Casual Registered Early Childhood Educator

Family Day Care Services; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in child care is seeking a passionate Registered Early Childhood Educator to join their dynamic team. This casual position involves creating engaging learning environments for children aged 0-12, implementing innovative educational approaches, and ensuring adherence to safety standards. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, this organization values creativity and dedication in its workforce. If you are eager to make a difference in the lives of children and families, consider this exciting opportunity to contribute to a meaningful cause while working in a supportive and collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Degree in Early Childhood Education and registration with the College required.
• Minimum 2 years of child care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Implement curriculum and programs that reflect children's interests.
• Observe and assess children's progress to meet individual needs.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Assessment Skills

Teamwork

Confidentiality

Creativity

Education

Early Childhood Education Degree or Diploma

Registered with College of Early Childhood Educators

Training in HIGH FIVE, PHCD or HIGH FIVE Sport

Tools

High/Scope educational approach

Hanen Learning Language and Loving It Program

Job description

Casual Registered Early Childhood Educator

Friday, April 18, 2025

Work with us at Family Day!

Put your training, experience and passion for quality Child

Care and Early Learning to work at Family Day

Position Available: Registered Early Childhood Educator, Casual

Locations/Regions: Peel Region (Mississauga, Brampton, Caledon), Toronto and York

Casual Position Availability: Applicants must have at least 2 days shift of availability to work per week: Full time shift: 7:00am-6:00pm – Part Time Shift: 7:00am-12:00pm - 12:00-6:00pm - 3:00-6:00pm

About Family Day:

Family Day Care Services is a non-profit, charitable organization with a long and distinguished history of providing high-quality early learning and child care services to children and families throughout Toronto, York and Peel Regions. We are a multi-service organization with over 500 employees, providing a broad range of services including: 29 Child Care Centres, 49 Before and After Care programs, 204 Licensed Home Child Cares, 9 EarlyON programs, 2 Homework Plus programs, and Special Needs Resourcing for children and their families living in the Greater Toronto Area.

Job Purpose:

Reporting to the Centre Supervisor, the R.E.C.E. is responsible for providing and supporting an Early Learning and Development environment for children (0-12 years) in a group setting, in keeping with the Child Care and Early Years Act (CCEYA), municipal guidelines and the policies and procedures of Family Day.

Job Duties:

• Implement and practice the High/Scope educational approach to curriculum and the Hanen Learning Language and Loving It Program.
• Plan, develop and implement programs that reflect children’s interests and respond to diverse individual and cultural needs.
• Participate in short and long term planning and evaluation activities.
• Observe and assess children’s progress and behavior to ensure the programs meet individual and group needs.
• Lead and/or participate in assessment meetings for children with special needs with the supervisor and/or other agencies; make recommendations to adapt programs as necessary.
• Demonstrate empathy, sensitivity and support to the family unit.
• Practice respectful communication with children, parents, colleagues, teachers, managers, students and volunteers.
• Support, comfort and encourage children who are experiencing difficulties and help them to understand and handle their feelings.
• Manage within Ontario’s Occupational Health and Safety standards.
• Guide and assist children in the development of independent eating, dressing and toileting habits.
• Participate in regular staff meetings, individual supervision, training and related activities both internal and external including the performance review.
• Perform other duties as required.

Education and Experience Required:

• Early Childhood Education Degree or Diploma.
• Must be registered and a member in good standing with the College of Early Childhood Educators.
• Must have children with special needs experience.
• Training in HIGH FIVE, PHCD or HIGH FIVE Sport is a definite asset.
• Minimum of 2 years of child care experience preferred.
• Well-developed skills in areas such as leadership, communication, organization, assessment, teamwork, confidentiality, commitment and accountability, initiative and creativity.
• Knowledge of best practices in the Early Learning development field.
• Commitment to social inclusion.
• Medical required – including TB (two stages) 6 months current to hiring date.
• Police Vulnerable Sector Check 6 months current to hiring date.
• Valid Standard First Aid and CPR, level C.
• Provide proof of full vaccination against COVID-19.

Diversity and Inclusion:

Family Day fosters a positive inclusive workplace culture, with a workforce that is representative of the families and communities it serves. Committed to the principles of diversity and inclusion, Family Day encourages candidates from diverse backgrounds and those who may need accommodation, to apply to join our team.

This document is available in alternate formats upon request.

Family Day Care Services is committed to providing a safe environment for children. All applicants will be thoroughly screened using background checks and a review process.

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, and the Ontario Human Rights Code, Family Day Care Services will provide reasonable accommodation to employees and prospective employees to the point of undue hardship upon request and as required in respect of the individual’s particular restrictions and limitations. If you require a specific accommodation because of a disability or a medical need to ensure your equal participation, feel free to contact Human Resources at humanresources@familydaycare.

We are Hiring! If you have the passion, creativity and dedication we are looking for, we would love to hear from you.