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Child Passenger Safety Program Educator/Instructor
Apply locations *Head Office Burnaby, BC time type Part time posted on Posted 30+ Days Ago job requisition id REQ-5510
Why BCAA?
Feel proud of what you do and help shape the future of BC at a BC Top Employer. We’re driven by purpose – delivering peace of mind to one in three BC households with insurance, roadside assistance, auto repair, Evo Car Share and Evolve E-Bike Share. With a long history of keeping roads safe and giving back in ways that build stronger communities, we offer a wide variety of meaningful, rewarding careers that move BC forward.
We are currently hiring a Child Passenger Safety (CPS) Program Educator/Instructor to join our CPS team. This is a part-time contract position for one year (25 hrs/month) with potential to extend the contract.
Reporting to the Associate Manager, Community Impact, the Child Passenger Safety (CPS) Program Educator /Instructor provides child car seat education, resources, and instruction to families, caregivers, and community professionals to help ensure children are safe when travelling on BC roads. This is a part-time contract position for one year, working approximately 25 hours per month with the possibility of taking on more hours. Join our Community Impact team and support BCAA’s commitment to build stronger communities, keep roads safe, and improve lives across BC.
What moves you
- You’re patient, kind, and love to teach. Making a difference in BC communities and keeping kids safe makes your day!
- You’re a problem solver who loves a challenge. Organized yet flexible, you thrive in a role where no two days are the same.
- You’re an exceptional communicator and facilitator, adept at engaging both individuals one-on-one and presenting to groups of all sizes with clarity and confidence.
- You’re skilled at building strong connections and establishing quick rapport with parents, caregivers, kids, and community professionals.
- You have a passion for learning and seek opportunities to expand your knowledge.
- You have sharp attention to detail and take pride in delivering high-quality work.
- You take initiative and are ready to step up whenever needed.
- You’re a collaborative team player who enjoys helping others, contributing to your community, and being part of a small but mighty CPS team.
- You’re equally comfortable working independently and self-motivated.
- Having flexible work hours and setting your own schedule is ideal for you.
- Work from home with a dedicated workspace in your home suits you.
What you’ll do
- Provide education and instruction on child passenger safety to parents, caregivers, and community professionals through coordinating and facilitating information sessions, hands-on workshops, and CPS Educator training courses.
- Complete training to become a BCAA Child Passenger Safety Educator and Instructor, with an option to complete Safe Travel for All Children: Transporting Children with Special Health Care Needs training.
- Mentor and support CPS Educators across the province.
- Review and update program materials.
- Work with internal and external stakeholders to execute and support existing strategies and new initiatives.
- Participate in strategic planning discussions related to the program.
- Administer the CPS phone line, email inquiries, mail-outs, CPS Educator activity reports, and database.
- Perform other day-to-day functions and support Community Impact initiatives.
- Travel within the Greater Vancouver area and across BC.
- Receive a competitive hourly rate of $27-31/hr!
What you bring
- Grade 12 or equivalent.
- BCAA Child Passenger Safety Educator II Certificate or willingness to complete.
- At least 5 years of experience in community education.
- Proven experience in adult education.
- Experience working with diverse groups.
- Knowledge of MS Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- A valid BC driver’s license and ability to travel throughout the province.
- Bonus Skills and Experience:
- Additional credentials or training related to teaching or facilitation.
- Experience facilitating child car seat safety sessions and training.
- Knowledge of child car seat products.
- Comfortable facilitating education in another language.
Please note that the successful candidate will need to complete background checks, which may include criminal, credit, credential, and reference checks. As an independent contractor, you will need to obtain your own GST number (if applicable) and WCB coverage before starting.
What we offer:
- The opportunity to make a positive difference in BC communities.
- Career and personal development opportunities.
- Incentives recognizing performance and team contributions.
- Flexible benefits supporting health, lifestyle, and wellness.
- Competitive rewards including salary bonuses, pension, and more.
- Paid time off for vacation, wellness, volunteering, and cultural or religious activities.
- BCAA membership with perks and savings.
- Work for a BC Top Employer committed to inclusivity and community.
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We’re always looking for talented individuals. Apply today!
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