Early Childhood Educator (Infant Toddler) - TERM

BGC Okanagan

11d•Onsite

About The Position

BGC Okanagan is seeking a full-time Early Childhood Educator with Infant Toddler certification for our Early Years Program at the Hudson Road Club in West Kelowna, BC. This is a temporary position to provide maternity leave coverage until June 1, 2027, or upon the return of the incumbent. The role involves supporting the growth, learning, and well-being of young children and their families.

Requirements

BC Early Childhood Educator Certificate with current License to Practice
Infant Toddler Certification
Two (2) years of recent related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Successful completion of the agency screening process, including clear criminal record check
Legally entitled to work in Canada (Canadian citizens, permanent residents, and refugees in Canada with legal status).

Responsibilities

Welcome new children and their families to the program, ensuring enrolment information is in order and follows childcare licensing requirements.
Plan, carry out, and evaluate developmentally appropriate and age-specific activities and experiences for children using various techniques.
Develop daily program schedules that include indoor/outdoor, active/quiet, and individual and group activities.
Ensure activities adhere to BGC Okanagan Policies and Childcare Licensing Regulations.
Identify the abilities, interests, and needs of children and develop individualized and group curriculum based on these.
Recommend referrals or additional services for children with professionals such as behavioural therapists, occupational therapists, and speech language pathologists.
Report on progress, behaviours, and other issues, and contribute to reports for children with disabilities.
Maintain records, care plans, and statistics.
Model developmentally appropriate activities and positive guiding techniques through daily contact with children and team members.
Attend to the children’s physical needs, including diapering, toileting, and eating.
Administer first aid and medication in accordance with established policy.
Maintain a healthy, safe, culturally, and developmentally appropriate environment for children.
Identify and remove potential hazards.
Establish positive relationships and open communication with parents/guardians.
Communicate with families about children’s growth and development.
Request input from and participation of parents in the development of programs.