START DATE: September 2025

SCHEDULE: Mon-Fri, 8:30am - 3:00pm

ABOUT US

Sir James Douglas Out of School Club (SJD OSC) is a child care provider proudly serving children and families in Victoria, BC for over 30 years. We offer before- and after-school care (K - Grade 5), Preschool, Jr. Kindergarten and Spring/Summer Camps out of our facility at Sir James Douglas Elementary.
At SJD OSC, our mission is to provide high-quality, inclusive early learning and child care programs that foster a deep sense of belonging, well-being, and growth for every child and family.

JOIN OUR TEAM OF PASSIONATE EDUCATORS

Our Early Years team is looking for a passionateEarly Childhood Educator (ECE) to guide and implement intentional, play-based learning in our Preschool and Jr. Kindie programs. Youll play a vital role in planning and delivering learning opportunities, supporting childrens development, and building strong relationships with families and colleagues.

Working in partnership with a team of three other Educators/Assistant Educators you will plan, organize and facilitate fun and inclusive programming for 18 children 2.5-3.5 years old that follows the BC Early Learning Framework and is licensing compliant.
This position is for the 2025/2026 school year. The position will begin in September 2025.

WHAT YOULL BE DOING

Program Delivery

• Maintain consistent program delivery while introducing creative, age-appropriate and engaging lessons, projects, and activities based off the evolving interests of the children enrolled.
• Facilitate engaging daily circle-times with songs, stories, and games.

Classroom Management

• Manage classroom challenges and proactively guide positive behaviour using program guidance strategies.
• Foster a safe, respectful, and inclusive classroom environment.

Individualized Learning Support

• Observe and assess each childs development, adapting guidance strategies to meet their unique needs.
• Provide one-on-one support to help each child thrive.

Monitoring & Documentation

• Use the Lillio app to document observations, weekly photos, and monthly developmental summaries for each child.
• Track curriculum progress and effectively communicate updates to parents.

Family Communication

• Maintain open and regular communication with families in-person and through Lillio about their childs progress, classroom activities, and any concerns.
• Create monthly newsletters and activity calendars.

Health & Safety

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe learning environment.
• Carefully follow program policies and child care licensing regulations to ensure the well-being of all children and staff.

Professional Development

• Participate in professional development opportunities regularly to stay current with best practices.
• Co-lead bi-monthly Community of Practice meetings with fellow educators to promote a culture of learning and reflection with the broader team.
  

QUALIFICATIONS

• 19+ years of age
• Valid ECE certification (Special Needs specialization preferred)
• Clear criminal record check
• First Aid & CPR Level C (have or be willing to obtain)
• Be able to provide two professional references
• Ideally has 2+ years of experience in a licensed child care setting
  

YOURE SOMEONE WHO

• Brings warmth, energy, professionalism and a can-do attitude into the classroom
• Communicates clearly and effectively with both children and adults
• Is playful, friendly, and thrives in a team environment
• Can confidently navigate challenging behaviours
• Has a genuine love for early learning and inclusive practices
• Stays calm and focused in dynamic situations
  
• Feels confident in a structured and licensed program environment

PERKS & BENEFITS

Working directly with children, youll have an opportunity to make a real impact in their daily lives. It can be a difficult, but rewarding job where youll get to make a genuine difference. Youll join a fun, passionate and supportive team of other child care professionals. Were a social bunch, who love to celebrate our successes and hard work by hosting staff events like sports games, movie nights, BBQs and more.

• Extended health benefits
• Two weeks paid vacation in December
• 5 paid sick days and 2 additional wellness days
• Enhanced Ratio (4 educators to 18 children)
• 1.5 hours planning/ reset time daily (off the floor)
• Regular staff appreciation (gifts, coffee, snacks, lunches, etc.)
• Professional development opportunities

You can learn more about our programs at www.sjdosc.com.