Early Childhood Educator

Macaulay Child Development; Toronto; On-site; CAD 54,000 - 58,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & dental

Paid time off

Job summary

Macaulay Centres for Children is hiring a Trained Teacher (Early Childhood Educator) on a permanent part-time split shift. The role reports to the Supervisor, Humberwood Child Care Centre, located in Toronto.

The position involves leading developmentally appropriate programs for children, including those with special needs, and supporting a collaborative classroom team. Responsibilities include planning daily activities, maintaining safety, adhering to regulatory standards, and communicating

Qualifications

• Early Childhood Education degree/diploma or equivalent.
• Experience with families and children, including children with special needs.
• Member in good standing with the College of Early Childhood Educators.
• Knowledge of ELECT and HighScope curricula and inclusive planning.

Responsibilities

• Plan and organize a safe environment and supervise children at all times.
• Plan, implement and evaluate daily programming to promote development.
• Ensure compliance with relevant acts and guidelines in program delivery.
• Observe and adapt programming to individual and group needs; collaborate with staff.
• Demonstrate positive interactions and effective communication with children and families.

Skills

ECE degree

Inclusive programming

First Aid/CPR

Communication skill

Microsoft Office

Team collaboration

Diversity and inclusion

Education

ECE credential/registration

Tools

None

Job description

Trained Teacher (Early Childhood Educator)

Permanent Part Time (Split Shift)

HOURS OF WORK: 5 Hours on instructional days & 7 hours on non-instructional days

NUMBER OF POSITIONS: 1

VACANCY: Replacement

START DATE/TERM: Immediate

REPORTS TO: Supervisor, Humberwood Child Care Centre

POSITION SUMMARY:

Develops and leads the implementation of high quality developmentally appropriate programs for children to facilitate their physical, social, emotional and cognitive growth. Leads the implementation of programs and activities that facilitate the inclusion and integration of children with special needs. Supports a team environment in the classroom and the Centre. This position is currently based atHumberwoodChild Care Centre (850 Humberwood Boulevard Toronto, ON M9W 7A6) .

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Plan and organize a safe environment and supervise children to protect their safety and personal well-being at all times while in care. Make sure equipment and physical environment is maintained free of safety or health hazards.


• Plan, execute and evaluate daily programming using the curriculum and approach approved by the agency to promote children’s optimal emotional, cognitive and physical development. Encourage active learning to build self-esteem in an inclusive and respectful environment. Facilitate planned and spontaneous experiences.


• Work in compliance with the Child Care Early Years Act, the Toronto Operating Criteria (Assessment for Quality Improvement), Toronto Public Health guidelines, the Occupational Health & Safety Act and all other applicable regulations and Laws.


• Observe children’s strengths, areas of challenge, emerging skills and interests. Plan, implement, evaluate and revise programming to meet individual and group needs. Collaborate with other staff as applicable (e.g. Assistant Teacher, Resource Teacher)


• Demonstrate positive adult/child interaction, use effective and appropriate communication with children, promote children’s independence and problem-solving skills, build children’s confidence, assist children with understanding and dealing with the consequences of their behaviour and model mutual respect and kindness


• Communicate sensitively and appropriately with parents/families. Provide meaningful feedback and information regarding their child’s learning and development, emerging skills and interests and the purpose of activities


• Liaise with other agencies and individuals to support children’s progress and success (e.g. Schools, Special Needs Consultants)


• Support the team to effectively manage children’s medication schedule and allergies


• Drop off and or pick up children from buses outside Centre (if applicable/ifrequired)


• Serve and clean up lunches, prepare snacks, maintain a clean, organized and sanitary kitchen, and perform housekeeping duties as assigned/as needed.


• Supervise student teachers and assist in completing college evaluation forms and in discussion with student and placement teachers.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Early Childhood Education degree/diploma or equivalent and experience working with families and children, including children with special needs


• Experience and demonstrated ability to deliver inclusive programming to children with special needs


• Member in good standing with the College of Early Childhood Educators


• Strong working knowledge of the ELECT, High Scope curriculum and program planningbased on an inclusion model respectful of all children’s abilities


• Good written and verbal communication skills and excellent listening skills


• Computer literacy required together with proficiency using Microsoft Office Suite, Internet and email


• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain effective work partnerships with parents/families, colleagues and service providers of diverse backgrounds, abilities and identities


• Standard First Aid/Intermediate First & CPR Level C certification and appropriate medical and immunization record.

SALARY: Teacher [Trained] Salary Scale (Starting at $29.47/hour - $53,637 - $58,343 per annum (prorated)) with Competitive Benefits Package (health & dental) and paid time off entitlements (starting at 20 vacation days & 3 float days (prorated))

THIS POSITION IS WITHIN THE CUPE LOCAL 2563 BARGAINING UNIT.

INTERNAL APPLICATION PERIOD FOR CUPE LOCAL 2563 BARGAINING UNIT:

October 30, 2026 - November 5, 2026

DATE POSTED: October 30, 2026

Macaulay Centres for Children values the diversity of people and communities and is committed to excellence and inclusion. We welcome qualified individuals who contribute to the diversity of our staff group.

Macaulay Centres for Children offers accommodation for applicants with disabilities in its recruitment process.

If you are contacted by the agency regarding a career opportunity, please advise if you require accommodation.

We thank all applicants for their interest in our organization, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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