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Join a dynamic innovative child care leadership team. Advance your career in child care.
School Age Program Supervisor II
We are searching for a permanent full-time Program Supervisor to lead and manage our licensed Out of School
Child Care programs at our centres.
You will have strengths in:
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Nurturing, guiding and caring for children 5 to 12 years
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Fostering a strong sense of belonging, inclusion and collaboration
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Creating a welcoming, engaging, flexible play-based learning environment
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Planning, implementing, documenting and evaluating emergent curriculum that reflects the individual and
group interests and needs of children and families with a focus on education, recreation, leadership, arts,
sports, and social justice, and environmental awareness
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Providing for the health, safety and emotional wellbeing of children
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Building and maintaining strong “shared caring” partnerships with families
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Maintaining supportive, collaborative relationships with VSOCC colleagues and community partners.
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Leading teams, supervising school age educators, upholding agency-wide policies/procedures and
licensing regulations
You will have:
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Minimum 3 years experience working in a licensed Out of School child care program
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Minimum 2 years supervisory experience
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Completed a course or a combination of courses, of at least 20 hours duration in child development,
guidance, health and safety or nutrition
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Post secondary training in recreation, education, arts, or related fields preferred
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First Aid & Food Safe training and current certification
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Strong knowledge and awareness of:
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Developmental needs of school age children
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Family engagement strategies and parenting issues within a diverse community
 Knowledge of leadership strategies, group process, facilitation techniques and team building
 Knowledge of supports & resources for families and for children with extra support needs
 Knowledge of broader child care field and its role in the community
 Ability to take initiative, work independently and demonstrate good judgment
 Responsible, reliable, well-organized, flexible, team player who loves learning and innovation
 Functional computer literacy in Word, Excel and Outlook
Your additional assets may include:
 ECE & Special Needs Certificates & Licenses
 A Second Language
Terms of Employment:
Permanent full-time position (37.5 hours per week)
Salary: $24.94 per hour plus benefits
Starting: As soon as possible
Apply by Friday, February 20, 2015 to:
Centre Coordinator
Vancouver Society of Children's Centres
200 - 1362 Seymour Street, Vancouver, BC, V6B 3P3
Fax: 604-718-6565 or Email: [email protected]
* Please include reference #E150220-ERPSSA in your application
This position is open to male and female applicants and is unionized with BCGEU.
We thank all applicants. However, only those candidates to be interviewed will be contacted. No phone calls please.
Join a dynamic and exciting team.
Open yourself to a wealth of opportunities in your career in child care.
Centre Coordinator
VSOCC is searching for a highly skilled individual to join our management team.
Key duties include:
 Overseeing the delivery of a range of licensed programs for children 3 months to 12 years old
 Human Resource Management
 Financial Management
 Parent Engagement and Support
 Facility & Equipment Maintenance
 Public Relations
 Assisting with the overall management of VSOCC
This position requires a responsible, reliable, well-organized, and flexible team player with a strong
commitment to quality services for children and families.
You will have strengths in:
 Administration and management of quality child care, children and family programs
 Implementing agency policies and ensuring the programs meet all legal and licensing requirements
 Leadership and planning
 Supervising and evaluating staff, volunteers and students
 Communication and interactions with families, staff, volunteers, other professionals and agencies
 Creative, innovative and forward thinking
You will have:
 Basic ECE & Infant/Toddler licenses to practice in BC
 Occupational First Aid certification
 Food Safe certificate
 At least 3 years experience managing and supervising multiple child care programs
 Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication
 Demonstrated success in teamwork, leadership and supervision
 Flexibility and ability to function independently
 Experience managing a budget in excess of $300,000
Your additional assets:
 Special Needs certification
 Second Language
 A degree in child and youth care, social work or related field or equivalent education and experience
 Familiarity with or experience in delivery of school age care an asset
Terms of employment:
Permanent full-time (37.5 hours per week)
Competitive salary with excellent benefits
Starting: March 1, 2015
Apply by Tuesday, February 24, 2015 to:
Program Director
Vancouver Society of Children’s Centres
200 – 1362 Seymour Street, Vancouver, B.C. V6B 3P3
Fax: (604) 718-6565 or [email protected]
*Please include reference number #CC150224-WV in your application.
This position is open to male and female applicants.
Join a dynamic and exciting team.
Open yourself to a wealth of opportunities in your career in child care.
Program Supervisor II
We are searching for an experienced full-time Program Supervisor II to lead and manage the Infant/
Toddler programs at our new centre.
You will have strengths in:
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Nurturing, guiding and caring for children

