Early Childhood Educator (RECE)

Today's Family Early Learning and Child; Caledonia; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Wellness resources

Retirement savings

Flexible hours

Career development

Apprenticeship opportunities

Job summary

Today’s Family is seeking an Early Childhood Educator to join our not-for-profit team delivering high-quality programs for children and families across Ontario. You will collaborate with children to co-create learning experiences and provide engaging, inclusive activities that promote development and joy through play.

Ideal candidates hold an ECE diploma/degree, are in good standing, and have current immunizations and a Vulnerable Sector Check.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in Early Childhood Education is required.
• Registered ECE in good standing is preferred.
• First Aid/CPR-C and Vulnerable Sector Check are required.
• Knowledge of CCEYA and How Does Learning Happen? is expected.
• Experience in a childcare setting is essential.

Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively with children to co-create experiences and explore interests.
• Offer diverse programming to support wellbeing, engagement, and expression.
• Explore various early learning approaches including Reggio-Emilia, play-, project-, and outdoor-based learning.
• Facilitate belonging and safe environments for children and families.
• Build strong family partnerships through meaningful communication and events.
• Align with Ontario’s emergent curriculum and How Does Learning Happen? philosophy.

Skills

Childcare experience

How Does Learning Happen? knowledge

Flexibility in hours

Education

Diploma or degree in Early Childhood Education

College Diploma or better in Early Childhood Education or related field

Registered Early Childhood Educator in good standing

Standard First Aid and CPR-C Certification

Current Vulnerable Sector Check (within 6 months)

Immunizations (TB, Tetanus, Polio, MMR)

Job description

This job posting is for anexisting vacancyand reflects a current opening within the agency.

AtToday’s Family, we believe in the power of strong partnerships to helpchildrenand families thrive. We’re a not-for-profit organization serving over 7,500 childrenand families across Hamilton, Halton, Haldimand-Norfolk, Oxford County and Peel Region.

Our mission is to ensure every child experiences the joy of learning through play. We valueCaring, Collaboration, Accountability, Innovation,andInclusion, and we’re committed to delivering high-quality programs that evolve to meet the needs of our growing communities.

The Ideal Candidate:

• Diploma or degree in Early Childhood Education
• Current knowledge and understanding of the Child Care and Early Years Act (CCEYA)
• Thorough knowledge ofHow Does Learning Happen?
• Experience working with children in achildcare setting
• Record of up-to-date Immunizations (TB Test, Tetanus, Polio, MMR)
• Registered Early Childhood Educator, in good standing
• Standard First Aid and CPR-C Certification
• Current Vulnerable Sector Check (done in the last 6 months)

Why Today’s Family?

• Growth & Learning:Gain experience across multiple programs and projects that enhance your skills and passions.
• Flexible Hours:offering Educators reliable working hours that is rooted in caring and opportunity for growth.
• Career Development:Access apprenticeship opportunities, mentorship, and platforms to share your knowledge and ideas.
• Comprehensive Benefits:Medical, dental, vision, wellness resources, and retirement savings plans for permanent staff working 25+ hours a week.
• Diversity & Inclusion:Bring your unique talents to the table, whether that’s through language skills, special expertise, or new perspectives.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Work collaboratively with children as our partners to co-create experiences to investigate, explore, and amplify their interests.
• Offer dynamic, diverse, and unique programming that supports the well-being, engagement, and expression of children .
• Consider and explore a wide variety of approaches to early learning, including Reggio-Emilia Approach, Play-based and Project-based Learning, Outdoor Education, Arts-based Learning, HIGH Five Principles of Healthy Child Development, Positive Youth Development, among other evidence-based approaches and practices.
• Facilitate belonging for children and families by creating welcoming, accepting, and safe environments for children and families to learn and play.
• Work collaboratively to build strong family partnerships in our communities through meaningful communication, facilitation of events and opportunities to involve and engage families in our work.
• Be innovative in their approach to alignment with Ontario’s emergent curriculum and guiding pedagogical philosophy, ‘How Does Learning Happen?’

AtToday’s Family, we celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive environment. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are dedicated to accommodating any needs during the hiring process, in accordance withAccessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).If you need any accommodation throughout the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to contact our Human Resources Department [e-mail] .

Travel Required

No .

Qualifications

Education

Preferred

College Diploma or better in Early Childhood Education or related field.