Early Childhood Education (ECE) Program Coordinator (Internal/ External)

Stó:lō Service Agency - Human Resource Office

Job Description

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.

Application Instructions

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: jobs@stolonation.bc.ca

$36.00/hourType: Infant or ToddlerQualifications: Infant / ToddlerFull TimePermanent

Application Deadline
2026-07-14

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As of September 1, 2018, the Affordable Child Care Benefit has replaces the Child Care Subsidy. The new funding will help families with the cost of child care, depending on factors like family size, type of care and household income.

The Affordable Child Care Benefit replaces the current Child Care Subsidy on the basis of amendments made to the Child Care Subsidy Regulation.

Parents may be eligible if they…

  • Are a resident of B.C.
  • Are a Canadian citizen, a permanent resident of Canada, a Convention refugee or a person in need of protection
  • Demonstrate financial eligibility. Generally speaking, families that earn up to $111,000 may qualify for funding.
  • Are using an eligible type of child care. Most types of child care are eligible. (licensed group, family or preschool; license-not-required or registered license-not-required; in child’s own home). Child care by a family member who lives with you and licensed occasional child care are not eligible for funding.
  • Working or self-employed
  • Attending school
  • Participating in an employment program
  • Looking for work (only one parent or guardian)
  • Living with a medical condition
  • Have child care recommended by the Ministry of Education and Child Care (MECC)

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