ECE & Out-of-School Care Team Lead

ECE & Out-of-School Care Team Lead

Position Type: Full-time hybrid role – 40hrs/week 

Location:  Fernwood Neighbourhood House, 1240 Gladstone Avenue, Victoria, BC & 1180 Queens Ave Fiddleheads location

Hours: Permanent, full-time position, Monday-Friday. Scheduled shifts may fall between 7:15 am - 5:30 pm. 

Reports to:  Early years Manager, OSC Manager and ultimately the Director of Childcare

Hourly Rate: ECE Certification: $29.00 hourly ($23.00 + $6 ECEWE)

*the ECEWE ($6) is separate from your base wage as it is offered directly from the provincial government. If the program is cancelled or Fernwood NH is unable to participate, your total wage will be your base wage. 

About Fernwood Neighbourhood House (FNH)  

Fernwood Neighbourhood House (FNH) is a vibrant, multi-service organization working on the unceded ləkʔəŋən (Lekwungen) lands in Victoria, BC. We’re dedicated to fostering an inclusive, resilient, and connected community by providing a wide range of programs for all ages, from childcare and family support to food security initiatives, intergenerational programs, and community events that celebrate our diverse neighborhood. Our work prioritizes equity, centers the voices of marginalized and racialized people, and aims to create a welcoming environment for everyone who calls Fernwood home.

Position Overview

This is a hybrid full-time position with combined responsibilities in our 3–5-year-old childcare program and our Out-of-School Care (OSC) program for school-aged children. In the morning, you will serve as an Early Childhood Educator (ECE) in our 3–5 program, providing nurturing, play-based care for children age group 3-5. In the afternoon, you will transition into the Team Lead role in the Out of School Care program (OSC) For Children in Kindergarten and Grade 1, providing leadership and oversight to staff, children, and programming.

This position is ideal for an educator who is passionate about both early childhood and school-age care and who thrives in a leadership capacity in the latter part of the day.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, implement, and assess developmentally appropriate, play-based activities. 
• Maintain a balanced daily schedule with active/quiet, indoor/outdoor, and individual/group experiences. 
• Support children's social-emotional development by identifying and labeling emotions. 
• Use observations to expand play and adapt activities to individual needs. 
• Implement the Early Learning Framework in programming. 
• Lead daily programming for school-aged children (5–11 years)
• Provide direct supervision and mentorship to OSC team members
• Foster positive behaviour guidance through redirection, positive reinforcement, and clear expectations. 
• Set reasonable behaviour expectations aligned with the centre’s philosophy and policies. 
• Address unsafe behaviours respectfully and support self-regulation. 
• Ensure children's well-being through active supervision and a safe, clean environment. 
• Follow health protocols, including diapering, toileting, and eating routines. 
• Administer medications when needed and maintain accurate health records. 
• Report all accidents, injuries, and illnesses following centre procedures and government regulations. 
• Release children only to authorized individuals. 
• Create and maintain inclusive, engaging and emergent learning spaces. 
• Encourage and support self-help skills and meaningful interactions with children. 
• Assist with cleaning, sanitizing, and organizing materials and spaces. 
• Build positive relationships professional with families, children, and coworkers. 
• Share daily updates with families and contribute to team discussions. 
• Follow licensing requirements and centre policies. 
• Maintain professionalism, and confidentiality in all interactions. 
• Attend staff meetings, maintain punctuality, carry out assigned responsibilities and other duties as needed. 

Working Conditions 

• Ability to lift and move chairs, cots, mats, etc. (up to 30lbs). 
• Ability to work positively in a busy and loud environment. 
• Ability to work outside in a variety of weather conditions. 
• Ability to stand for long periods of time, run occasionally, crouch and bend frequently. 

Qualifications

Required:

• Valid BC ECE certification is a must.
• Experience working with children ages 3–11.
• Valid First Aid with CPR-C
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a strong family centred lens. 
• Familiarity with the BC Early Learning Framework and School Age Care standards
• Ability to problem-solve, prioritize tasks, and take initiative. 
• An understanding of and commitment to the importance of client confidentiality. 
• Demonstrated ability to follow instructions, take initiative in completing assigned tasks, and remain accountable for actions, outcomes, and work quality. 
• Professional, adaptable, and responsive, with a proactive to work and collaboration. 

Other Requirements  

Candidates who progress through our selection process will be required to provide the following before an employment agreement is finalized.  

• Must provide a record of immunization status for childcare licensing. 
• Must provide two professional references.   
• All employees within Fernwood NRG require a Vulnerable Sector Criminal Record Check upon being hired.

Assets:

• Leadership or supervisory experience in licensed childcare or OSC
• Experience working in shared or multi-use childcare environments.
• Additional training in conflict resolution, team leadership, or child development
• Multilingual or culturally diverse lived experience

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From $23.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Disability insurance
• Extended health care
• On-site childcare
• Paid time off
• Vision care

Work Location: In person