Early Childhood Educator - Multi-site

YMCA of Southern Interior BC•Kelowna, BC

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

YMCA Childcare in Kelowna is growing and seeking engaged, energetic, and passionate educators to join their team. As an Early Childhood Educator in YMCA programs, you will utilize observation skills to plan a YMCA Playing to Learn™ emergent curriculum, using children's play experiences to build a dynamic learning environment. Reporting to the Manager of Child Care Programs, you will facilitate a high-quality childcare experience for children ages birth to 5 in accordance with YMCA standards and provincial requirements. The YMCA of SIBC participates in the Early Childhood Educator Wage Enhancement program, offering an additional $6 per hour.

Requirements

British Columbia Early Childhood Educator License to practice
Must be 19 years of age (as per Provincial licensing standards)
Flexibility to work across multiple YMCA Child Care centres, with schedules that may fluctuate based on operational needs
Valid First Aid Certificate with CPR level B or C

Nice To Haves

Early Childhood Educator Assistant License may be considered.

Responsibilities

Plan, implement, lead, and evaluate specific expectations of curriculum to ensure YMCA Playing to Learn and Place to Connect curriculum is maintained across multiple childcare settings.
Support colleagues and connect with families to provide a comprehensive program plan that is developmentally appropriate, while working collaboratively with teams at different centres.
Actively participate in programs with children, while coordinating care and adapting to the dynamic needs of staff, children, and families across varying centre environments.
Establish and maintain positive daily communication and interaction with families, providing quality customer service and building meaningful relationships across assigned centres.
Actively ensure licensing standards and safety standards are maintained for all childcare settings, classrooms, and outings.
Execute behaviour care plans utilizing a child-centred approach by engaging parents, educators, and YMCA colleagues.
Adapt quickly to different centre routines, classroom environments, and age groups while maintaining consistent quality of care.
Actively participate and promote philanthropy through YMCA Association initiatives.