#2251 - Early Childhood Educator | Permanent Full Time
- Richmond, BC, Canada
$28.46 - $31.57 as per the collective agreement · Full-time
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- Pay
- $28.46 - $31.57 as per the collective agreement
- Job type
- Full-time
- Apply by
- Experience
- Minimum 1 year of experience working with inclusive groups of 3-5 year olds.
- Working hours
- 37.5 hours per week
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
Since 1952, Developmental Disabilities Association has been helping thousands of people in BC with developmental disabilities reach their full potential through support and advocacy. We create extended networks of support, invest in individual needs, and strive for an inclusive and safe community. Come see what we are about. Go to www.develop.bc.ca for all of our latest blogs and podcasts, and scroll to the bottom of the page to connect with us on social!
JOB TITLE:
EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATOR | #2251
SERVICE AREA:
Early Learning & Youth Services
LOCATION:
Riverside Child Development Centre (3-5 Years)
START DATE:
November 30, 2026
TERM/STATUS:
Permanent Full Time
SCHEDULE/HRS:
Monday - Friday Rotating Shift // 37.5 hours per week
07:15-15:15; 08:00-16:00; 08:30-16:30; 09:00- 17:00; 09:45-17:45
HOURLY WAGE:
$28.46 - $31.57 as per the collective agreement
The Role:
The Early Childhood Educator (ECE) provides an enriched program for children which meet the needs of the families in the community. The ECE also provides opportunities for children with both typical and special needs to interact on a daily basis. The ECE works in conjunction with the Manager to ensure the needs of the children are met.
Requirements/Education/Experience:
- Completion of BC Early Childhood Education Certification
- Completion of Special Needs Certification
- Related training/certification in the area of children with special needs is an asset.
- Minimum 1 year of experience working with inclusive groups of 3-5 year olds.
- Experience with special needs functional assessment, individual and group program design and evaluation.
- Experience in the area of Behavior Management.
- Criminal Record Clearance
- Medical Clearance
- Valid First Aid/CPR
- Non-violent Crisis Intervention Certification – training will be provided
- Demonstrated competency in English written and verbal communication
- Basic computer literacy
- Eligible to work in Canada
What We Offer:
- A fully employer-paid, comprehensive health and welfare benefits plan
- Employee and Family Assistance Plan
- Municipal Pension Plan
- Educational and training opportunities
- On-the-job training
- Professional development
- Community involvement
- An inclusive work environment
*This position requires Union membership.
For more information, please visit our website at www.develop.bc.ca
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview.
More about this job
Responsibilities
Provide an enriched early learning program that meets the needs of children and families, including opportunities for children with typical and special needs to interact. Work with the Manager to ensure children's needs are met.
Requirements
Requires BC Early Childhood Education Certification, Special Needs Certification, and at least one year of experience working with inclusive groups of children aged 3–5. Candidates must also have experience with special-needs assessment and program design and evaluation, behavior management, valid First Aid/CPR, English communication skills, basic computer literacy, and eligibility to work in Canada; Non-Violent Crisis Intervention training will be provided.
Skills
- Early Childhood Education
- Inclusive Childcare
- Special Needs Education
- Functional Assessment
- Individual Program Design
- Group Program Design
- Program Evaluation
- Behavior Management
- First Aid
- CPR
- Non-Violent Crisis Intervention
- Written Communication
- Verbal Communication
- Basic Computer Literacy
Benefits
- Employer-Paid Health And Welfare Benefits
- Employee And Family Assistance Plan
- Municipal Pension Plan
- Educational And Training Opportunities
- On-The-Job Training
- Professional Development
- Community Involvement
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Education
- Social Services
Keywords
- Early Childhood Educator
- Early Childhood Education Certification
- Special Needs Certification
- Inclusive Childcare
- Child Development
- Early Learning
- Youth Services
- Children Aged 3–5
- Special Needs
- Functional Assessment
- Individual Program Design
- Group Program Design
- Program Evaluation
- Behavior Management
- First Aid
- CPR
- Non-Violent Crisis Intervention
- English Communication
- Computer Literacy
- Professional Development