Early Childhood Educator - Infant Toddler (ECE/IT)

Reporting to the Manager, Childcare, the ECE Infant/Toddler Educator plays an important role in creating nurturing, engaging, and developmentally appropriate learning environments. You will work collaboratively with families and fellow educators to support children's physical, emotional, social, cognitive, and language development while fostering a strong sense of belonging.

Quick Facts

• Compensation: $28.24 per hour (includes Provincial ECE Wage Enhancement)
  • Paid vacation, wellness, and family responsibility days
  • Extended health and dental benefits
  • YMCA membership for employee and family
  • YMCA pension contribution of 5% after two years of employment
• Reporting to: Manager, Childcare
• Location: George Elliot Child Care Centre, Lake Country, BC
• Schedule: Full-Time

Why This Role Matters

The early years are foundational to a child's lifelong development. Families rely on quality child care programs that provide safe, engaging environments where children can develop confidence, independence, and a sense of belonging.

As an ECE Infant/Toddler Educator, you will help create meaningful learning experiences that support the unique strengths and needs of every child. Through responsive caregiving, play-based learning, and strong partnerships with families, you will contribute to positive outcomes that extend far beyond the classroom.

What You Will Do

As an ECE Infant/Toddler Educator, you will:

• Plan, implement, and evaluate developmentally appropriate programs and activities that support children's growth and learning.
• Create a safe, nurturing, and stimulating learning environment that promotes well-being, independence, and belonging.
• Support infant and toddler development through responsive caregiving and relationship-based practices.
• Observe, document, and assess children's development and learning outcomes.
• Build positive relationships with children, families, colleagues, and community partners.
• Communicate regularly with families regarding children's progress, developmental goals, and achievements.
• Implement positive guidance and behaviour support strategies that respect individual developmental needs and cultural backgrounds.
• Assist children with personal care, feeding, toileting, and other daily living activities as required.
• Supervise children during indoor and outdoor activities while maintaining the highest standards of health and safety.
• Collaborate with educators and support staff to create engaging learning experiences and successful transitions.
• Participate in professional development, team meetings, and continuous program improvement initiatives.

What You Bring

• Valid Early Childhood Educator (ECE) Certificate recognized by the BC Early Childhood Educator Registry.
• Valid ECE Infant/Toddler (IT) Certificate recognized by the BC Early Childhood Educator Registry.
• Current First Aid Certificate with CPR-C and AED.
• Knowledge of child development and responsive caregiving approaches.
• Understanding of BC Child Care Licensing Regulations and health and safety requirements.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with families, educators, and community professionals.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to maintain confidentiality and professional judgment.

Who You Are

• Passionate about supporting children's growth and development.
• Patient, nurturing, and relationship-focused.
• Committed to creating welcoming and inclusive environments.
• Flexible, collaborative, and solution-oriented.
• Dedicated to helping children and families thrive.
• Aligned with the YMCA's mission, vision, and values.

Why Join Us

At the YMCA of Southern Interior BC, you'll join a purpose-driven organization committed to strengthening communities and helping children thrive. You'll work alongside a supportive team of professionals who are passionate about early learning and creating meaningful experiences for children and families every day.

Additional Requirements

• Three professional references.
• A satisfactory Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Search.

The YMCA of Southern Interior BC is an equity employer and encourages applications from all individuals who may contribute to the diversity of our workplace. This includes persons with diverse abilities, persons of colour and ethnicity, Indigenous persons (First Nations, Métis, and Inuit), and people of all sexual orientations and genders.