Program Assistant III – Community Facilitator, Child Care

City of Vancouver

Child Care Program Assistant III supporting early learning programs in Vancouver. Building collaborative relationships to enhance children's learning and educator capacity.

Posted 7/23/2026full-timeVancouver • 🇨🇦 CanadaJuniorMid-Level💰 CA$32 - CA$38 per hourWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in early childhood education, curriculum development, and inclusive practices, with a strong focus on coaching and mentoring educators. Proven ability to build collaborative relationships with families and community organizations while supporting the implementation of the BC Early Learning Framework.

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ECE DiplomaCoaching And Mentoring EducatorsBC Early Learning FrameworkProject CoordinationCommunity Resource Knowledge

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Hard Skills

Curriculum DevelopmentReflective PracticeInclusion PracticesProfessional Learning FacilitationWorkshop Development

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsTime ManagementVerbal CommunicationWritten Communication

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office Suite

Certifications & Qualifications

Special Needs CertificationInfant Toddler Certification

Industry Keywords

Child Care LegislationIndigenous CommunitiesSocial Non-Profit SectorFamily Support ServicesCommunity Engagement

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide pedagogical leadership by coaching and mentoring educators in curriculum development, reflective practice, pedagogical documentation, and implementation of the BC Early Learning Framework.
Build and maintain collaborative relationships with families, schools, Indigenous organizations, community agencies, Supported Child Development, and other service providers to strengthen integrated supports for children and families.
Support educators and families in accessing community resources, inclusion services, and early intervention supports through a relationship-based approach.
Coordinate and facilitate professional learning opportunities, workshops, communities of practice, and educational resources that strengthen educator capacity and continuous learning.
Support inclusive practices by collaborating with educators, families, and community professionals to develop responsive strategies that promote the participation and well-being of all children.
Coordinate practicum placements, mentor student educators, and support recruitment, onboarding, and orientation of new employees.
Develop and maintain partnerships that strengthen family engagement, community connections, and coordinated service delivery across Britannia Child Care programs.
Participate in departmental initiatives including strategic planning, grant implementation and reporting, quality improvement, and the development of resources and communications for families and educators.
Promote a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement that reflects current research, emerging practices, and the values of the BC Early Learning Framework.
Supports the production of promotional website content, materials and media posts.

Requirements

What you’ll need

ECE Diploma
An asset to have Special Needs and Infant Toddler Certifications
Minimum 2 years’ experience working with children and families.
One year administration experience
Experience working with Indigenous communities and the social non-profit sector is strongly preferred.
Experience with coaching and mentoring educators in pedagogical curriculum.
Comprehensive knowledge of the BC Early Learning Framework, early childhood education, curriculum development, inclusion practices, and current sector initiatives.
Knowledge of Provincial and Federal child care legislation, funding, and licensing requirements.
Considerable knowledge of the Grandview-Woodland community, family support services, and community resources.
Demonstrated ability to coach and mentor educators through reflective practice, professional learning, and curriculum development.
Strong project coordination, facilitation, organizational, and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to develop workshops, presentations, reports, and educational resources.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint).

Benefits

Comp & perks

Provincial ECE Wage Enhancement for successful candidates certified with the ECE Registry