Fostering a strong sense of belonging, inclusion and collaboration

Creating a welcoming, engaging, flexible play-based learning environment

Planning, implementing, documenting and evaluating emergent curriculum that reflects the individual and
group interests and needs of children and families

Providing for the health, safety and emotional wellbeing of children

Building and maintaining strong “shared caring” partnerships with families

Maintaining supportive, collaborative relationships with VSOCC colleagues and community partners.

Leading teams, supervising ECE professionals, upholding agency-wide policies/procedures and
licensing regulations
You will have:
 ECE and Infant/Toddler certification with a valid BC license to practice
 First Aid current certification
 Food Safe certification
 At least 3 years work experience with toddlers & preschoolers in an inclusive, licensed child care setting
 Minimum 2 years supervisory experience
 Well developed interpersonal skills, including excellent oral and written communication
 Strong knowledge and awareness of:
o Child development and use of developmental screening tools
o BC’s Early Learning Framework and an emergent curriculum approach
o Family engagement strategies and parenting issues within a diverse community
 Knowledge of leadership strategies, group process, facilitation techniques and team building
 Knowledge of supports & resources for families and for children with extra support needs
 Knowledge of broader child care field and its role in the community
 Ability to take initiative, work independently and demonstrate good judgment
 Responsible, reliable, well-organized, flexible, team player who loves learning and innovation
 Functional computer literacy in Word, Excel and Outlook
Your additional assets may include:
 Special Needs Certificate & License
 A Second Language
 Post secondary education in related field
Terms of Employment:
Permanent full-time position (37.5 hours per week)
Salary: $24.94 per hour plus benefits
Starting: April 30, 2015
Apply by Tuesday, February 24, 2015 to:
Program Director
Vancouver Society of Children's Centres
200 - 1362 Seymour Street, Vancouver, B.C. V6B 3P3
Fax: 604-718-6565 or Email: [email protected]
*Please include reference #E150224-WVPSIT in your application.
This position is open to male and female applicants.
We thank all applicants. However, only those candidates to be interviewed will be contacted. No phone calls please.
Join a dynamic innovative child care leadership team. Advance your career in child care.
Program Supervisor I
We are searching for a Program Supervisor to lead and manage the 3-5 program at our new centre.
You will have strengths in:
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Nurturing, guiding and caring for children
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Fostering a strong sense of belonging, inclusion and collaboration

Creating a welcoming, engaging, flexible play-based learning environment

Planning, implementing, documenting and evaluating emergent curriculum that reflects the individual and
group interests and needs of children and families

Providing for the health, safety and emotional wellbeing of children

Building and maintaining strong “shared caring” partnerships with families

Maintaining supportive, collaborative relationships with VSOCC colleagues and community partners.

