▷ Immediate Start Early Childhood Educator

Hourly Rate: ECE Certification: $29.00 hourly ($23.00 + $6 ECEWE)

*the ECEWE top-up from the Provincial Government is separate from your base wage as it is offered directly from the provincial government. If the ECE_WE program is cancelled or Fernwood NH is unable to participate, your total wage will be your base wage.

Location:Primarily, 1180 Queens Avenue, and Fernwood Neighbourhood House, 1240 Gladstone Avenue, Victoria, BC

Hours: Permanent, full-time position, Monday-Friday. Scheduled shifts may fall between 7:15 am - 5:30 pm.

About Fernwood Neighbourhood House (FNH)

Fernwood Neighbourhood House (FNH) is a vibrant, multi-service organization working on the unceded lək̟ʔəŋən (Lekwungen) lands in Victoria, BC. We’re dedicated to fostering an inclusive, resilient, and connected community by providing a wide range of programs for all ages, from childcare and family support to food security initiatives, intergenerational programs, and community events that celebrate our diverse neighborhood. Our work prioritizes equity, centers the voices of marginalized and racialized people, and aims to create a welcoming environment for everyone who calls Fernwood home.

Position Overview

This is a hybrid full-time position with combined responsibilities in our 3–5-year-old childcare program and our Out-of-School Care (OSC) program for school-aged children. In the morning, you will serve as an Early Childhood Educator (ECE) in our 3–5 program, providing nurturing, play-based care for children age group 3-5. In the afternoon, you will transition into an Out-of-School Care role for Children in Kindergarten and Grade 1.

This position is ideal for an educator who is passionate about both early childhood and school-age care and who thrives in a leadership capacity in the latter part of the day.

Key Responsibilities

Child Development & Programming

Plan, implement, and assess developmentally appropriate, play-based activities.

Maintain a balanced daily schedule with active/quiet, indoor/outdoor, and individual/group experiences.

Support children's social-emotional development by identifying and labeling emotions.

Use observations to expand play and adapt activities to individual needs.

Implement the Early Learning Framework in programming.

Child Guidance & Emotional Support

Foster positive behaviour guidance through redirection, positive reinforcement, and clear expectations.

Set reasonable behaviour expectations aligned with the centre’s philosophy and policies.

Address unsafe behaviours respectfully and support self-regulation.

Health, Safety & Supervision

Ensure children's well-being through active supervision and a safe, clean environment.

Follow health protocols, including diapering, toileting, and eating routines.

Administer medications when needed and maintain accurate health records.

Report all accidents, injuries, and illnesses following centre procedures and government regulations.

Release children only to authorized individuals.

Environment & Daily Care Routines

Create and maintain inclusive, engaging and emergent learning spaces.

Encourage and support self-help skills and meaningful interactions with children.

Assist with cleaning, sanitizing, and organizing materials and spaces.

Build positive relationships professional with families, children, and coworkers.

Share daily updates with families and contribute to team discussions.

Follow licensing requirements and centre policies.

Maintain professionalism, and confidentiality in all interactions.

Attend staff meetings, maintain punctuality, carry out assigned responsibilities and other duties as needed.

Working Conditions

Ability to lift and move chairs, cots, mats, etc. (up to 30lbs).

Ability to work positively in a busy and loud environment.

Ability to work outside in a variety of weather conditions.

Ability to stand for long periods of time, run occasionally, crouch and bend frequently.

Qualifications

Current BC ECE Certificate.

Current First Aid Certified.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a strong family centered lens.

Minimum 1 year of experience working in licensed Childcare Programs.

Ability to work collaboratively in team settings and work positively in a shared work environment.

Ability to problem-solve, prioritize tasks, and take initiative.

An understanding of and commitment to the importance of client confidentiality.

Demonstrated ability to follow instructions, take initiative in completing assigned tasks, and remain accountable for actions, outcomes, and work quality.

Professional, adaptable, and responsive, with a proactive to work and collaboration.

Additional Assets

SNE Certification.

Proficiency in languages other than English.

Experience building professional, trusting relationships with parents, caregivers, and/or young children

Experience in Trauma informed training

Familiar with, or ability to quickly gain familiarity with, BC Child Care Licensing Regulations.

Other Requirements

Candidates who progress through our selection process will be required to provide the following before an employment agreement is finalized.

Must provide a record of immunization status for childcare licensing.

Must provide two professional references.

All employees within Fernwood NRG require a Vulnerable Sector Criminal Record Check upon being hired.

Fernwood Neighbourhood House is a unionized workplace, and this position is part of the BC General Employees' Union (BCGEU). We are currently negotiating our first collective agreement. The compensation package for this role reflects current wages and benefits, with adjustments anticipated once the collective agreement is finalized.

Please note that following the ratification of the collective agreement, union dues will be deducted from employees' pay in accordance with the terms outlined in the collective agreement and BCGEU policies.

Fernwood Neighbourhood House is committed to equitable hiring practices and values diversity. We strongly encourage applications from individuals with lived experiences of structural inequity, including Black, Indigenous, People of Colour, LGBTQ2IA+ individuals, and those living with disabilities.

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