Childcare Worker (ECEA or ECE)

The District of Tofino is looking for a qualified candidate to fill the part-time position of Childcare Worker.

Reporting to the Daycare Supervisor, the Child Care Worker assists in the day-to-day operation of the Community Children’s Centre (the Centre). The wage schedule for this position is dependent on the certification level of applicant. Childcare Worker I possesses an Early Childhood Education Assistant (ECEA) certificate. Childcare Worker II possesses an Early Childhood Educator (ECE) certificate.

A detailed job description outlining the duties and qualifications is available on the District’s website at www.tofino.ca/employment

Qualifications:

Basic ECE

Additional Qualifications:

Education resources are available to help support ECE studies for anyone who is already an ECEA , or anyone who is training to achieve their ECEA certification.  

An employee who meets the qualifications of a Childcare Worker II position with an active ECE certificate is eligible for the Early Childhood Educator – Wage Enhancement program through the District of Tofino’s participation in the Child Care Operating Funding program offered by the Province of British Columbia.

Salary & Benefits:

This is a permanent, part-time position based on 17.5+ hours per week, located within the District of Tofino. Regular workday hours are between the hours of 8:00am and 5:00pm, Monday through Friday. Schedules will be discussed and confirmed in advance. The regular hourly wage is $24.53 (ECEA) - $26.00 (ECE).

This position is subject to a probationary period during which time the wage will be $22.08 (ECEA) - 23.40 (ECE).  The position offers a full range of benefits and is subject to the terms and conditions of the collective agreement between CUPE Local 118 and the District of Tofino.