early childhood educator (ECE)

Job Details

Title : early childhood educator (ECE)

Location : 279 Island Highway, Victoria, BC, V9B 1G4

Work location : On site

Employment type : Permanent employment, Full time

Work hours : 34–40 hours per week; flexible shifts (early morning, morning, day, evening)

Start date : 2026‑01‑05

Salary : $25.00 – $28.00 per hour (to be negotiated)

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement child‑care programs that support and promote the physical, cognitive, emotional and social development of children
• Lead activities by telling or reading stories, teaching songs and taking children to local points of interest
• Assist early childhood educators or supervisors in keeping records
• Encourage children to express creativity through the media of art, dramatic play, music and physical activity
• Engage children in activities by telling stories, teaching songs and preparing crafts
• Guide and assist children in the development of proper eating, dressing and toilet habits
• Observe children for signs of potential learning or behavioural problems and prepare reports for parents, guardians or supervisor
• Submit written observations on children to early childhood educators or supervisors
• Discuss progress and problems of children at staff meetings
• Apply knowledge of licensing regulations
• Establish guidelines for behaviour
• Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with co‑workers and community service providers working with children
• Plan and maintain an environment that protects the health, security and well‑being of children
• Supervise and co‑ordinate activities of other early childhood educators and assistants
• Administer first‑aid and other assistance

Qualifications

Education : College, CEGEP or other non‑university certificate or diploma from a program of 1‑2 years.

Experience : 2 to less than 3 years.

Languages : English.

Must be authorized to work in Canada and have a clear criminal record check.

Security and Safety

Benefits

Health benefits

Financial benefits

Long‑term benefits

Other benefits

Who can apply for this job?

You can apply if you are :

Do not apply if you are not authorized to work in Canada. The employer will not respond to your application.

Advertised until

2026‑01‑13

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