Early Childhood Educator Assistant (Casual)

Early Childhood Educator Assistant (Casual)

• Date Posted: October 8, 2026
• Competition Number : 201-26/27

Locations: Kelowna, BC – Cameron Park Club

Join BGC Okanagan as an Early Childhood Educator Assistant!

BGC Okanagan is seeking a casual Early Childhood Educator Assistant to join the Early Years program at our Cameron Park club in Kelowna, BC. If you’re enthusiastic about helping children learn, grow, and thrive, this could be the perfect role for you.

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.

Here’s 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

So, what are you waiting for? Come join a team that trusts, values, and appreciates YOU.

Your adventure begins here – because Opportunity 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 children’s 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 all applicants

This position requires union membership.

Only qualified Early Childhood Educator Assistants with current certificate to practice in British Columbia will be considered.

Hours: Casual/ as needed

Rate of Pay: $23.73 per hour

Closing Date: Open until filled

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.