ON-CALL Substitute Child Care Worker

We are located on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh)

We are seeking flexible, fun, substitute preschool teachers and after school care leaders for casual positions with the Community Centre Associations, which oversee the child care programs in Community Centres across Vancouver.

Required Experience:

• Previous experience in a Licensed child care program, or similar children’s recreation program.

• Knowledge of early childhood education principles and practices

• Ability to work with children of different ages and abilities

• Proficiency in English, with the ability to communicate effectively with students, parents, and staff

• Special education experience or training is a plus

• Strong leadership and organizational skills

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide quality care for children aged 3-12 yrs in licensed child care programs.

• Ensure a healthy, safe and stimulating environment

• Plan & implement age-appropriate programming under the direction of program staff

• Provide guidance to children as a positive role model

• Maintain a professional relationship with parents and families

• Contribute to the overall operation of the program

• Ensure the requirements and policies set out by licensing are met.

Salary & Benefits:

$18 - $21 per hour*

*Wages vary depending on the Centre. You will be required to sign a contract for each site.

Additional Notes:

This is the ideal position for students who are completing their education in a field related to children, candidates that enjoy the freedom of setting their own work schedule, and candidates looking to supplement their current employment.

This is a casual part time position. Shifts in the preschool programs generally fall between 9am-3pm. Shifts in out of school care programs generally fall between 7:30am-9am, and 2:00-6:00pm. On school holidays, non-instructional days and during the summer holidays, there may be opportunities for full day shifts.

Selected candidates will be added to a staff list shared between the centres. This position may lead to regular, permanent positions for interested candidates.