School Age Care Worker (ECE required)

Collingwood School is a gender-inclusive day school located on two campuses in West Vancouver, BC.

We are looking for an experienced School Age Care Worker to join our Wentworth Campus. This position will work within the school age care program and facilitate activities for children ages JK-5, predominantly in JK. The ideal candidates will be passionate and committed educators who can demonstrate the ability to contribute to the many facets of school life. It is a Temporary Contract position from September 8, 2026 to June 11, 2027 with the possibility of continuing in the future. 

Available shifts:

Junior Kindergarten Room (20 hrs/week) when school is in session:

• Monday to Friday 12:45-4:00pm for JK and 4:00-4:45pm for K-5.
• Early Childhood Education required
• Eligible for benefits

Responsibilities:

• Follow the licensing regulations and the School Age Care Handbook 
• Interact directly with the children and staff members 
• Assist with the planning and set up of the School Age Care program to ensure that the children have a variety of activities to choose from
• Establish and maintain positive communication with parents
• Maintain a neat, orderly, and clean environment, including all activity areas 
• Ensure that all safety and supervision standards are implemented and maintained according to licensing and Collingwood requirements 
• Release children only to those authorized by parent/guardian 
• Maintain confidentiality of all information related to Collingwood School, the children, their families, and staff 
• Maintain regular attendance, punctuality and professionalism at all times 
• Ensure fire, earthquake and wildlife sighting drills are up to date

We offer professional development opportunities, competitive salaries, health and wellness initiatives, along with one of the most beautiful locations in Canada to work!

Futures start here. If this role is a good fit, we would love to hear from you!  Please submit a cover letter detailing your suitability for the position along with your resume, including three employment references, by August 7, 2026.

We sincerely thank all applicants for your interest; however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. 

Qualifications:

Basic ECE

Additional Qualifications:

• A valid Early Childhood Education Diploma/Certificate 
• A valid First Aid certificate (Standard First Aid is preferred)
• Accountability, maturity and a high level of responsibility 
• Minimum 2 years of experience working with children in a school or child care setting.
• Excellent management, organizational, interpersonal and relationship skills 
• Creative flexibility and ability to work in a student-centered environment 
• Ability to build collaborative and effective relationships with students, staff, parents and the community 
• Canadian residency and legally entitled to work in Canada

Our “Must Haves”

• Respect, dignity and inclusion for all members of the community
• Collaborative mind-set and courageous approach to adversity
• Demonstrated communications skills (oral and written)
• Creative “out-of-the-box” thinker
•  Flexible and adaptable and embraces change
• Proven work ethic with utmost integrity
• Enthusiasm, eagerness and genuine interest in all aspects of the school’s success
• Self-awareness, with a desire for constant self-improvement (goal-oriented)

Years Experience Required:

2

Salary & Benefits:

The range for this position is $21.13 to $23.78 per hour. Candidates with strong skills and experience may be considered for a higher starting salary. Please contact our Human Resources department at careers@collingwood.org for questions or further clarification regarding the salary range.