Early Childhood Educator (Infant Toddler)

Early Childhood Educator (Infant Toddler)

Date Posted: May 4, 2026

Competition Number

26-26/27 Location: Kelowna, BC (Anne McClymont Club) Make a difference every day with BGC Okanagan! BGC Okanagan is seeking a full-time Early Childhood Educator with Infant Toddler certification for our Early Years Program at the Anne McClymont Club in Kelowna, BC. Step into a role where every day offers the chance to support the growth, learning, and well-being of young children and their families.

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

Welcomes new children and their families to the program. Ensures enrolment information is in order including medical and emergency information, dietary instructions and parental forms follow childcare licensing requirements. Plans, carries out and evaluates developmentally appropriate and age specific activities and experiences for children using modelling, observing, questioning, demonstrating and reinforcing techniques. Develops daily program schedules that include indoor/outdoor, active/quiet and individual and group activities. Ensures activities adhere to BGC Okanagan Polices and Childcare Licensing Regulations Identifies the abilities, interests and needs of children and develops individualized and group curriculum based on these. Recommends referrals or additional services for children with professionals such as behavioural therapists, occupational therapists and speech language pathologists. Reports on progress, behaviours and other issues. Contributes to reports for children with disabilities, maintains records, care plans and statistics. Model developmentally appropriate activities and positive guiding techniques through daily contact with children and team members. Attends to the children’s physical needs that may include diapering, toileting, eating. Administers first aid and medication in accordance with established policy. Maintains a healthy and safe, culturally and developmentally appropriate environment in which the children can learn and grow. Identifies and removes potential hazards. Establish positive relationships and open communication with parents/guardians. Communicates with families about children’s growth and development. Requests input from and participation of parents in the development of programs.

Qualifications

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 Hours: 35 hours a week, Monday to Friday Rate of Pay: $31.25 ($25.25 per hour + $6.00/hr. ECE Wage Enhancement)

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.