Early Childhood Educator Assistant (Temporary)

Early Childhood Educator Assistant (Temporary)

Date Posted: March 30, 2026
Competition Number: 310-25/26

Locations: Vernon, BC (Club on 35th Avenue)

BGC Okanagan is seeking a full-time, temporary Early Childhood Educator Assistant to join the Early Years program at our Club on 35th Avenue in Vernon, BC. If you’re enthusiastic about helping children learn, grow, and thrive, this could be the perfect role for you. This temporary position provides leave coverage until October 15, 2026, or upon the return of the incumbent.

Here’s what we offer when you join our team:

A positive, supportive team culture where your contributions are valued

Ongoing paid professional development to enhance your skills and advance your career

Childcare discounts to help your family thrive

Paid sick leave and vacation to help you recharge when needed

A comprehensive benefits plan

So, what are you waiting for? Come join a team that trusts, values, and appreciates YOU. Your adventure begins here – because Opportunity Changes Everything!

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

Assists in planning, preparing and carrying out developmentally appropriate program and activities. Program schedules include indoor/outdoor, active/quiet and individual group activities.

Ensures activities adhere to the BGC Okanagan Policies and Childcare Licensing Regulations.

Monitor, guide and assist children in daily activities.

Attends to children’s physical needs, which may include diapering, toileting, eating and sleeping.

Model developmentally appropriate activities and positive behaviour management techniques. Conducts activities with children on an individual and group basis to promote the development of physical, cognitive, emotional and social skills.

Keep program facilities and equipment safe and clean, reporting any repairs and concerns to senior staff.

Administers first aid and medication in accordance with established policy.

Ensures a healthy and safe environment in which children can interact. Identifies and removes potential hazards.

Maintains records, reports problems or concerns to senior staff.

Establish positive relationships and open communication with parents/guardians

Qualifications:

Early Childhood Assistant Certification is required

Current First Aid Certificate or willingness to obtain

Successful completion of Agency screening process, including a criminal record check

Please Note:

This position is open to all applicants

This position requires union membership.

Only qualified Early Childhood Educator Assistants with current certificate to practice in British Columbia will be considered.

Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Rate of Pay: $20.60 per hour

Closing Date: Open until filled

As an equal opportunity employer, BGC Okanagan is committed to the prioritization of equitable and inclusive employment practices. Our goal is to be representative of the communities we serve, and we encourage applications from communities which are structurally marginalized based on race, disability, age, sex, religion, sexual orientation, nationality, social or ethnic origin, gender identity and/or expression. If any candidate needs any accessibility support throughout the hiring process, we will accommodate such requests when made. You will only be considered for a position with BGC Okanagan if you’re legally entitled to work in Canada. Eligible applicants include: Canadian citizens, permanent residents and refugees in Canada with legal status. We appreciate and thank all applicants for their interest, however only short-listed candidates will be contacted.