Plan and implement a safe, inclusive early learning environment for children in a licensed group care setting. Build professional relationships with families and collaborate with colleagues to support children's emerging abilities.
Requirements summary
Must hold a valid BC Early Childhood Educator certification and current Emergency Child Care First Aid and CPR certification. A clear Criminal Record Check and strong English communication skills are required.
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Job description
Job Category BCGEU Okanagan Childcare Job Title Early Childhood Educator - Auxiliary (Hourly) Department UBCO | Administration | Child Care Posting End Date July 6, 2026 Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the Posting End Date.
Job End Date Ongoing - This is an auxiliary position, and hours vary based on operational needs - $4 Wage Enhancement is additional to the posted salary - We will be hiring multiple positions At UBC, we believe that attracting and sustaining a diverse workforce is key to the successful pursuit of excellence in research, innovation, and learning for all faculty, staff and students.
Our commitment to employment equity helps achieve inclusion and fairness, brings rich diversity to UBC as a workplace, and creates the necessary conditions for a rewarding career.
Looking for a career that offers real work-life balance?
Join our energetic and passionate team at the UBC Okanagan Child Care Centre!
We’re proud to offer a supportive and dynamic workplace culture, competitive pay, and meaningful opportunities for professional growth.
At UBC, we believe in providing more than just a paycheck — we invest in your well-being, development, and future.
Why join UBC?
Top Employer Recognition: UBC is proud to be one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers Flexible scheduling – You pick up the shifts that fit your life Professional development funding – We invest in your growth Potential for benefits – Depending on hours worked Career-building experience – A great opportunity to build meaningful experience that can launch your career in child care and open doors to future opportunities at UBC.
Supportive team culture – Be welcomed into a close-knit team that values collaboration, kindness, and laughter Beautiful Learning Environments – Our spaces are warm, engaging and designed to inspire creativity.
From nature-based play to sensory exploration, your ideas and teaching style are celebrated Who are you?
You bring energy and a welcoming spirit.
You build meaningful relationships with children and support their unique strengths and needs.
You are excited to join a university community and connect with students, faculty, and staff.
You are comfortable working independently and in a collaborative environment.
You are organized, patient, and thoughtful, exercising sound judgment in all situations.
You approach challenges creatively and positively leading to effective solutions.
Benefits
Flexible Scheduling
Professional Development Funding
Potential For Benefits
You are a qualified Early Childhood Educator with current BC ECE certification, current Emergency Child Care First Aid certification, and a clear Criminal Record Check.
JOB SUMMARY This position requires planning and implementing a safe and rich early care and learning environment for the children within a licensed group child care setting in culturally diverse communities.
Educators must be able to adapt to diverse approaches and early childhood pedagogies as led by the individual child care programs.
ORGANIZATIONAL STATUS Educators work closely with a team of other Early Childhood Educators and receive daily direction from the Senior Early Childhood Educator.
Reports directly to Program Manager.
This position works within the policies of UBC Okanagan CCS and in partnership with the Educators and the parents and guardians of the children enrolled in the program.
WORK PERFORMED Engages with the British Columbia Early Learning Framework and collaborates together with the other Educators in constructing a creative and inclusive early care and learning environment, thus supporting each child’s emerging abilities.
Builds a meaningful relationship with all children and maintains an environment respectful of children’s strengths and needs Participates in all aspects of the program including routines and transitions Models curiosity and celebration of diversity among the children and families and the cultural groups they represent Directly supervises children using multiple strategies including observation and positive guidance techniques Protects and respects the rights of children and the determination of appropriate interventions to ensure the protection of those rights Recognizes, documents and takes appropriate action in the case of suspected abuse, illness or accident, ensuring serious incidences are reported to the appropriate authorities and all required documentation is completed Promotes the health and safety of all children including ensuring safe food practices and routine infectious control practices are followed Engages in reflective practice that includes observation and interpretation of individual children’s activities Creates and maintains respectful, meaningful and professional relationships with families that reflect the role of the Educator and honour parents and guardians as the primary caregivers.
Accommodates where possible parents'/guardians’ requests for daily care routines within the context of a licensed group care facility Shares information about children's progress and the program with parents/guardians Attends parent meetings Attends family functions organized by the Program Manager with the goal of sharing information and supporting community.
