Early Childhood Educator, Atypical (Temporary)

Njoyn; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Sheridan College in Mississauga invites a certified Early Childhood Educator to plan and implement quality programming for children, supervise activities, and liaise with families and college staff. The role is a fully on-site Resident Position, 35 hours per week, with a rotating schedule, and a temporary contract through March 31, 2028.

Reference J0926-0154. Requirements include a two-year ECE diploma, current First Aid/CPR, and a Police Vulnerable Sector Screen.

Qualifications

• Registered with the College of Early Childhood Educators in good standing.
• Completion of practicum: preschool and child care centre.
• Current First Aid and Infant/Child CPR (C).
• Police Vulnerable Sector Screen and medical suitability.
• Knowledge of Ontario Ministry of Education pedagogy for early learning.
• Demonstrated leadership, flexibility, and strong communication.
• Ability to lift up to 44 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement daily activities based on observation and assessment.
• Guide children in all development areas per curriculum.
• Ensure health and safety of children in the program.
• Develop and implement learning plans (incl. for children with special needs).
• Maintain ongoing communication with families, Sheridan faculty, and community.
• Supervise classroom, playground, and daily routines.
• Demonstrate strategies to ECE students and monitor progress.
• Foster team cohesion and inclusive environment.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Skills

Client service

Communication

Team collaboration

Initiative

Independence

Adaptability

Problem solving

Agile mindset

Education

Two-year ECE diploma

Job description

Under the direction of the Supervisor, Early Childhood Centres and the Associate Dean, FAHCS, and following guidelines as outlined in the Child Care and Early Years Act and the Centre’s policy manual, the incumbent plans and implements quality programming for children enrolled; supports student teachers on placement; and maintains on-going communication with families, college personnel and the community with respect to the program.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Designing and implementing daily activities based on observation and assessment of individual and group needs and interests;
• Guiding children in all areas of development in accordance with the program philosophy/curriculum;
• Ensuring overall health and safety of children enrolled in the program;
• Implementing and designing individual learning plans for children (including children with special needs) during program time as required;
• Maintaining ongoing communications with families, Sheridan faculty and staff, and the community with respect to the program;
• Providing ongoing supervision of the classroom, playground, group and routine activities;
• Demonstrating appropriate classroom strategies to Early Childhood Education students, and assisting, monitoring their daily progress;
• Demonstrating a professional approach and establishing team cohesion to ensure program compatibility;
• Implementing and designing individual learning plans for children within an inclusive environment during program time as required;
• Performing other related duties as assigned.

About You

You have a client service focus with an aptitude to make connections, support others, provide excellent customer service and might identify as a community builder.

You are an agile individual with an ability to respond to change, adapt and seek improvements while applying principles of creative problem solving to most appropriately and effectively support each child’s unique needs.

Your collaborative spirit is balanced with your ability to take initiative and act independently to advance initiatives.

You enjoy working as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

The successful candidate will also meet the following qualifications:

• Registered and in good standing with the College of Early Childhood Educators (which requires the possession a two-year diploma from a recognized Ontario Community College);
• Successful completion of all students’ practicum, with at least one practicum in preschool-aged children and one in a child care centre;
• Be currently certified in First Aid and Infant/Child CPR (C);
• Possess a current Police Vulnerable Sector Screen (criminal reference check) and verification of medical suitability;Have knowledge of and a minimum of one year’s experience using play-based, emergent curriculum in an early learning environment(s);
• Have knowledge of Ontario’s Ministry of Education’s pedagogy for early learning;
• Demonstrate leadership and flexibility and has excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
• Be capable of lifting up to 44 pounds.

Who We Are

Every member of the Sheridan community is passionate about the transformational role we play in people’s lives. Our strategic plan, Sheridan 2027: Forging the Future (https://www.sheridancollege.ca/sheridan2027), charts a path towards a new ground-breaking model of higher education that reshapes post-secondary education and better prepares students for the future. We are committed to demonstrably advancing equity, diversity and inclusivity. Diversity is our strength and fuels our commitment to excellence. Across our campuses, we’re making meaningful strides towards developing an equitable and inclusive community.

• For more information, visit: Why Work at Sheridan

Other Details

Department: Faculty of Applied Health & Community Studies

Campus Location: Mississauga Civic Centre (may be assigned activities at any Sheridan campus)

Work Categorization: Resident Position | Fully on-site 5 days/week

Reference #: J0926-0154

Employee Group: Support Staff – Temporary

Type of Vacancy: This is a replacement position

Payband: E

Hourly Rate: $30.43 - $35.11

Hours/Week: 35

Hours: 8:00 am – 4:00 pm, 8:30 am – 4:30 pm, 9:30 am – 5:30 pm, 10:00 am – 6:00 pm (rotating weekly shifts)

Application Details: This is a temporary position that may continue until March 31, 2028

Application Deadline: September 17, 2026

First Nations peoples have lived on this part of Turtle Island for millennia, stewarding the land, the water and all that contributes to life in this region. Over two centuries ago, the Mississauga people welcomed settlers to this territory, providing sustenance and engaging in trade and commerce. Between 1781 to 1820, eight treaties were signed with the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation who opened their territory to settlement. Today, Sheridan campuses are located on Treaty 14, also known as the Head of the Lake Purchase of 1806 and Treaty 22 and 23 of 1820. Treaty history is foundational, and it is our collective responsibility to honour the land, as we honour and respect those who have gone before us, those who are here and those who have yet to come. We are grateful for the opportunity to be learning, working and thriving on this land, and we commit to learn the truth and be active in the process of reconciliation. Sheridan values the diverse and intersectional identities of its students, faculty, and staff. Sheridan regards equity and diversity as an integral part of academic excellence and is committed to accessibility for all employees. Sheridan seeks applicants who embrace our values of equity, anti-racism, and inclusion. As such, we encourage applications from qualified candidates who have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized, including those who identify as First Nations, Métis and/or Inuit/Inuk, Black, members of racialized communities, persons with disabilities, women and/or 2SLGBTQ+.

Sheridan will provide job applicants with accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. To request accommodation, please contact Human Resources.

You may be asked to provide copies of your educational credentials at the time of interview. Upon hire, we require official confirmation of educational credentials and Canadian equivalency assessments, if applicable.

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