Casual Preschool Instructors & Assistants
About the role
In our journey towards greater diversity, we invite applications from members of equity-seeking communities including racialized and Indigenous persons, women, persons with disabilities, persons of all gender identities, ages and sexual orientations who bring value through their lived experiences.
We strive to provide an inclusive workplace and believe in progressive and barrier-free recruitment for all. If at any time during the application or recruitment process you require additional assistance or an accommodation, please email employment.opportunities@nanaimo.ca and we would be pleased to discuss how best to accommodate your needs.
Casual Preschool Instructors & Assistants
Department: Recreation & Culture
Closing Date: Nov 13, 2025 4:30 PM
Competition Number: n/a
Job Summary
The City of Nanaimo is seeking casual Preschool Instructors and Preschool Assistants to assist the preschool program by leading safe and supervised activities for children in their early developmental years. The programs are carried out at various Nanaimo Parks, Recreation & Culture facilities.
Duties and Responsibilities
Please see the job description PDFs below.
Requirements
Applicants must have valid Emergency Child Care or Emergency Community Care First Aid and CPR “C” certificates, a satisfactory criminal record check, as well as the qualifications indicated below.
Preschool Instructor – Completion of one of the following: Early Childhood Education/Child and Youth Care diploma OR Education Degree from a recognized educational institution OR an equivalent combination of education and experience, as well as 2 years’ experience instructing preschool/childcare programs.
Preschool Assistant – Completion of Grade 12 and a minimum 2 years’ related experience.
Compensation and Benefits
These are unionized positions, starting at $22.23 (Preschool Assistant) and $27.18 (Preschool Instructor) per hour. Hours of work are typically 0 – 15 hour per week; however, there are no guaranteed hours associated with these positions. Shortlisted applicants may also be required to undergo a verification of their education credentials.
Comments
To apply for this opportunity, please submit a resume and cover letter (.docx or PDF file format) to employment.opportunities@nanaimo.ca referencing Casual Preschool Instructor or Assistant and outline how you meet the minimum qualifications.
The City of Nanaimo is an inclusive employer that values diversity and invites applications from all qualified individuals who are legally entitled to work in Canada. We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. If shortlisted for the role and need an accommodation within the hiring process, we would be pleased to discuss how best to accommodate your needs.
About City of Nanaimo
The City of Nanaimo is a municipality located on the east coast of Vancouver Island, in British Columbia, Canada. Nanaimo is about 55km west of Vancouver, right across the Strait of Georgia, and you can get here from the mainland via BC Ferries, through our regional airport (YCD), or right into our downtown core by floatplane from Vancouver Harbour or Vancouver International Airport. With a reputation for innovative high quality service delivery, the City of Nanaimo is here to serve.
Casual Preschool Instructors & Assistants
About the role
In our journey towards greater diversity, we invite applications from members of equity-seeking communities including racialized and Indigenous persons, women, persons with disabilities, persons of all gender identities, ages and sexual orientations who bring value through their lived experiences.
We strive to provide an inclusive workplace and believe in progressive and barrier-free recruitment for all. If at any time during the application or recruitment process you require additional assistance or an accommodation, please email employment.opportunities@nanaimo.ca and we would be pleased to discuss how best to accommodate your needs.
Casual Preschool Instructors & Assistants
Department: Recreation & Culture
Closing Date: Nov 13, 2025 4:30 PM
Competition Number: n/a
Job Summary
The City of Nanaimo is seeking casual Preschool Instructors and Preschool Assistants to assist the preschool program by leading safe and supervised activities for children in their early developmental years. The programs are carried out at various Nanaimo Parks, Recreation & Culture facilities.
Duties and Responsibilities
Please see the job description PDFs below.
Requirements
Applicants must have valid Emergency Child Care or Emergency Community Care First Aid and CPR “C” certificates, a satisfactory criminal record check, as well as the qualifications indicated below.
Preschool Instructor – Completion of one of the following: Early Childhood Education/Child and Youth Care diploma OR Education Degree from a recognized educational institution OR an equivalent combination of education and experience, as well as 2 years’ experience instructing preschool/childcare programs.
Preschool Assistant – Completion of Grade 12 and a minimum 2 years’ related experience.
Compensation and Benefits
These are unionized positions, starting at $22.23 (Preschool Assistant) and $27.18 (Preschool Instructor) per hour. Hours of work are typically 0 – 15 hour per week; however, there are no guaranteed hours associated with these positions. Shortlisted applicants may also be required to undergo a verification of their education credentials.
Comments
To apply for this opportunity, please submit a resume and cover letter (.docx or PDF file format) to employment.opportunities@nanaimo.ca referencing Casual Preschool Instructor or Assistant and outline how you meet the minimum qualifications.
The City of Nanaimo is an inclusive employer that values diversity and invites applications from all qualified individuals who are legally entitled to work in Canada. We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. If shortlisted for the role and need an accommodation within the hiring process, we would be pleased to discuss how best to accommodate your needs.
About City of Nanaimo
The City of Nanaimo is a municipality located on the east coast of Vancouver Island, in British Columbia, Canada. Nanaimo is about 55km west of Vancouver, right across the Strait of Georgia, and you can get here from the mainland via BC Ferries, through our regional airport (YCD), or right into our downtown core by floatplane from Vancouver Harbour or Vancouver International Airport. With a reputation for innovative high quality service delivery, the City of Nanaimo is here to serve.