Early Childhood Educator (ECE) - Full-Time
Top Benefits
About the role
The Early Childhood Educator (ECE) is responsible for delivering high-quality care and educational programming for children under the age of six in a licensed daycare setting. The ECE nurtures children’s physical, emotional, social, and cognitive development by creating engaging, inclusive, and developmentally appropriate experiences in a safe and welcoming environment.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Curriculum Planning & Delivery
- Designs and implements daily programs that reflect children's interests, developmental levels, and cultural backgrounds.
- Creates a balanced schedule with active/quiet, indoor/outdoor, and individual/group experiences.
- Uses play-based learning and responsive strategies like modeling, observing, and reinforcing to guide development.
- Individualized Support
- Observes children to identify interests, abilities, and needs; adapts programming accordingly.
- Collaborates with families and professionals (e.g., therapists, supported child development consultants) to support children with additional needs.
- Child Development Tracking
- Maintains records on children’s progress, routines, and incidents.
- Contributes to transition reports and development summaries for school readiness.
- Team & Program Development
- Participates in team planning, staff meetings, and evaluation of daycare programs.
- Recommends improvements or changes to programming and routines to better meet children’s needs.
- Supervision & Mentorship
- May provide direction to Early Childhood Educator Assistants, practicum students, or volunteers.
- Helps maintain a consistent and positive tone across the staff team.
Caregiving & Routines
- Attends to children’s physical needs including diapering, toileting, feeding, dressing, and napping.
- Promotes health and hygiene routines in accordance with licensing standards.
Health & Safety
- Maintains a clean, organized, and safe physical environment.
- Identifies and responds to hazards and administers first aid or medications as per policy.
Family Communication
- Builds strong relationships with families through daily updates, scheduled meetings, and collaborative goal setting.
- Consults with parents on developmental concerns and invites them to participate in programming.
Other Related Duties
- Performs other duties consistent with the classification as assigned by the supervisor.
Required Certifications:
- Valid Early Childhood Education (ECE) Certificate
- Valid Infant Toddler and/or Special Needs Certificate an asset, but not required.
- Active ECE License to Practice from the BC ECE Registry
- Valid Child Care First Aid and CPR Certificate
- Successful completion of a Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening
Training and Experience:
- An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered.
- This may include:
- Minimum one (1) year of recent, related experience working as an Early Childhood Educator in a licensed childcare setting with children under the age of six.
- Experience should include planning and leading age-appropriate activities, supporting children’s developmental needs, and fostering inclusive group care environments.
- Direct experience working with infants and toddlers, children with extra support needs
- Knowledge of and experience adhering to BC Child Care Licensing Regulations and relevant safety and documentation protocols.
- Comfort with documenting observations, progress, and incidents using both written and digital formats.
Additional Information
- IMPORTANT NOTE:
This position is open to all applicants, except where bona fide occupational requirements apply.
- The statements in these guidelines reflect the general duties and responsibilities of this classification and are not all-inclusive.
- Union membership is required for this position.
- This position is subject to funding and enrolment.
- The role involves working with a diverse group of children and volunteers of all ages. Staff are expected to practice cultural sensitivity in all interactions.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $25.95 per hour
Expected hours: 30 per week
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 2025-07-23
Expected start date: 2025-08-27
About Connections Community Services Society
The mission of Connections Community Services is to be a leading provider of programs and services that are responsive to the diverse needs of children, youth and families. We work toward a better tomorrow by connecting our community and supporting our children, youth and families to thrive and reach for their dreams.
Early Childhood Educator (ECE) - Full-Time
Top Benefits
About the role
The Early Childhood Educator (ECE) is responsible for delivering high-quality care and educational programming for children under the age of six in a licensed daycare setting. The ECE nurtures children’s physical, emotional, social, and cognitive development by creating engaging, inclusive, and developmentally appropriate experiences in a safe and welcoming environment.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Curriculum Planning & Delivery
- Designs and implements daily programs that reflect children's interests, developmental levels, and cultural backgrounds.
- Creates a balanced schedule with active/quiet, indoor/outdoor, and individual/group experiences.
- Uses play-based learning and responsive strategies like modeling, observing, and reinforcing to guide development.
- Individualized Support
- Observes children to identify interests, abilities, and needs; adapts programming accordingly.
- Collaborates with families and professionals (e.g., therapists, supported child development consultants) to support children with additional needs.
- Child Development Tracking
- Maintains records on children’s progress, routines, and incidents.
- Contributes to transition reports and development summaries for school readiness.
- Team & Program Development
- Participates in team planning, staff meetings, and evaluation of daycare programs.
- Recommends improvements or changes to programming and routines to better meet children’s needs.
- Supervision & Mentorship
- May provide direction to Early Childhood Educator Assistants, practicum students, or volunteers.
- Helps maintain a consistent and positive tone across the staff team.
Caregiving & Routines
- Attends to children’s physical needs including diapering, toileting, feeding, dressing, and napping.
- Promotes health and hygiene routines in accordance with licensing standards.
Health & Safety
- Maintains a clean, organized, and safe physical environment.
- Identifies and responds to hazards and administers first aid or medications as per policy.
Family Communication
- Builds strong relationships with families through daily updates, scheduled meetings, and collaborative goal setting.
- Consults with parents on developmental concerns and invites them to participate in programming.
Other Related Duties
- Performs other duties consistent with the classification as assigned by the supervisor.
Required Certifications:
- Valid Early Childhood Education (ECE) Certificate
- Valid Infant Toddler and/or Special Needs Certificate an asset, but not required.
- Active ECE License to Practice from the BC ECE Registry
- Valid Child Care First Aid and CPR Certificate
- Successful completion of a Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening
Training and Experience:
- An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered.
- This may include:
- Minimum one (1) year of recent, related experience working as an Early Childhood Educator in a licensed childcare setting with children under the age of six.
- Experience should include planning and leading age-appropriate activities, supporting children’s developmental needs, and fostering inclusive group care environments.
- Direct experience working with infants and toddlers, children with extra support needs
- Knowledge of and experience adhering to BC Child Care Licensing Regulations and relevant safety and documentation protocols.
- Comfort with documenting observations, progress, and incidents using both written and digital formats.
Additional Information
- IMPORTANT NOTE:
This position is open to all applicants, except where bona fide occupational requirements apply.
- The statements in these guidelines reflect the general duties and responsibilities of this classification and are not all-inclusive.
- Union membership is required for this position.
- This position is subject to funding and enrolment.
- The role involves working with a diverse group of children and volunteers of all ages. Staff are expected to practice cultural sensitivity in all interactions.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $25.95 per hour
Expected hours: 30 per week
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 2025-07-23
Expected start date: 2025-08-27
About Connections Community Services Society
The mission of Connections Community Services is to be a leading provider of programs and services that are responsive to the diverse needs of children, youth and families. We work toward a better tomorrow by connecting our community and supporting our children, youth and families to thrive and reach for their dreams.