Early Childhood Educator Assistant (Internal Posting)

Early Childhood Educator Assistant (Internal Posting)

Date Posted: September 22 2026
Competition Number: 183-26/27

Locations: Vernon BC (Club on 35th Ave)

Employment Type: Full-Time Temporary

Exciting Internal Opportunity!

BGC Okanagan is seeking a full-time temporary Early Childhood Educator Assistant to join the Early Years program at our Club on 35th Avenue in Vernon BC. If youre enthusiastic about helping children learn grow and thrive this could be the perfect role for you. This temporary position provides leave coverage from October 5 2026 until July 5 2028 or upon the return of the incumbent.

At BGC Okanagan we are committed to fair inclusive hiring practices and building teams that reflect the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from people who have been historically marginalized for many reasons including race disability sexual orientation gender gender identity religion or age.

If you need accessibility support at any stage of the hiring process we encourage you to let us know and we will accommodate such requests when made.

Heres 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 becauseOpportunity Changes Everything!

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assists in planning preparing and carrying out developmentally appropriate program and activities. Program schedules include indoor/outdoor active/quiet and individual group activities.
• Ensures activities adhere to the BGC Okanagan Policies and Childcare Licensing Regulations.
• Monitor guide and assist children in daily activities.
• Attends to childrens physical needs which may include diapering toileting eating and sleeping.
• Model developmentally appropriate activities and positive behaviour management techniques. Conducts activities with children on an individual and group basis to promote the development of physical cognitive emotional and social skills.
• Keep program facilities and equipment safe and clean reporting any repairs and concerns to senior staff.
• Administers first aid and medication in accordance with established policy.
• Ensures a healthy and safe environment in which children can interact. Identifies and removes potential hazards.
• Maintains records reports problems or concerns to senior staff.
• Establish positive relationships and open communication with parents/guardians

Qualifications:

• Early Childhood Assistant Certification is required
• Current First Aid Certificate or willingness to obtain

• Successful completion of Agency screening process including a criminal record check

Additional Information:

• This position is open to qualified INTERNAL applicants
• This position requires union membership.
• Only qualified Early Childhood Educator Assistants with current certificate to practice in British Columbia will be considered.

Hours: 40 hours per week Monday to Friday

Rate of Pay: $23.73 per hour

Closing Date: September 30 2026

BGC Okanagan is committed to equitable hiring practices. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in Canada to be considered for employment. Eligible applicants include Canadian citizens permanent residents and individuals with refugee status who are legally entitled to work in Canada.

We thank all applicants for their interest in joining BGC Okanagan; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Required Experience:

Junior IC