Part-Time Early Childhood Educator (ECE)

Job Type: Part-Time (with the possibility of transitioning to full-time)

Hours: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM, Monday to Friday

Wage: $26–$28 per hour (including the Wage Enhancement)

Anticipated Start Date: September 2026 (subject to licensing approval and confirmation of the final opening date)

About St. Peter’s Childcare

St. Peter’s Childcare is a Catholic faith-based childcare program located at St. Peter’s Parish in New Westminster, BC.

We provide a warm, inclusive, and nurturing environment where every child feels safe, valued, and supported. Guided by the BC Early Learning Framework and Catholic values, our play-based program encourages children to learn through exploration, meaningful relationships, and hands-on experiences.

We are looking for a caring, dependable, and enthusiastic Early Childhood Educator (ECE) to join our team.

Position Overview The Early Childhood Educator will work collaboratively with the Childcare Manager and other educators to provide a protected, nurturing, play-based, and faith-filled learning environment for children.

Responsibilities

- Provide attentive care and supervision throughout the daily program
- Build positive, responsive, and respectful relationships with children
- Plan and facilitate developmentally appropriate, play-based learning experiences
- Support children's social-emotional development and positive peer interactions
- Assist with daily routines, transitions, outdoor activities, and neighbourhood walks
- Maintain a safe, clean, organized, and welcoming childcare environment
- Follow BC childcare licensing requirements and centre health and safety procedures
- Communicate professionally and respectfully with families and colleagues
- Work collaboratively with the childcare team
- Respect and support the Catholic values and philosophy of St. Peter’s Childcare





Required Qualifications
- Valid BC Early Childhood Educator (ECE) Certificate
- Current First Aid Certificate appropriate for childcare
- Ability to complete a satisfactory Criminal Record Check
- Knowledge of child development and play-based learning
- Familiarity with the BC Early Learning Framework
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Caring, patient, dependable, and professional
- Legally entitled to work in Canada without employer sponsorship

Important Eligibility Information A full BC Early Childhood Educator (ECE) Certificate is required. Applicants who hold only an ECEA (Early Childhood Educator Assistant) Certificate will not be considered for this position.

St. Peter’s Childcare is unable to provide LMIA, work permit, or visa/immigration sponsorship. Applicants must already be legally authorized to work in Canada without employer sponsorship.

Assets

- Previous experience working in a licensed group childcare setting
- Experience working with children aged 30 months to school age
- Experience supporting children with diverse abilities and needs
- Knowledge of inclusive childcare practices
- Experience working in a Catholic or faith-based environment

Please apply through Indeed with your current resume.

Candidates selected to move forward in the hiring process may be asked to provide additional documentation, including:

- Valid BC ECE Certificate
- Proof of eligibility to work in Canada
- Baptism Certificate, if applicable

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Pay: $26.00-$28.00 per hour

Application question(s)

- Do you have a Valid BC ECE License? (ECEA not eligible)
- Are you legally authorized to work in Canada?
- How many years of licensed childcare experience do you have?
- Have you been baptized in the Catholic Church? (Optional)

Work Location: In person

📌 Early Childhood Educator Part time (New Westminster)
🏢 St. Peter's Childcare
📍 New Westminster