Early Childhood Educator - IT
- Maple Ridge, BC, Canada
$20 to $23 CAD / hour · Contract
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Job details
- Pay
- $20 to $23 CAD / hour
- Job type
- Contract
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
Are you passionate about helping children learn, grow, and reach their full potential? If so, we'd love to have you join the team at Little Willows by Kids & Company.
We are looking for compassionate, dedicated, and enthusiastic educators who are committed to providing exceptional care and educational experiences for children. With over 120 childcare centres across Canada and continued growth nationwide, there are exciting opportunities to build a rewarding career with us.
Positions Available
We are currently seeking qualified educators for the following contract opportunities:
ECE/IT – Toddler Program
- Start Date: October 28 or November 1, 2026
- Term: Contract position covering the remainder of a maternity leave through approximately Spring 2027
ECE – Infant Program
- Start Date: November 9, 2026
- Term: Contract position for approximately 2-3 months
Responsibilities
- Maintain documentation, reporting, and record keeping
- Implement a Reggio Emilia-inspired approach to learning
- Support children's emotional, physical, and behavioural well-being while fostering their social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development
- Complete attendance records and health and safety checks
- Collaborate with professionals such as Speech Therapists, Occupational Therapists, and Early Interventionists, as required
- Support children through transitions within and between classrooms
- Participate actively in team meetings, professional development opportunities, and workshops
Qualifications
- Valid British Columbia ECE License (ECE or ECE/IT, depending on the position)
- Current Criminal Record Check
- Valid Standard Child Care First Aid and CPR Certification
- Up-to-date immunizations
- Ability to push, pull, and lift up to 45 lbs.
Skills & Experience
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues
- Strong organizational and documentation skills
- Comfortable using technology for classroom operations, reporting, and record keeping
- Team-oriented with a collaborative approach to problem-solving
- Demonstrated initiative and ability to work independently when required
- Strong critical thinking and decision-making skills
What We Offer
- Competitive compensation
- Comprehensive benefits package after a 6-month probationary period (where applicable)
- Positive and supportive team environment
- Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement
- The opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and families every day
At Little Willows by Kids & Company, you'll be recognized for your dedication, hard work, and contributions while helping children develop the skills and confidence they need to succeed.
Little Willows by Kids & Company is an equal opportunity employer.
We are committed to providing accommodations for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. Accommodations are available upon request and will be provided in accordance with applicable legislation.
More about this job
Responsibilities
Maintain classroom documentation, attendance records, and health and safety checks while implementing a Reggio Emilia-inspired learning approach. Support children's well-being, development, and classroom transitions, collaborate with families and relevant professionals, and participate in team meetings and professional development.
Requirements
Applicants must hold a valid British Columbia ECE or ECE/IT license appropriate to the position, a current Criminal Record Check, and valid Standard Child Care First Aid and CPR certification, with up-to-date immunizations. Strong communication, organization, documentation, technology, teamwork, and decision-making skills are required, along with the ability to lift, push, and pull up to 45 pounds.
Skills
- Verbal Communication
- Written Communication
- Relationship Building
- Organization
- Documentation
- Technology Use
- Teamwork
- Collaborative Problem-Solving
- Initiative
- Independent Work
- Critical Thinking
- Decision-Making
- Child Development
- Record Keeping
Benefits
- Competitive Compensation
- Supportive Team Environment
- Professional Growth Opportunities
- Career Advancement Opportunities
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Education
Keywords
- Early Childhood Education
- ECE License
- Infant Program
- Toddler Program
- Reggio Emilia
- Child Development
- Emotional Well-Being
- Physical Development
- Behavioural Well-Being
- Attendance Records
- Health and Safety Checks
- Documentation
- Record Keeping
- Speech Therapists
- Occupational Therapists
- Early Interventionists
- Classroom Transitions
- Criminal Record Check
- Standard Child Care First Aid
- CPR Certification
- Immunizations
- Professional Development