YMCA Childcare in Kelowna is growing. For this 8 week summer position we are looking for engaged energetic passionate educators to join our team! As an Early Childhood Educator in our YMCA programs you will use observations skills to plan a YMCA Playing to Learn emergent curriculum. Childrens play experiences are used to build a dynamic learning environment. This role has the potential to continue into a permanent position after the 8 weeks.
Reporting to the Manager of Child Care Programs an Early Childhood Educator will facilitate a highquality child care experience for children ages birth to 5 in accordance with YMCA standards and provincial requirements.
This is a federally funded position and applicants must:
- Be between 1630 years of age
- Be a Canadian citizen permanent resident or person to whom refugee protection has been conferred under theImmigration and RefugeeProtection Act for the duration of the employmentand
- Have a valid Social Insurance Number at the start of employment and be legally entitled to work in Canada in accordance with relevant provincial or territorial legislation and regulations
Additionally the YMCA of SIBC participates in the Early Childhood Educator Wage Enhancement program offered through the Government of BC.
If the following sounds like a good day at work then this job might be for you!
- Plan implement lead and evaluate specific expectations of curriculum to ensure YMCA Playing To Learn curriculum is maintained
- Support colleagues and connect with families to provide a comprehensive program plan that is developmentally appropriate
- Actively participate in programs with children while being able to coordinate care and meet the dynamic needs of colleagues children and families
- Establish and maintain positive daily communication and interaction with families providing quality customer service and building meaningful relationships
- Actively ensure licensing standards and safety standards are maintained for all childcare settings and outings
- Execute behaviour care plans utilizing a childcentered approach by engaging parents and educators and YMCA colleagues
- Actively participate and promote philanthropy through YMCA Association initiatives
Wed love to hear with people with:
- Only candidates who hold a British Columbia Early Childhood Educator Certificate (ECE ECE IT ECE SN) can be considered for these positions.
- Enthusiasm energy interpersonal and organizational skills necessary to support a positive team environment
- Valid First Aid Certificate with CPR level B or C
Competencies:
- Commitment to Mission Vision and Values: Demonstrates and promotes a personal understanding of and appreciation for the mission vision and values of the YMCA ofSouthern Interior BC.
- Service Orientated:Deliberately identifies and creates opportunities to enhance each and every individuals YMCA experience. Creates action plans to resolve any service gap areas.
- Relationship Building and Collaboration: Builds positive interactions listens attentively and communicates effectively to create an open communication environment. Shares information best practices and resources with colleagues.
The YMCAs Commitment to Trust Safety and Equality:
As part of a trusted charitable organization you can expect to receive excellent services and safety training throughout your YMCA career. As the first step in your journey you will be required to:
- Provide 3 references of a professional in nature (e.g. Employer Supervisor or Colleague)
- Provide a satisfactory Criminal Record Check Check/Vulnerable Sector Search issued no later than six (6) months preceding your start date. The YMCA will provide applicable instructions and paperwork.
The YMCA of Southern Interior BC is an equity employer and encourages applications from all individuals who may contribute to the diversity of our workplace. This includes persons with diverse abilities persons of color and ethnicity Indigenous persons (First Nations Metis and Inuit) and people of all sexual orientations and genders.
Application deadline: May 21 2025