Early Childhood Educator On-Call

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Position Summary

The Early Childhood Educator On-Call (ECE On-Call) supports the planning, delivery and evaluation of program activities for children between the ages of 30 months to school age with diverse abilities, ensuring a safe and supportive environment. This role emphasizes building positive relationships and models respectful, inclusive, and developmentally appropriate practices, setting a positive example for both children and peers in the program. The ECE On-Call facilitates group activities and delivers engaging, outcomes-focused programming using a trauma-informed approach that prioritizes safety, empowerment, choice and skill development. The ECE On-Call upholds the Agency’s values in daily practice, adheres to policies, procedures, relevant standards and follows the Agency Code of Ethics to guide professional decision-making and behavior. The ECE On-Call works collaboratively with the team to support program goals and positive outcomes for participants.

Position Details

Wage: $21/hour + $4/hr ECE-WE = $25/hour (wages currently under review)
Term: On-call
Shift: Monday- Friday, between the hours of 7-5:30pm (7-11am/1:30pm-5:30pm)
Location: SĆIȺNEW SṮEȽIṮḴEȽ Club, 802 Latoria Road, Langford B.C V9C 3A7
Opportunities: Professional development, supportive work/life balance, training and development, career opportunities and advancement

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Organizes and implements creative, intentional, and developmentally appropriate activities and experiences using modeling, observing, questioning, demonstrating, and reinforcing techniques
• Encourages participants to take part in daily activities by using a positive, strengths- and interests-based approach and acting as a supportive role model
• Supports participants’ additional needs by sharing observations with the Supervisor and helping connect families with professionals—such as behavioural, occupational, and speech-language therapists - as appropriate
• Utilizes a learning theory approach (visual, verbal, and tactile/experiential) when interacting with participants
• Supports the implementation of positive behaviour guidance strategies aligned with the Early Childhood Behaviour Guidance Framework
• Follows trauma-informed approaches that prioritize safety, empowerment, and choice, and supports emotional regulation in children
• Demonstrates respect for and inclusion of diverse cultural backgrounds, languages, family structures, and abilities
• Engages with children and families in ways that reflect cultural sensitivity and awareness of diverse traditions, values, and lived experiences
• Adheres to CARF accreditation standards and the Agency’s policies and procedures, while aligning practice with both the Agency’s goals and the guiding principles outlined in the Model for Success
• Offers observations and suggestions to the Supervisor to support program planning and continuous improvement
• Ensures the safety and well-being of participants, setting clear boundaries, communicating expectations, modeling respectful behavior, and maintaining a structured and secure environment
• Builds positive relationships and maintains respectful, professional communication with families about participants’ daily experiences
• Incorporates inclusive practices that support cultural safety and diversity among children and families
• Modifies programming based on observations and participant feedback to enhance engagement and effectiveness
• Engages children in guided group activities that promote social-emotional learning, problem-solving and self-regulation skills
• Works with Supervisor (and child’s support worker, if participant has one) to implement behaviour and learning strategies individualized to the unique needs of each participant and the Care Plan
• Adapts activities and services to meet Individual Care Plans for each participant in collaboration with Team Lead and Supervisor
• Assists participant with self-administration of medication as required in accordance with established guidelines, procedures and instructions
• Administers First Aid following established policies
• Communicates daily with families using approved digital tools to share updates on children’s growth, development, and any concerns, while encouraging parental input and engagement in programming
• Participates in reviewing and providing feedback on activities, services, behavior progress reports and other related matters as requested by the Supervisor
• Collaborates with the Supervisor to prepare reports for children transitioning to elementary school
• Protects confidentiality and the rights of the person served
• Adheres to program-specific schedules for cleaning, inventory of supplies, and other associated maintenance tasks
• Works cooperatively, collaboratively, and proactively within the team and position role and boundaries
• Attends to children’s physical needs, including diapering, toileting, eating and sleeping
• Adheres to licensing regulations and reporting requirements
• Ensures ratios are maintained in accordance with licensing requirements
• Works in ratio as an active team member, directly participating in the delivery of quality, inclusive, and engaging programming
• Supports the implementation of nutrition and food safety standards for meal and snack routines
• Conducts daily safety checks and maintains health and hygiene standards required for licensed child care
• Collects and provides data and statistics according to Agency protocols, including attendance, log books, and timesheets/expenses
• Maintains required records
• Supports preparation of internal documentation related to care plans, incidents or transitions as directed
• Performs other duties as assigned or requested, which may include tasks not listed in this position description but are within the scope of the position, program and/or department

A full list of duties and responsibilities will be provided in the position description

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be 19 years of age
• Valid Early Childhood Educator Certificate approved by the British Columbia ECE Registry
• One (1) year recent experience working with children with a minimum of 20 hours training in child development, guidance, health and safety or nutrition to meet licensing standards working with children 30 months to school age with diverse abilities in a licensed child care setting
• Food Safe – Level 1
• Demonstrated experience in relationship building and working with diverse family systems
• Emergency Childcare First Aid and CPR B

To Apply

• Please submit your resume and cover letter to employment@bgcsvi.org indicating which position you are applying for in your email subject line and clearly demonstrating how your experience and qualifications relate to this position
• In the first line of your cover letter, please use our tag line “Opportunity Changes Everything”
• We thank all who apply. In align with our mission, we strive to create safe, supportive places and welcome all to apply

Internal Job Posting Closing Date: July 18, 2025, 5:00pm

External Job Posting Closing Date: August 22, 2025

External applicant interviews will commence on an ongoing intake basis from July 19.

Please note: This position is currently under review for classification with the BC General Employees' Union (BCGEU), and wage rates are also subject to final confirmation pending the outcome of that process.

This position is open to all applicants. This position requires union membership.

Interested by the opportunity but not sure how to make it fit? Start the conversation and let’s discuss options! Please feel free to reach out with inquiries or for more information via employment@bgcsvi.org

In alignment with our 5 Core Values, BGC South Vancouver Island is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, welcoming diversity and inclusivity in all practices within the organization

BGC South Vancouver Island acknowledges the Lkwungen, WSÁNEĆ, T’Sou-ke, MÁlexeŁ and Scia’new people, whose traditional territories we live and work upon each day

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $21.00-$25.00 per hour

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Langford, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person