

Please note that positions will close at 4 p.m. on the closing date.

FTE

1.0

Salary Grade

$4,491.00 - $4,630.00

Additional Posting Information:

N/A

Salary posted will be pro-rated based on FTE and achieved as per the collective agreement, if applicable.

Classification

ECE/PB8

Hours of Work

Monday to Friday, varied 7 hour shifts starting as early as 7:45 am & ending as late as 5:00 pm

Start Date

6/16/2025

End Date

4/1/2026

Employee Group:

CUPE 951 - Term

of Hires Needed

1

Category

Other

About this Opportunity

University of Victoria Child Care is seeking an outstanding BC certified Early Childhood Educator to join our team in full-time (35 hours per week), temporary position in one of our 30 months to school aged full-day child care programs (3 - 5 years of age).

UVic Child Care educators are passionate leaders and advocates for the field, who uphold very high standards and provide strong mentorship to ECEs new to the field. At UVic Child Care:

• We provide a free in-house professional development program in which we work with our Pedagogist who guides inquiry work and research projects, and provides resources to support educator learning.
• Our educators have published journal articles, held exhibits and presented at a number of conferences and workshops.
• Our pedagogy, inquiry work and research align with the BC Early Learning Framework (2019). We practice a Common Worlds Framework approach, which considers our ethical relations with others in the Anthropocene* -reflecting on place, the legacies of colonialism, reconciliation, and 21st century environmental inheritances. For more information on our theoretical approaches, please visit www.commonworlds.net and www.earlychildhoodcollaboratory.net.

Benefits and Perks*

UVic compensation and benefits are competitive with:

• Comprehensive medical benefits and Employee and family assistance program

• Payment in lieu of Pension, Basic Life Insurance and Dental Care Benefits

• Access to health and wellness tools and resources to support you in finding work-life balance

• Generous paid leave for vacation, illness, as well as unavoidable appointments

• Diverse range of learning and development opportunities

• Sustainability initiatives including discounted transit passes and a pedestrian and bike friendly campus

• Balanced work day that includes both paid and unpaid breaks

• Vacation and paid annual holiday closure entitlement is prorated on the basis of annual full-time entitlement

Note: In addition to the posted salary, ECEs are paid $4.00 per hour for the BC Provincial Government ECE Wage Enhancement (e.g. starting wage is $29.55 salary + $4.00 per hour ECE WE = $33.55 per hour total)

**This position is for a 9.5 month term**

Please note that a current Early Childhood Educator Certificate issued through the BC ECE Registry is required for this position.

Please contact Kim Ainsworth, Director, Child Care at 250-721-6656 or kainsw@uvic.ca for questions related to this job opportunity. Applicants must be submitted online through the UVic Career portal.

Job Summary

University of Victoria (UVic) Child Care provides on-campus, innovative, creative, inspiring, and responsive early learning and care to young children of UVic full-time students, staff and faculty. The pedagogy for all UVic child care programs is founded on the BC Ministry of Child Care and Education’s BC Early Learning Framework (2019) and the Common Worlds Framework.

The Early Childhood Educator (ECE) works as a member of the child care team providing early learning and care to children who are aged 30 months to school aged (three to five year olds). The ECE works in ratio in the program under the supervision of the ECE Supervisor or Program Manager and follows UVic Child Care pedagogy, ethos and policies; the BC Early Learning Framework; the ECEBC Code of Ethics; BC Community Care and Assisted Living Act; and Child Care Licensing Regulations.

All staff who work in UVic Child Care must be immunized in accordance with the childhood immunization schedule The ECE must also possess sufficient stamina for full-time work in a busy full day child care centre. The position is physically demanding and includes lifting up to 15 kg, crouching, squatting, bending, standing for long periods of time, supervising outdoor play, walking, and sitting on floor. Please note that our child care programs spend several hours a day outdoors year round.

Job Requirements

Experience:
Entry level experience for BC certified Early Childhood Educator with demonstrated experience implementing the BC Early Learning Framework (BC Government, 2019) in a group child care setting.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Demonstrated ability to apply the BC Community Care and Assisted Living Act and BC Child Care Licensing Regulations into practice.
• Demonstrated ability and strong interest integrating the BC Early Learning Framework (BC Government, 2019) in a child care program including program planning, inquiry work and creating pedagogical narrations.
• Strong guidance skills for working with children in an inclusive environment.
• Demonstrated skills for working collaboratively within a team environment.
• Good organizational skills.
• Demonstrated evidence of ongoing professional development, and commitment to ongoing learning.
• Commitment to the ECEBC Code of Ethics, including confidentiality and privacy of information.
• Commitment to valuing the principles of Indigenous reconciliation and diversity and contributing to an inclusive and respectful working and learning environment.
• Ability to handle emergencies skillfully and calmly and in compliance with BC Child Care Regulations, as well as UVic’s and UVic Child Care Services policies.
• Ability to adapt to changing circumstances, to multi-task, and to attend to children’s needs while keeping awareness of the whole group.
• Physically able to lift up to 15 kg, and repetitively crouch, squat, sit on the floor, stand and walk for long periods of time, and spend time outdoors.
• Flexibility to work a range of shifts within UVic Child Care Services operating hours, according to operational demands.
• Proficiency with computer applications (i.e., MS-Office Suite, Adobe Create Suite, content management systems).

Specialized Knowledge/Education:

• Completion of an Early Childhood Education certificate or diploma program.
• Must hold a valid Early Childhood Educator Certificate issued by the BC Early Childhood Educator Registry.
• Strong knowledge of the BC Early Learning Framework (BC Government, 2019) and ability to implement into practice.
• Strong knowledge of the BC Community Care and Assisted Living Act and current BC Child Care Licensing Regulations.
• Must hold a valid Emergency Childcare with CPR-B (or C) First Aid certificate.
• In accordance with the BC Criminal Records Review Act, must have the ability to provide a clear criminal record check.
• Documentation of compliance in the immunization program per Ministry of Health guidelines (childhood immunizations).

Territory Acknowledgement: We acknowledge and respect the Lək̓ʷəŋən (Songhees and Xʷsepsəm/Esquimalt) Peoples on whose territory the university stands, and the Lək̓ʷəŋən and WSÁNEĆ Peoples whose historical relationships with the land continue to this day.

Equity Statement: UVic is committed to upholding the values of equity, diversity, inclusion and human rights in our living, learning and work environments. In pursuit of our values, we seek members who are eager to actively participate in that shared responsibility. We actively encourage applications from members of historically and systemically marginalized groups.

Read our full equity statement here: www.uvic.ca/equitystatement.

Accessibility Statement: If you anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application and hiring process contact: uviccareers@uvic.ca Any personal information provided will be maintained in confidence.

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