Leading teams, supervising ECE professionals, upholding agency-wide policies/procedures and
licensing regulations
You will have:
 ECE and Infant/Toddler certification with a valid BC license to practice
 First Aid training and current certification
 Food Safe certification
 At least 3 years experience working in a licensed child care with 3-5 year olds in an inclusive, licensed
child care setting
 Minimum 1 year supervisory experience
 Well developed interpersonal skills, including excellent oral and written communication
 Strong knowledge and awareness of:
o Child development and use of developmental screening tools
o BC’s Early Learning Framework and an emergent curriculum approach
o Family engagement strategies and parenting issues within a diverse community
 Knowledge of leadership strategies, group process, facilitation techniques and team building
 Knowledge of supports & resources for families and for children with extra support needs
 Knowledge of broader child care field and its role in the community
 Ability to take initiative, work independently and demonstrate good judgment
 Responsible, reliable, well-organized, flexible, team player who loves learning and innovation
 Functional computer literacy in Word, Excel and Outlook
Your additional assets may include:
 Special Needs certification & license
 A Second language
 Post secondary education in related field
Terms of Employment:
Permanent full-time position (37.5 hours per week)
Salary: $23.71 per hour plus benefits
Starting: April 30, 2015
Apply by Tuesday, February 24, 2015 to:
Program Director
Vancouver Society of Children's Centres
200 - 1362 Seymour Street, Vancouver, BC, V6B 3P3
Fax: 604-718-6565 or Email: [email protected]
*Please include reference #E150224-WVPS35 in your application.
This position is open to male and female applicants.
We thank all applicants. However, only those candidates to be interviewed will be contacted. No phone calls please.
Join a dynamic and exciting team. Open yourself to a wealth of opportunities in your
career in child care.
Early Childhood Educator
We are searching for a permanent full-time Early Childhood Educator for our Infant/Toddler/
3-5 Program at our new centre.
You will have strengths in:
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Planning, implementing and evaluating activities and experiences to meet individual and group
needs of all children and families of a child care program.
Guiding and caring for a group of children ages 3 months to school age.
Encouraging learning and developing positive self-concepts for children.
Ensuring a healthy and safe environment for children.
Effective and cooperative team work and communication.
Maintaining positive and supportive relationships with parents and families.
You will have:
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ECE & Infant/Toddler certification & licenses
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First Aid training and current certification.
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Food Safe certification.
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Minimum 1 year child care experience working with a variety of cultures and family dynamics in
an inclusive child care setting working with infants/toddlers.
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Well developed interpersonal skills, including oral and written communication.
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Strong knowledge and awareness of:
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Age-appropriate programming and developmental needs of children
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Family and parenting issues and needs
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Knowledge of broader child care field and its role in the community
Your additional assets may include:
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Second Language
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Special Needs certificate & license
Terms of Employment:
Salary: $21.29 per hour plus benefits
Permanent full-time position (37.5 hours per week)
Starting: May 7, 2015
Apply by Tuesday, February 24, 2015 to:
Program Director
Vancouver Society of Children’s Centres
200 - 1362 Seymour Street, Vancouver, B.C. V6B 3P3
Fax: 604-718-6565 or Email: [email protected]
* Please include reference #E050224-WVIT35 in your application
This position is open to male and female applicants.
We thank all applicants. However, only those candidates to be interviewed will be contacted. No phone calls please.
Join a dynamic and exciting team.
COOK
If you enjoy being around children, feel comfortable in a kitchen and want part-time regular work in
an energetic and fun environment, this could be the opportunity you are looking for.
We are searching for a permanent part-time cook for our new children’s centre to prepare simple pre-set
menus for our food program. In addition to food prep, this position will be responsible for general kitchen
clean up.
You are able to:
 Prepare meals for groups of 35 to 60 children
 Wash and sanitize lunch and snack dishes
 Use knives and other basic home kitchen equipment
 Follow recipes and uses basic math skills to determine quantities needed
 Maintain inventory and order food from suppliers
 Communicate professionally and effectively
 Work effectively within a team
 Work independently
 Keep a tidy, organized and efficient kitchen by washing and sanitizing equipment, supplies, work
surfaces and cupboards
 Enjoy cooking for children in a busy atmosphere
You will have:
 High school diploma
 Food Safe certification 1
 Occupational First Aid level 1
 Clear criminal record check
 ECE certification and license an asset
 Some experience cooking complete meals for groups, Culinary experience
Your additional assets may include:
 Courses in nutrition, food preparation, and storage
 Courses in sanitation and hygiene practices
 Experience working with / around children
Terms of Employment:
Salary: $17.48 per hour plus benefits
Permanent part-time position: 4 hours per day (Mon – Fri; approx. 9:00 am – 1:00 pm)
Starting: May 22, 2015
Apply by Tuesday, February 24, 2015 to:
Program Director
Vancouver Society of Children’s Centres
200 - 1362 Seymour Street, Vancouver, BC, V6B 3P3
Fax: 604-718-6565 or Email: [email protected]
* Please include reference #CK150224-WV in your application
This position is open to male and female applicants.
We thank all applicants. However, only those candidates to be interviewed will be contacted.
No phone calls please.
Join a dynamic and exciting team.
Open yourself to a wealth of opportunities in your career in child care.
School Age Child Educator
We are searching for a temporary School Age Child Educator for our Out of School Program at one of
our centres.
You will have strengths in:
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Planning, implementing and evaluating activities and experiences to meet individual and group
needs of all children and families in an out of school program.

