Early Childhood Educator

Little Friends Childcare has two positions becoming available this spring.

1) Full Time Infant/Toddler Early Childhood Educator

15-18 Month Maternity Leave position

Start date – Feb/March 2024 (flexible)

2) Full time or part time (3 or 4 full days) ECE in the 30mths-5 year “upstairs preschool”

Permanent position

Start date – April 2024

We are searching for a caring, fun loving, easy going, educator who values a collaborative team environment.

Someone who enjoys creating spontaneous, open ended learning experiences.

An individual who is eager to elaborate the children’s interests and provide opportunities for emergent curriculum.

Someone who has experience multi-tasking and supervising in a busy group childcare environment.

Someone who believes in fostering strong attachments with children and families.

The right candidate would be reliable, loyal, and flexible.

Must have a license to practice in BC

Must have criminal record check

Must have valid first aid certificate

Must provide references (including 2 written)

A little about us:

We offer a competitive wage, extended health benefits, paid, pro-d, 5 sicks, 7 vacation days and 4 weeks paid holidays (spring/summer/winter closures). Qualifying individuals will also receive the $6 wage enhancement.

We are known to be fair, supportive, and accommodating employers. We are happy to provide references from current and past employees.

Families often tell us they love the positive community that is cultivated at little friends.

We love our job and are passionate about our work. We are looking for a like-minded person to join our amazing team.

Little Friends believes in fostering the magic of childhood through play opportunities. We offer open ended Art and sensory activities daily as well as incorporate stories and songs into all aspects of the program. We have two huge yards and love to spend lots of time outside.

Please reach out if you are interested and we would love to set up a tour of our beautiful facility located in the Strawberry Vale/Knockan Hill neighbourhood of View Royal (north of VGH).

Look Forward to hearing from you,

Tracy and Kim

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent, Fixed term contract

Salary: $22.00-$30.00 per hour

Expected hours: 25 – 40 per week

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Vision care

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• AEC / DEP or Skilled Trade Certificate (required)

Ability to Commute:

• Victoria, BC V8Z 1P1 (required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Victoria, BC V8Z 1P1: Relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person