Early Childhood Education (ECE) Program Coordinator
Stó:lō Service Agency (SSA) requires the services of a qualified Early Childhood Education (ECE) Program Coordinator to fill a vacancy with the À:lmèlhàwtxw Early Education Centre in the Health Services Department. Pursuant to section 41 of the BC Human Rights Code, preference may be given to applicants of Aboriginal ancestry. Please self-identify on your cover letter or resume.
The ECE Program Coordinator promotes supportive and encouraging collaboration among team members to ensure the effective delivery of programs and services. This role involves overseeing program and curriculum development, ensuring implementation of activities, compliance with health, safety, and licensing standards, and maintaining effective communication with staff.
This position will report to the Early Childhood Development (ECD) Supervisor and will work out of the Chilliwack office.
QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:
- Valid and active Early Childhood Educator (ECE) Certificate recognized in British Columbia (ECE Registry).
- Infant/Toddler Educator (ITE) Certificate recognized in British Columbia (ECE Registry).
- Minimum of two (2) years of progressive responsibility in a licensed Early Learning Centre (e.g., lead educator or senior educator role).
- Minimum of three (3) years’ experience working in a licensed childcare setting with children aged 0–6 years.
- Working knowledge of the Community Care and Assisted Living Act and Child Care Licensing Regulations, with experience supporting licensing compliance.
- Strong knowledge of the First Peoples Principles of Learning.
- Demonstrated understanding of child development (mental, physical, social, emotional, and spiritual) and developmentally appropriate practice.
- Proficiency with Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, Outlook) and ability to maintain accurate records and reports.
- Valid Emergency Child Care First Aid Certificate.
- Must adhere to the confidentiality guidelines of all records, materials and communications concerning clients, staff, and SSA.
Successful candidates will be required to provide the following if screened in for an interview:
- Proof of education documentation and current Registration.
- Professional references: Names and email addresses of two references.
- Must hold and maintain a valid Class 5 BC Drivers’ License.
- Must successfully pass the required pre-employment Ministry of Justice Criminal records Check.
SALARY RANGE: $36.00-$41.00 based on qualifications/experience.
TYPE OF POSITION: Full-time with benefits, subject to 3-month probationary period and planned performance evaluations.
APPLICATIONS DEADLINE: July 14, 2026.
Candidates will be screened according to the qualifications/requirements. Interested candidates are required to submit a resume and cover letter. Please include position title on subject line. As this is an Interdepartmental/Internal job posting, all applicants must meet the posting criteria. Send to:
Stó:lō Service Agency Human Resources Department
Bldg. 8A, floor 1 - 7201 Vedder Road
Chilliwack, BC, V2R 4G5
Email: [email protected]
For more information about this and other employment opportunities, visit www.stolonation.bc.com
We regret that we will only respond to those applicants chosen for an interview. We thank all applicants for their interest.
Pay: $36.00-$41.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site gym
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Store discount
- Vision care
- Wellness program
Work Location: In person
