Senior Early Childhood Educator (Infant Toddler)

About the role

Join BGC Okanagan as an Early Childhood Educator (Infant Toddler). This full‑time senior position supports the newly opened Summerland Club’s Early Years program, providing developmentally appropriate care and learning for infants and toddlers.

Key responsibilities

• Welcome children and families, ensure enrolment paperwork, medical, dietary and emergency information complies with licensing requirements.
• Plan, deliver and evaluate age‑appropriate activities, creating daily schedules that balance indoor/outdoor, active/quiet and individual/group experiences.
• Identify each child’s abilities and interests, develop individualized curriculum, and coordinate referrals to specialists such as therapists and speech pathologists.
• Maintain records, care plans and progress reports, including documentation for children with disabilities.
• Provide daily physical care (diapering, toileting, feeding) and administer first aid or medication according to policy.
• Ensure a safe, healthy, culturally responsive environment by identifying and removing hazards.
• Communicate regularly with parents/guardians about child development and involve them in program planning.

Required profile

• Early Childhood Education Certificate with Infant‑Toddler specialization.
• Minimum two years recent related experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Successful completion of agency screening, including a clear criminal record check.

What we offer

• A positive, supportive team culture where contributions are valued.
• Ongoing paid professional development to advance your career.
• Childcare discounts for your family.
• Paid sick leave and vacation.
• A comprehensive benefits plan.