On-Call Child Care Program Leaders and Early Childhood Educators – South Okanagan

Quick Facts

• Positions Available: Program Leaders, Early Childhood Educator Assistants (ECEAs), and Early Childhood Educators (ECEs)
• Compensation: Starting at $18.25 per hour for Program Leaders, with additional compensation applicable for qualified ECEA and ECE positions
• Benefits: Flexible work schedule and professional development opportunities
• Reporting to: Child Care Manager
• Team: YMCA Child Care educators and program leaders
• Location: Penticton, supporting programs at Queens Park Elementary and Uplands Elementary
• Schedule: On-call, Monday to Friday, with shifts available between 6:30 a.m. and 6:00 p.m.

Why This Role Matters

Our on-call Child Care team plays an important role in helping us provide consistent, high-quality programs for children and families. By stepping in where support is needed, you help ensure children continue to have safe, engaging, and positive experiences.

Working across our Penticton programs also gives you the opportunity to gain experience with different age groups, build relationships with multiple teams, and develop your skills in a supportive YMCA environment.

What You Will Do

Depending on your qualifications and the program you are supporting, you will:

• Support the delivery of safe, engaging, and high-quality child care programs.
• Assist in planning and delivering play-based programming aligned with YMCA values.
• Maintain appropriate supervision and ensure licensing, health, and safety requirements are followed.
• Build positive and meaningful relationships with children, families, and colleagues.
• Engage with children as a play partner, learning supporter, and homework helper where appropriate.
• Support activities including literacy, math, science, creative play, physical activity, and team-building.
• Encourage positive, inclusive, and respectful interactions among children.
• Adapt to the routines and needs of different YMCA Child Care programs and age groups.
• Collaborate with educators and program leaders to create welcoming environments where children can learn, grow, and belong.
• Participate in YMCA community initiatives and programs.

What You Bring

We are hiring candidates with a variety of child care qualifications and experience.

Program Leader

• Must be at least 19 years of age in accordance with provincial licensing requirements.
• Minimum 20 hours of relevant training in child development, health, safety, or guidance, such as a Responsible Adult Certificate.
• Valid First Aid Certificate with CPR Level B or C.
• A positive and enthusiastic approach to working with children.

Early Childhood Educator Assistant (ECEA)

• Valid ECEA certification recognized in British Columbia.
• Valid First Aid Certificate with CPR Level B or C.
• Passion for supporting children's learning, development, and well-being.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with Early Childhood Educators and other members of the Child Care team.

Early Childhood Educator (ECE)

• Valid Early Childhood Educator certification recognized in British Columbia.
• Valid First Aid Certificate with CPR Level B or C.
• Knowledge of child development and developmentally appropriate programming.
• Ability to plan and support engaging, child-centred learning experiences.

For All Positions

• Reliable transportation.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Flexibility and adaptability to work with different programs, age groups, and teams.
• A collaborative and dependable approach to supporting children and colleagues.
• Valid Class 4 driver's licence is considered an asset.

Who You Are

• Committed to the YMCA's mission, vision, and values.
• Caring, energetic, and enthusiastic about working with children.
• Flexible, adaptable, and dependable.
• Comfortable working with different teams and age groups.
• Service-oriented and focused on creating positive experiences for children and families.
• A strong relationship-builder and communicator.
• A collaborative team member who contributes positively wherever support is needed.

Why Join Us

An on-call position with the YMCA is a great opportunity to build your experience in child care while maintaining flexibility in your schedule.

You'll have the opportunity to:

• Be part of a dynamic, supportive, and growing Child Care team.
• Gain experience across our Penticton child care programs.
• Work with different age groups and alongside experienced educators.
• Develop your skills and experience in the early learning and child care field.
• Make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families.
• Enjoy flexible shifts that support work-life balance.
• Access professional development opportunities within the YMCA.

Additional Requirements

• Three professional references.
• Satisfactory Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Search.
• Completion of required YMCA training and onboarding.
• Ability to work at Queens Park Elementary and Uplands Elementary based on program and staffing needs.

The YMCA of Southern Interior BC is an equity employer and encourages applications from all individuals who may contribute to the diversity of our workplace. This includes persons with diverse abilities, persons of colour and ethnicity, Indigenous persons (First Nations, Métis, and Inuit), and people of all sexual orientations and genders.