Job CategoryBCGEU Okanagan ChildcareJob TitleEarly Childhood Educator - Auxiliary (Hourly)DepartmentUBCO | Administration | Child CarePosting End DateAugust 15, 2026Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the Posting End Date.Job End DateOngoingThis is an auxiliary position, and hours vary based on operational needs$4 Wage Enhancement is additional to the posted salaryWe will be hiring multiple positionsAt UBC, we believe that attracting and sustaining a diverse workforce is key to the successful pursuit of excellence in research, innovation, and learning for all faculty, staff and students. Our commitment to employment equity helps achieve inclusion and fairness, brings rich diversity to UBC as a workplace, and creates the necessary conditions for a rewarding career.Looking for a career that offers real work-life balance?Join our energetic and passionate team at the UBC Okanagan Child Care Centre! We’re proud to offer a supportive and dynamic workplace culture, competitive pay, and meaningful opportunities for professional growth.

At UBC, we believe in providing more than just a paycheck — we invest in your well-being, development, and future.Why join UBC?Top Employer Recognition: UBC is proud to be one of Canada’s Top 100 EmployersFlexible scheduling – You pick up the shifts that fit your lifeProfessional development funding – We invest in your growthPotential for advantages – Depending on hours workedCareer-building experience – A great opportunity to build meaningful experience that can launch your career in child care and open doors to future opportunities at UBC.Supportive team culture – Be welcomed into a close-knit team that values collaboration, kindness, and laughterBeautiful Learning Environments – Our spaces are warm, engaging and designed to inspire creativity. From nature-based play to sensory exploration, your ideas and teaching style are celebratedWho are you?You bring energy and a welcoming spirit.You build meaningful relationships with children and support their unique strengths and needs.You are excited to join a university community and connect with students, faculty, and staff.You are comfortable working independently and in a collaborative environment.You are organized, patient, and thoughtful, exercising sound judgment in all situations.You approach challenges creatively and positively leading to effective solutions.You are a qualified Early Childhood Educator with current BC ECE certification, current Emergency Child Care First Aid certification, and a clear Criminal Record Check.JOB SUMMARYThis position requires planning and implementing a safe and rich early care and learning environment for the children within a licensed group child care setting in culturally diverse communities. Educators must be able to adapt to diverse approaches and early childhood pedagogies as led by the individual child care programs.ORGANIZATIONAL STATUSEducators work closely with a team of other Early Childhood Educators and receive daily direction from the Senior Early Childhood Educator.

Reports directly to Program Manager. This position works within the policies of UBC Okanagan CCS and in partnership with the Educators and the parents and guardians of the children enrolled in the program.WORK PERFORMEDEngages with the British Columbia Early Learning Framework and collaborates together with the other Educators in constructing a creative and inclusive early care and learning environment,



thus supporting each child’s emerging abilities.Builds a meaningful relationship with all children and maintains an environment respectful of children’s strengths and needsParticipates in all aspects of the program including routines and transitionsModels curiosity and celebration of diversity among the children and families and the cultural groups they representDirectly supervises children using multiple strategies including observation and positive guidance techniquesProtects and respects the rights of children and the determination of appropriate interventions to ensure the protection of those rightsRecognizes, documents and takes appropriate action in the case of suspected abuse, illness or accident, ensuring serious incidences are reported to the appropriate authorities and all required documentation is completedPromotes the health and safety of all children including ensuring safe food practices and routine infectious control practices are followedEngages in reflective practice that includes observation and interpretation of individual children’s activitiesCreates and maintains respectful, meaningful and professional relationships with families that reflect the role of the Educator and honour parents and guardians as the primary caregivers.Accommodates where possible parents'/guardians’ requests for daily care routines within the context of a licensed group care facilityShares information about children's progress and the program with parents/guardiansAttends parent meetingsAttends family functions organized by the Program Manager with the goal of sharing information and supporting community.Advocates for quality child care for individual children and families;Supports families in their attempts to access specialized services that may be required for their childrenKeeps informed of current events in the child care sectorEnsures that information on child care initiatives at UBC Okanagan and in the broader community are available to Educators and parents/guardiansAssists the Senior Early Childhood Educator with compliance requirements:Maintaining and safely storing of recordsEnsuring the program is well maintained in a neat, organized, and safe manner indoors and outdoorsFollowing all UBC Okanagan CCS Program Policies and Procedures and Health and Safety protocolsCreates caring professional relationships with their colleagues that support the success of all team members and the program:Actively taking part in discussions related to program vision, pedagogy, goals and evaluationContributes to staff meeting agendas and attending and participating in staff meetingsUses effective communication and collaboration methods to achieve harmonious relationships with all colleaguesWorks with all team members to provide guidance to studentsOther duties:Engages in reflective practice that includes an evaluation of personal success in achieving UBC Okanagan CCS’ goals of pedagogical direction of the programTakes part in professional development opportunities and setting personal professional goals that support the on-going successes and growth of the team and ProgramProvides guidance to volunteers and studentsMaintains a professional demeanor at all times, addressing any breaches in professional conduct by their team of Educators including but not limited to;Appropriate dress and hygieneLanguage, voice tone and style of communicationRelationships with UBC colleagues, children and parents/guardiansAppropriate division of personal life and professional lifeMaintains and promotes confidentiality and protection of privacy within Child Care ServicesCompletes any other tasks or requests from the Program Manager,



