Southern Gulf Islands Neighbourhood House Society

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Employment Type Full Time Hours Per Week 35-40

Working Hours 7.5-8 Hours/day

Type Of Child Care 3 - 5 Years

Position Start As soon as possible

Early Childhood Educator – Pender Island, BC

We're hiring at the newly renovated Epicentre and looking to expand our amazing team!

We’re looking for an ECE to join our dynamic daycare team at the Epicentre on Pender Island!

Wage: $24–$28/hour (depending on certification and experience) + ECE Wage Top Up

We offer a supportive, creative, and community-focused environment — perfect for someone who loves to laugh, learn, and make a difference!

Our emergent, child-led early learning curriculum fosters both personal growth and a strong sense of community for the children in our care. Learning unfolds in group settings for infants, toddlers, and preschool-aged children (3–5 years).

If you're passionate about early learning and looking for a meaningful role in a unique island setting, we’d love to hear from you!

Qualifications Basic ECE

Additional Qualifications ECE (Early Childhood Educator): Must hold a valid BC Early Childhood Educator (ECE) Certificate issued by the BC ECE Registry.

Years Experience Required 2





Required Experience The ideal candidate will have:

- Demonstrated experience supporting, guiding, and caring for children in a licensed childcare setting.
- A commitment to delivering high-quality programming aligned with BC’s Early Learning Framework.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a cooperative, respectful approach.
- An understanding of and respect for individual and cultural diversity, including a commitment to Truth and Reconciliation.
- Experience working in small communities and/or with non-profit organizations (an asset).

Physical & Additional Requirements

- Sufficient stamina and energy to meet the physical demands of childcare (e.g., standing, sitting on the floor, assisting with toileting and dressing, supervising outdoor play and out-trips, leading physical activities).
- Proficient communication skills in English.
- Valid First Aid and CPR certification and a Clear Criminal Record Check (required prior to employment).
- Legally entitled to work in Canada.
- Ability to build and maintain positive relationships with families and caregivers.
- Willingness to contribute to a clean and safe learning environment through light housekeeping duties.

Salary & Benefits Wage:



$24–$28/hour, depending on certification and experience + ECE Wage Top Up. Additional Information Additional Information About Pender Island *PLEASE READ BEFOE APPLYING

- Pender Island is a beautiful, small rural community located in the Southern Gulf Islands of British Columbia. It’s a wonderful place to live and work — but island life isn’t for everyone.
- The community offers essential services, including a medical clinic, doctors, nurses, emergency services, a chiropractor, dentist, and massage therapist.
- Amenities include two grocery stores and three restaurants.
- As a ferry-dependent community, travel can be weather-dependent and requires planning.
- There is NO PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION on Pender Island, a car and valid dirvers license is required for this position.
- Housing assistance may be available for the right candidate.
- We encourage anyone interested to apply — but please take some time to research Pender Island before reaching out, to ensure it’s the right fit for you.

Details Name Of Facility Southern Gulf Islands Neighbourhood House Society

Region Vancouver Island Health Authority

Contact Info Michael Cowan

Phone: (phone hidden)

[email protected]

Address PO Box 95

Pender Island, BC

V0N 2M1

Website www.sginh.ca

Posted On May 11th, 2026

Application Information

Closing Date until filled

Instructions Please send your resume and cover letter to [email protected] or call (phone hidden).

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📌 Early Childhood Educator (North Pender Island)
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