Job Posting
Posted: May 13, 2026 | By: Communications
Daycare Assistant
Posted: May 13, 2026 | By: Communications
Department: Community Programs
Closing Date: Friday, May 29, 2026
The District of Tofino is looking for a qualified candidate to fill the position of Daycare Assistant.
Reporting to the Daycare Supervisor, the Daycare Assistant assists in the day-to-day operations of the t̓aatn̓aʔałuk – Taking Care of Children Centre (TCC). The TCC is a licensed childcare facility offering group care for children aged 30 months to school age.
Hours of Work
Permanent, Full Time 40 hours per week between 8 AM – 5 PM. Schedules will be confirmed in advance.
Rate of Pay
- Regular Wage: $28.56 for ECEA or $30.75 for ECE *excludes ECE-WE top-up
- Probationary Wage: $25.70 for ECEA or $27.67 for ECE *excludes ECE-WE top-up
Duties And Responsibilities
- Plan, coordinate and supervise developmentally appropriate and safe activities for Children aged 30 months through school age.
- Plan, coordinate and supervise developmentally appropriate and safe activities for special needs Children, in the 1-1 role of Behaviour Interventionist, as needed.
- Assists in training and supervising Child Care Workers and Relief Staff
- Opening and closing the Centre.
Please see the job description for a full list of duties and responsibilities.
Employment Requirements
The District of Tofino will assist with requirements noted by (*).
- Early Childhood Educator Assistant (ECEA) or Early Childhood Educator Certificates *(ECE)
- Criminal Record Check *
- Immunization Records
- Two Character References
- Child First Aid Certificate *
How to Apply
Canadian Citizens, Permanent Residents and International applicants are welcome to apply. Please review the relevant “Education and Employment Opportunity for Canadian Citizens and/or Permanent Residents Applicants” and “Employment Opportunity for International Applicants” sections below before applying.
Qualified applicants are invited to submit a cover letter and resume indicating the position applied for, in confidence, by 4 PM, Friday, May 29, 2026, to Keshia Evans, Human Resources Advisor via:
Email: employment@tofino.ca
Subject Line: Daycare Assistant
The District of Tofino is an equal opportunity employer and thanks all applicants for applying, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.