Advocates for quality child care for individual children and families; Supports families in their attempts to access specialized services that may be required for their children Keeps informed of current events in the child care sector Ensures that information on child care initiatives at UBC Okanagan and in the broader community are available to Educators and parents/guardians Assists the Senior Early Childhood Educator with compliance requirements: Maintaining and safely storing of records Ensuring the program is well maintained in a neat, organized, and safe manner indoors and outdoors Following all UBC Okanagan CCS Program Policies and Procedures and Health and Safety protocols Creates caring professional relationships with their colleagues that support the success of all team members and the program: Actively taking part in discussions related to program vision, pedagogy, goals and evaluation Contributes to staff meeting agendas and attending and participating in staff meetings Uses effective communication and collaboration methods to achieve harmonious relationships with all colleagues Works with all team members to provide guidance to students Other duties: Engages in reflective practice that includes an evaluation of personal success in achieving UBC Okanagan CCS’ goals of pedagogical direction of the program Takes part in professional development opportunities and setting personal professional goals that support the on-going successes and growth of the team and Program Provides guidance to volunteers and students Maintains a professional demeanor at all times, addressing any breaches in professional conduct by their team of Educators including but not limited to; Appropriate dress and hygiene Language, voice tone and style of communication Relationships with UBC colleagues, children and parents/guardians Appropriate division of personal life and professional life Maintains and promotes confidentiality and protection of privacy within Child Care Services Completes any other tasks or requests from the Program Manager, Senior Early Childhood Educator or Associate Director of Child Care Services CONSEQUENCE OF ERROR AND IMPACT OF DECISIONS: Lack of attention to safety and emergency procedures and poor communication amongst Educators could result in significant injury to children and/or colleagues.
Poor communication with colleagues could lead to dissatisfaction within the child care team that may affect quality of care and successful retention of Educators.
Lack of participation in ongoing professional development including the examination of contemporary early childhood practices could impact the quality of the programs and lead to client dissatisfaction.
Client dissatisfaction could result in lower enrolment.
Poor, inappropriate or negative communications with parents could lead to client dissatisfaction which could result in withdrawal from our services, lower enrolment and subsequently cause damage to University reputation.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED Daily direction is provided by the Senior Early Childhood Educator.
Reports to the Program Manager.
Educators participate in yearly evaluation/goal setting with Program Manager and input from the Senior Early Childhood Educator in addition to receiving on-going feedback and coaching.
SUPERVISION GIVEN May support, coach and mentor Educators which may include casual Educators, students and/or volunteers as directed by the Senior Early Childhood Educator or Program Manager.
QUALIFICATIONS A valid Early Childhood Educator certificate to practice in BC.
Educators must; Have the ability to establish and maintain harmonious relations with children, parents and program Educators Have a high level of spoken and written English skills sufficient to ensure successful communication with program Educators, children and parents/guardians Demonstrate excellent listening and communication skills Demonstrate appropriate language, tone of voice and style of communication Have the ability to use sound judgement, demonstrate patience and be well organized Demonstrate the ability to be creative and imaginative and problem solve while staying positive Adapt to high level of noise and distractions from children.
Have the ability to function independently, under pressure, while managing emergency situations Recognize they may be exposed to illness while working with children as well as to challenging behaviours in the center.
Have the ability to develop relationships with UBC Okanagan colleagues, children and parents and guardians and be flexible when needed Show evidence of ongoing professional commitment and development to remain current in the ECE field Hold a current Emergency Child Care First Aid and CPR certificate Have a valid criminal record check We value each individual and the unique skills and background they bring to our community.
We offer a wide variety of career opportunities and encourage you to explore your true potential in an environment that fosters professional and personal growth.
Equity and diversity are essential to academic excellence.
An open and diverse community fosters the inclusion of voices that have been underrepresented or discouraged.
We encourage applications from members of groups that have been marginalized on any grounds enumerated under the B.C.
Human Rights Code, including sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Metis, Inuit, and/or Indigenous person.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
If you have any accommodation or accessibility needs during the job application process, please contact the Centre for Workplace Accessibility at workplace.accessibility@ubc.ca.
Market context
BC auxiliary ECE roles stay in demand
In British Columbia, early childhood educator auxiliary roles are commonly sought by centres needing flexible coverage, support for staffing gaps, and help maintaining ratios. This type of role is competitive because valid BC ECE certification, current Emergency Child Care First Aid and CPR, a clear Criminal Record Check, and strong English communication skills are often required. Review the AI-summarized job requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your certifications are current before applying.
