ECE Special Needs Teacher
Ministry contracted Special Needs Preschool
Additional Qualifications:
Mandatory Qualifications:
• A valid BC ECE Certificate: please note the ECE Registration Number on your resume
• Special Needs Certification is mandatory
• Current First Aid Certificate and Food Safe Certificate
• Criminal Record Search cleared through the BC Ministry of PS&SG
Required Experience:
The full time position requires someone who has at least one year experience in the ECE field, preferably with experience working in an inclusive setting.
We also have a part-time contracted position starting right away for Tuesday and Thursday mornings. Same credentials required.
Key Responsibilities:
In addition to regular Preschool Teacher duties, such as:
• Supervising, guiding and caring for children at play during daily activities.
• Preparing the classroom before and after each session.
• Working independently and being a strong team player.
• Working with our staff team to provide quality, inclusive programs for our children and families.
Successful candidates will also be expected to:
• Participate in the planning and implementing of activities for children who require extra support.
• Participate in team meetings for these children; represent them and the program at other meetings that may arise.
• Have strong written and verbal communication skills (in English) in order to write individual reports, assessments and plans. (2nd language is an asset)
• Have experience working with Inner City children and children who require extra support.
Salary & Benefits:
Both positions start at $24.78 per hour plus 12% in lieu of benefits plus the $6 WEP
The full time position may have full benefits, sick time, vacation and RRSPs after 6 months, if the position continues for another year.
Additional Notes:
We are always looking for substitute teachers, so if you'd like to join our sub list, please let us know.
Basic Details
- Position Start Date:
- September 1st, 2025
- Position End Date:
- June 26th, 2026
- Position Notes:
- contract may be renewed for next term. Summer hours may be available
- Employment Type:
- Full Time
- Employment Term:
- Temporary
- Hours Per Week:
- 30.5
Contact Information
- Contact Name:
- Andrea Geraghty
- Phone Number:
- 604-713-1827
- Email:
- thunderbird.preschool@vancouver.ca
- Address:
- 2311 Cassiar Street Vancouver, BC V5M 3X3
- Website:
- www.thunderbirdcc.ca/
Application Information
- Application Closing Date:
- April 30th, 2025 (or until filled)
- Application Instructions:
- Email Application, Fax Application
- Other Application Instructions:
604-713-1828