Location
Vancouver, British Columbia
Salary
CA$32 - CA$32 / HOUR
Ensure a safe and engaging environment for children by designing and leading activities based on the YMCA Playing to Learn curriculum. Maintain positive relationships with families and staff while utilizing communication apps for daily updates.
Requires a basic ECE certification recognized in British Columbia and current Emergency First Aid, CPR-C, and AED certification. A satisfactory criminal record check with a vulnerable sector search and three professional references are mandatory.
Date Posted: June 11th, 2026
Position Title: Early Childhood Educator
Location: Nanook YMCA Child Care
Term: Temporary, Full-Time
Hours: 35 hours per week
Shift: Monday-Friday: shifts will rotate between the hours of 7:15am-6:00pm
Start Date: As soon as possible
End Date: January 1st, 2027
$31.56 per hour for ECE Certificate (Includes $6 per hour Provincial Wage Enhancement Program)
Reports To: Supervisor
Union: This posting is governed by the collective agreement between YMCA Childcare centres and BCGEU Local 303
*Some benefits may vary based on region and employment terms
Nature & Scope
Early childhood educators (ECE, ECE-IT/ SN) at the YMCA ensure a safe and engaging environment for all children. By adhering to the YMCA Playing to Learn curriculum, they design, and lead activities tailored to the interests and developmental stages of the children in their care. These educators also cultivate and maintain strong, positive relationships with parents, fellow educators, and community partners to deliver high-quality childcare within the communities we serve.
By igniting belonging and championing health equity, YMCA BC strengthens the foundations of community. With over 3,000 employees and volunteers, YMCA BC serves 150,000 individuals of all ages, backgrounds and abilities across hundreds of service locations, from the Sunshine Coast to Fort St. John.
As a charity, YMCA BC promotes equitable access to healthier outcomes by providing vital programs and services to help address many of our communities' most pressing social issues, including health and wellness, affordable child care and camps, mental health, employment services and community health.
We believe there is potential inside all of us and envision vibrant, healthy and inclusive communities for all.
YMCA BC is firmly committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging (EDIB). By taking an intersectional approach to our programs and services, the YMCA is committed to creating spaces and experiences where everyone feels safe, welcome, and like they belong. Learn more at YMCA BC | Fitness, Aquatics, Child Care, Camps & Community Programs [https://www.ymcabc.ca/]
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Please apply online to this position through the ADP Workforce Now Career Centre. (Myself/Talent/Career Centre)
Depending on the role, we may be required to prioritize internal applicants. At YMCA BC, we approach each hiring process individually, recognizing that people bring diverse experiences and strengths. If this opportunity speaks to you, we encourage you to apply—even if you don’t meet every listed qualification. Your unique background might be just what we’re looking for. And if this role isn’t the right fit, we hope you’ll continue exploring future opportunities with us that align with your skills and aspirations.
YMCA BC is committed to creating an inclusive, accessible environment where all members of our community feel valued, respected, and supported. We encourage applications from the diverse communities in which we live and serve, including but not limited to people of colour, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity. We have established policies, procedures, and practices to meet accessibility standards throughout the hiring process. Should you require any accommodation throughout the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to contact our People Services department.
Thank you for your interest and application.
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