Planning and implementing programming which focuses on education, recreation, leadership,
fine arts, sports, environmental awareness, and civic engagement.

Guiding and caring for a group of children ages 5 years to 12 years.

Encouraging learning and developing positive self-concepts for children.

Ensuring a healthy and safe environment for children and their families

Effective and cooperative team work and communication.

Maintaining positive and supportive relationships with parents and teachers.
You will have:
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Completed grade 12 and be at least 19 years of age.
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Completed a course or a combination of courses, of at least 20 hours duration in child
development, guidance, health and safety or nutrition.
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Post secondary training in social work, recreation, education, arts or related fields preferred
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First Aid and Food Safe training and certification
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Minimum six months experience working in a similar environment
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Experience working with a variety of cultures and family dynamics
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Well developed interpersonal skills, including oral and written communication
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Excellent teaching skills
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Strong knowledge and skills in planning and implementing activities for school age children
Your additional assets may include:
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School Age Child Care and/or ECE certification
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Current class 4 driver’s license
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A second language
Terms of Employment:
Salary: $19.38 per hour plus benefits
Temporary part-time position: 4 hours per day during school year; 7.5 hours per day during Winter
and Spring breaks and on Professional Development days
This is a support position and is only active as long as we have funding.
Start date: As soon as possible
Apply by Tuesday, February 24, 2015 to:
Centre Coordinator
Vancouver Society of Children’s Centres
200 - 1362 Seymour Street, Vancouver, BC, V6B 3P3
Fax: 604-718-6565 | Email: [email protected]
* Please include reference #E150224-ERSA in your application.
This position is open to male and female applicants and is unionized with BCGEU.
We thank all applicants. However, only those candidates to be interviewed will be contacted. No phone calls please.
Vancouver Society of Children’s Centres
Employment Opportunity
Join our “ON-CALL” Casual Staff Team
“On-Call” casual employment with VSOCC offers: a chance to gain
valuable work experience in 30 licensed child care programs, increased
opportunities to be considered for permanent positions, flexible part-time
work while you are in school, ongoing professional development… Over
50% of VSOCC’s regular staff started with us as part of our dynamic
“casual team”!
“On-Call” staff are scheduled when our regular staff are away on vacation
or on leave. Every day, VSOCC needs 15 - 30 casual staff in our:
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Licensed Infant, Toddler, 3-5 group daycare, Preschool, and Junior K programs
Licensed Before and After School programs
You will have:
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Completed Grade 12 and be at least 19 years of age.
ECE Certification or ECE Assistants actively in training.
Basic First Aid training and certification
Training and experience in children’s programs, recreation, teaching, or in a related
field.
Good knowledge and understanding of age-appropriate programming and
developmental needs of children
Good knowledge and awareness of BC’s ELF and emergent curriculum.
Experience working with a diverse population of children and their families.
Initiative, creativity, and enjoy change
Good communication skills
Strong team player
Terms of Employment:
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Salary: $16.77 per hour + 8.2% of salary in lieu of vacation and stat. holidays
Application forms are available on our website (www.vsocc.org), at our
administration office (200 - 1362 Seymour Street), or call our office (604718-6555) for a fax or e-mail copy at [email protected].
Please send your application to us.
Join a dynamic and exciting team. Open yourself to a wealth of opportunities for your career in child care.
This position is open to male and female applicants and is unionized by the BCGEU.