Senior Early Childhood Educator or Associate Director of Child Care ServicesCONSEQUENCE OF ERROR AND IMPACT OF DECISIONS:Lack of attention to safety and emergency procedures and poor communication amongst Educators could result in significant injury to children and/or colleagues.Poor communication with colleagues could lead to dissatisfaction within the child care team that may affect quality of care and successful retention of Educators.Lack of participation in ongoing professional development including the examination of contemporary early childhood practices could impact the quality of the programs and lead to client dissatisfaction. Client dissatisfaction could result in lower enrolment.Poor, inappropriate or negative communications with parents could lead to client dissatisfaction which could result in withdrawal from our services, lower enrolment and subsequently cause damage to University reputation.SUPERVISION RECEIVEDDaily direction is provided by the Senior Early Childhood Educator.

Reports to the Program Manager. Educators participate in yearly evaluation/goal setting with Program Manager and input from the Senior Early Childhood Educator in addition to receiving on-going feedback and coaching.SUPERVISION GIVENMay support, coach and mentor Educators which may include casual Educators, students and/or volunteers as directed by the Senior Early Childhood Educator or Program Manager.QUALIFICATIONSA valid Early Childhood Educator certificate to practice in BC.Educators must;Have the ability to establish and maintain harmonious relations with children, parents and program EducatorsHave a high level of spoken and written English skills sufficient to ensure successful communication with program Educators, children and parents/guardiansDemonstrate excellent listening and communication skillsDemonstrate appropriate language, tone of voice and style of communicationHave the ability to use sound judgement, demonstrate patience and be well organizedDemonstrate the ability to be creative and imaginative and problem solve while staying positiveAdapt to high level of noise and distractions from children.Engage in moderate physical activity involving walking, standing, bending, lifting children, carrying children, room arrangement (moving shelves, tables etc.).Have the ability to function independently, under pressure, while managing emergency situationsRecognize they may be exposed to illness while working with children as well as to challenging behaviours in the center.Have the ability to develop relationships with UBC Okanagan colleagues, children and parents and guardians and be flexible when neededShow evidence of ongoing professional commitment and development to remain current in the ECE fieldHold a current Emergency Child Care First Aid and CPR certificateHave a valid criminal record checkAbout UsWe value each individual and the unique skills and background they bring to our community.

We offer a wide variety of career opportunities and encourage you to explore your true potential in an environment that fosters professional and personal growth.Equity and diversity are essential to academic excellence. An open and diverse community fosters the inclusion of voices that have been underrepresented or discouraged. We encourage applications from members of groups that have been marginalized on any grounds enumerated under the B.C.

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Code, including sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Metis, Inuit, and/or Indigenous person.All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.If you have any accommodation or accessibility needs during the job application process, please contact the Centre for Workplace Accessibility at [email protected].

📌 Early Childhood Educator - Auxiliary (Hourly) (Kelowna)
🏢 The University of British Columbia
📍 Kelowna