ECE Teacher

Family Day Care Services; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Family Day Care Services is seeking an ECE Teacher to provide quality early learning and development for children aged 0-12. This full-time position involves planning educational programs, assessing children's progress, and fostering a supportive environment. The role requires a strong commitment to social inclusion and best practices in early learning.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Generous vacation, sick leave and medical appointments

Child Care discount

Discounted GoodLife memberships

Training & professional development funding

Potential for career growth

Employee referral bonus

A positive and diverse work environment

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of child care experience preferred.
• Must be registered and in good standing with the College of Early Childhood Educators.

Responsibilities

• Implement and practice the High/Scope educational approach to curriculum.
• Plan, develop, and implement programs that reflect children’s interests.
• Observe and assess children’s progress and behavior.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organization

Assessment

Teamwork

Education

Early Childhood Education Degree or Diploma

Job description

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Position Available: RECE Contract Full Time – Split Shift.

Location: Thorn Lodge Extended Day & School Age Programs

Start Date: ASAP

End Date: June 27, 2025

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.

Family Day Offers

There are many reasons to work with Family Day:

• Competitive compensation
• Generous vacation, sick leave and medical appointments
• Child Care discount
• Discounted GoodLife memberships
• Training & professional development funding
• Potential for career growth
• Employee referral bonus
• A positive and diverse work environment
  
  

Job Purpose

Reporting to the Centre Supervisor, the RECE is responsible for providing and supporting an early learning and development environment for children (0-12 years) in a group setting, in accordance with the Child Care and Early Years Act (CCEYA), municipal guidelines, and Family Day policies and procedures.

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 experiencing difficulties and help them understand and handle their feelings
• Manage within Ontario’s Occupational Health and Safety standards
• Guide and assist children in developing independent eating, dressing, and toileting habits
• Participate in staff meetings, supervision, training, and related activities, including performance reviews
• Perform other duties as required.

Education And Experience Required

• Early Childhood Education Degree or Diploma
• Must be registered and in good standing with the College of Early Childhood Educators
• Training in HIGH FIVE, PHCD, or HIGH FIVE Sport is a definite asset
• Minimum of 2 years of child care experience preferred
• Strong skills in leadership, communication, organization, assessment, teamwork, confidentiality, commitment, accountability, initiative, and creativity
• Knowledge of best practices in early learning and development
• Commitment to social inclusion
• Current medical including TB (two stages) within 6 months of hiring
• Police Vulnerable Sector Check within 6 months of hiring
• Valid Standard First Aid and CPR, Level C
• Able to work all shifts between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m.

Diversity And Inclusion

Family Day fosters a positive inclusive workplace culture, with a workforce that reflects the families and communities it serves. Committed to diversity and inclusion, Family Day encourages candidates from diverse backgrounds and those needing accommodations to apply.

Interested candidates may apply through Dayforce via the Family Day website: www.familydaycare.com.

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 undergo background checks and reviews. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, and the Ontario Human Rights Code, Family Day provides accommodations upon request. For accommodations related to disabilities or medical needs, contact Human Resources at [e-mail].

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Education and Training

Industries

• Individual and Family Services