School Age Educator

**Alex House**

**INTERNAL/EXTERNAL JOB POSTING**

**School Age Educator**

With respect, Alex House operates on the stolen land of the Coast Salish Nations,

the Semiahma (Semiahmoo), qicəy (Katzie), and qʼʷa:nƛʼən (Kwantlen) Nations

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Alex House, as a neighbourhood house, takes an assets-based approach to working in community, understanding the potential of each individual to contribute to the wellness of our shared community, regardless of what brings them through our doors for the very first time.

Due to expansion, we are seeking a caring, mindful, passionate, and collaborative individual for the role of**:School Age Educator**

Alex House is deeply committed to decolonizing our approach, looking at all of our work through a decolonizing lens.

Our team is supportive, caring and collaborative we are committed to providing childcare programs where children are valued for their wonder and curiosity, their unique perspectives, their ability to play, and their capacity for meaningful work. We are inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach to learning alongside the First Peoples Principles of Learning, the BC Early Learning Framework. At Alex House we look at coupling the principles from these approaches to learn through the delight in children, understand the value of play, their vision, knowledge, skills and have a strong commitment to families.

**Key Duties and Responsibilities**:
Our **School Age Educator**will work to collaborate with a team of School Age and/or Early Childhood Educators to plan, develop and deliver daily activities, that support and promote the health and development of children 4.5-12 years of age, using the Reggio Emilia approach to learning alongside the BC Early Learning Framework. Other responsibilities include developing strong relationships and communication with children, families and colleagues, and implementing high standards of care and supervision that promote the well-being of all children. School Age Programs are provided at a variety of locations such as childcare facilities, schools and community centres, generally before and after school hours (7:30-9:00 and 2:00 - 5:30 PM) and extended programming will be required for any school closure days. Additional hours maybe available in child care programs. And other related duties as required.

**Qualifications Required**:

- At least 19 years of age
- ECE an asset. Or a successful completion of one or more courses of at least 20 hours duration in child development, guidance, health and safety or nutrition
- First Aid certificate
- Experience working with children (5 - 12 years of age) including those children requiring support
- Understanding and/or willingness to learn and implement the Reggio Emilia approach to learning
- Strength in creating and maintaining a supportive and collaborative partnership with families
- Creativity, flexibility, initiative, enthusiasm and sense of humor
- Passion for on-going professional growth and development
- Planning, organizational, and communication skills
- Proven sound judgement, ethical decision making, ability to stay calm under pressure and appropriate personal and professional boundaries
- Class 5 an asset
- Willing to take Class 4

This is a regular, part-time, 25-hour position**-*full day shifts on pro-d day and school breaks-with potential of additional hours, with an annual hiring range: -$21.74-$25.25 (ANHBC Band-C1-C2)**Closing**date**: November 07, 2025,**Start Date*: November 10, 2025

We thank and acknowledge all applicants and will proactively contact those selected for interviews.

**No phone calls please.**

**Job Types**: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $21.74-$25.25 per hour

Expected hours: 25 per week

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Mileage reimbursement
- On-site childcare
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care
- Wellness program

Work Location: In person