Early Childhood Educator

Aberdeen Hall Preparatory School

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Employment Type

Full Time

Hours Per Week

Type Of Child Care

Preschool

Position Start

August 31st, 2026

Are you interested in joining a great school community and working with a team of awesome people who are passionate about the exciting world of education?

Who are we?

Over the past 21 years, Aberdeen Hall has become a top-level independent school that provides excellent academics and a strong character education to our diverse student population of 700+ Preschool to Grade 12 children.

We have an opportunity in September 2026 in our Preschool for an Early Childhood Educator (ECE).

We welcome applicants who, like us, embrace the core values of resilience, responsibility, integrity, optimism, curiosity, and kindness. You are also known to be innovative, progressive, adaptable, and passionate about raising the next generation to lead meaningful lives as contributing citizens to their communities.

What makes us different?

Working at Aberdeen Hall is far from the status quo. We are a forward-thinking school that believes in rewarding our employees and putting our people first. We are grateful for our community-spirited culture, and we continuously nurture it to ensure our team feels valued every single day. Additionally, working and living in the beautiful Okanagan offers an exceptional opportunity for work-life balance, a comfortable pace of life, and a wide range of after-work activities.

Aberdeen Hall provides

• Competitive annual salary of $49,334 to $59,892, inclusive of vacation pay and the BC government wage enhancement.Commensurate with education and years of teaching experience.
• 14 weeks of vacation (or 8 weeks of vacation with the commitment of working in our out-of-session camps with additional compensation included).
• Excellent comprehensive benefits package.
• RRSP contribution of 8% for employees who invest 4% of their salary.
• Hot lunch Program (with staff discount).
• Open and collaborative culture.
• Personalized professional development plans.
• Newly built, inspiring campus setting.
• Innovative and progressive approach to teaching.

Position Summary

The Early Childhood Educator (ECE) plays a vital role in creating a nurturing and developmentally enriching environment that supports children's cognitive, social, emotional, and physical growth. Reporting to the Director of Preschool, the ECE is responsible for implementing a Montessori-inspired curriculum, fostering strong and supportive relationships with families, and collaborating with colleagues to cultivate a warm, inclusive, and engaging preschool community.

Success Factors

• Certified Early Childhood Educator (ECE) and a valid BC license to practice.
• Montessori Training or willing to obtain it.
• Past experience in a licensed childcare center, preschool, or similar setting.
• Current First Aid & CPR Certification.
• Clearance of a Criminal Record Check.
• Experience in an Independent School would be an asset.
• Completion of the Ages & Stages Questionnaire Training would be an asset.
• Completion of the Circle of Security Training would be an asset.
• Strong Knowledge of BC’s Early Learning Framework and child development practices.
• Computer Skills: Google Classroom, docs, sheets, slides, and Gmail.
• Strong Knowledge of the ECEBC Code of Ethics.
• Strong Knowledge of the BC Child Care Licensing Regulations.
• Ability to understand the importance of emotional intelligence and empathy in building trust and contributing to a positive working atmosphere across the School community.
• Known to communicate, negotiate, collaborate, and build partnerships effectively.

As part of our active commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, we strive to welcome students, families, and employees with a diverse range of identities and backgrounds to enrich the Aberdeen Hall family with varied perspectives.

The successful applicant for our role will be a team player and participate in extracurricular activities. Aberdeen Hall offers competitive compensation and excellent long-term potential. We thank all candidates for their time and interest; however, only those to be interviewed will be contacted.

Please forward your resume and cover letter that includes your first and last name and your BC ECE certificate number to Lisa White, Director of Finance & Human Resources, at ***email_hidden***

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Qualifications

Basic ECE

Salary & Benefits

$49,334 to $59,892

Details

Name Of Facility

Aberdeen Hall Preparatory School

Region

Interior Health

Contact Info

View email address on ca.workus.org

Address

Kelowna

V1V 3A4

Website

Posted On

August 18th, 2026

Application Information

Closing Date

September 14th, 2026

Instructions

Please forward your resume and cover letter that include your first and last name and your BC ECE certificate number to Lisa White, Director of Finance & Human Resources, at ***email_hidden***

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