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Early Childhood Educator

@ Society of Saint Vincent de Paul

Victoria, British Columbia

On-sitePer diem1+ years experience
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Overview

Society of Saint Vincent de Paul is hiring a casual, on-call Early Childhood Educator for its Mary's Place Childcare Centre team on Vancouver Island. The educator works with young children in a group setting under the Centre's curriculum and reports to the Program Manager. A BC ECE licence, an ECE diploma and standard First Aid are required, with a $6.00 ECE wage enhancement included in pay.

Responsibilities:

  • Deliver quality, caring childcare programs in a group setting
  • Follow the Centre's philosophy, policies and curriculum plans
  • Support children, parents and caregivers
  • Meet Community Care Facilities Branch licensing requirements

Requirements summary:

  • Diploma in Early Childhood Education (required)
  • Current BC Licence to Practise (required)
  • Standard CPR and First Aid (required)
  • At least 1 year of recent early childhood centre experience
  • Vulnerable Sector check before hiring

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Benefits mentioned

Health insuranceDentalRetirement planPaid time off
Source and dates

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Employer posting date
2026-10-19
First seen by our source
2026-10-09
Source record updated
2026-10-23

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Job details

SeniorityEntry level
DepartmentSocial & community services
Experience1+ years
Scheduleday
Travelair: none · ground: none
Work settingSchool, Care home
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical moderate · computer low
Licences & certificationsStandard First Aid, Standard CPR
Background checksvulnerable sector, criminal record
EducationCollege diploma (required)
Fields of studyEarly Childhood Education
Perks mentionedGenerous paid time off, Retirement plan

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Job description

Make a Difference with the Society of Saint Vincent de Paul!

Are you passionate about working with children and creating a positive impact? Look no further! We’re thrilled to announce an opening for a casual, on-call Early Childhood Educator to join our Mary’s Place Childcare team.

Reporting to the Mary’s Place Program Manager, the Early Childhood Educator (ECE) will provide quality, caring and supportive childcare programs that integrate the philosophy and policies of Mary’s Place Childcare Centre. The Centre works with young children in a group setting delivering service in accordance with the goals and curriculum plans of the Centre.

Society of Saint Vincent de Paul offers:

· Competitive salary commensurate with your experience and reviewed annually
(includes the additional $6.00 ECE wage enhancement)
· Group Insurance, including a medical and dental benefit plan, pension and paid time off for full time employees.
· A socially responsible and inclusive culture in a successful community enterprise

Our ideal Early Childcare Educator will bring the following:

· Diploma in Early Childhood Education (required)
· Current BC License to Practice (required)
· A minimum of 1 year of recent relevant experience working in an Early Childhood
Centre
· First Aid Certification – Standard CPR (required)
· Experience working with children with cognitive and physical disabilities and the
community supports an asset
· General office management skills an asset

These Skills and Abilities will help you thrive:

· Understanding of The Community Care Facilities Branch licensing requirements
· Knowledge of the issues that affect children and their families
· Demonstrated adherence to the ECE BC Code of Ethics
· Ability to remain calm in difficult situations
· Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills with children, parents,
caregivers and community members
· Accountable with an ability to work effectively in collaboration with others

Additional Requirements

· A criminal record check including a Ministry of Justice Vulnerable Sector Clearance
Letter is required prior to hiring.

About Society of Saint Vincent de Paul:

The Society of Saint Vincent de Paul of Vancouver Island has been supporting people in need on Vancouver Island since 1916. Focused on impacting the lives of people affected by poverty, the Society offers emergency relief services while maintaining a focus and commitment to addressing the root causes that contribute to poverty in our communities. Through a variety of programs, the Society provides support through affordable housing, a food pantry, home visit program, day program for persons with developmental disabilities and thrift stores providing clothing and household items to those in need, to name a few.

We are committed to cultivating an inclusive, fair, equitable and diverse culture and look forward to welcoming applicants with their unique strengths to our team.

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