Educator

Compass Early Learning and Care; Lindsay; On-site; CAD 21,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Compass Early Learning and Care is seeking a School Age Educator to join the Jack Callaghan program in Lindsay, Ontario. The role focuses on after-school care in a kindergarten or school-age classroom, with a compassionate, learning-friendly approach and collaboration with families and staff.

The position offers 15 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 3 pm to 6 pm, contract through June 29, 2027, with potential additional hours from the supply registry and full-time hours during school breaks.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years experience working with children and youth.
• Familiarity with the Child Care Early Years Act and licensing standards.
• Valid certifications including a Clear Police Vulnerable Sector Check, Standard First Aid, and CPR Level C, and updated immunization records.
• Registered and in good standing with the College of Early Childhood Educators OR pursuing their ECE diploma OR an alternative childcare designation eligible for Director’s Approval.

Responsibilities

• Plan and lead interest-based and play-based activities reflecting children’s interests to promote development.
• Maintain active supervision with children while engaged in play.
• Document children’s learning progress through observation and reflection.
• Create and maintain a safe, healthy, and well‑being focused environment.
• Assist children with diapering, dressing, and eating habits.
• Foster strong relationships with families and involve them in learning.
• Collaborate with coworkers, families, and community partners to support the environment.
• Participate in team meetings, professional development, and staff training.
• Assist in housekeeping duties within the program.
• Follow CELC, CCEYA, and Ministry of Education policies and procedures.

Skills

Supervision

Play-based facilitation

Observation & documentation

Education

ECE diploma or pursuing

Registered with CCEOA or pursuing alternative designation

Tools

Police Vulnerable Sector Check

Standard First Aid

CPR Level C

Job description

EducatorLocation: CELC Jack Callaghan School Age Program

Hours: 15 hours per week, Monday to Friday.

Employment Type: Contract to June 29, 2027

Positions:1

Posting is for existing vacancies

Anticipated Start Date: ASAP

Hiring Declarations

Compass Early Learning and Care does not use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to make hiring decisions. We value authentic applications that accurately reflect each candidate’s skills, experience, and qualifications. Applicants are responsible for ensuring all information submitted is truthful and represents their own work and experience.

About Us:

Compass Early Learning and Care (CELC) has been in operation since 1981 and is one of the largest not-for-profit child care organizations serving East-Central Ontario. With over 700 Staff and 80 Home childcare providers, we offer 46 high-quality licensed childcare centres and over 80 licensed homes serving over 4,000 families

For over forty years, Compass ELC has been dedicated to early learning and child care. We believe in creating nurturing environments that celebrate children’s curiosity and whole selves. Our organization fosters a culture of growth, collaboration, and inclusivity, where every team member has the opportunity to thrive. We are committed to supporting children and families in our community.

Job Posting Declarations:

Compass Early Learning and Care does not use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to make hiring decisions. We value authentic applications that accurately reflect each candidate’s skills, experience, and qualifications. Applicants are responsible for ensuring all information submitted is truthful and represents their own work and experience.

About Us:

Compass Early Learning and Care (CELC) has been in operation since 1981 and is one of the largest not-for-profit child care organizations serving East-Central Ontario. With over 700 Staff and 80 Home childcare providers, we offer 50 high-quality licensed childcare centers and over 50 licensed homes serving over 4,000 families

For over forty years, Compass ELC has been dedicated to early learning and child care. We believe in creating nurturing environments that celebrate children’s curiosity and whole selves. Our organization fosters a culture of growth, collaboration, and inclusivity, where every team member has the opportunity to thrive. We are committed to supporting children and families in our community.

About the role:

At Compass ELC, you will work as a School Age Educator alongside some of the most passionate, caring, and dedicated educators in the industry. You will spend your time engaging, connecting, and learning alongside children, families, community partners, and co-workers. You are passionate about early learning and care, emergent curriculum, and lifelong learning. You are energetic, resourceful, and creative in your pursuits of creating learning opportunities, building connections, and engaging with children and families. This position will be working in a kindergarten or school-age classroom.

You will work 15 hours per week, Monday to Friday, from 3 pm to 6 pm in after-school programming, with the opportunity to pick up some additional hours during the day from our Supply registry. Full days During PA days, Winter break, March break, and Summer break, this role will work full-time hours.

Hours will be based on the needs and funding of the program.

Some accountabilities associated with the role include:

• Plan and lead interest-based and play-based activities that reflect children’s unique interests to promote the physical, cognitive, emotional, and social development of children.
• Maintain active supervision with children while still being engaged in play.
• Documenting children’s learning progress through observation, reflection, and research questions.
• Create and maintain an environment that protects the health, safety, and well-being of children.
• Assist the children with diapering, dressing, and eating habits.
• Foster strong relationships with families and involve them in the learning process.
• Collaborate with coworkers, families, and community partners to create a supportive environment.
• Participate in team meetings, professional learning opportunities, and staff training opportunities.
• Assist in housekeeping duties within the program.
• Follow CELC, CCEYA, and Ministry of Education policies and procedures.

Skills and Qualifications:

Requirements:

• 1-3 years’ experience working with children and youth.
• Familiarity with the Child Care Early Years Act and licensing standards.
• Valid certifications, including a Clear Police Vulnerable Sector Check, Standard First Aid, and CPR Level C, and updated immunization records.
• Registered and in good standing with the College of Early Childhood Educators OR is currently pursuing or is interested in pursuing their ECE diploma.OR has an alternative childcare designation that is eligible for Director’s Approval (i.e., Child and Youth, Recreation and Leisure, and Ontario Certified Teachers - Primary and Junior)

Inclusivity and Accessibility:

To address issues of systemic inequity within our communities, we strongly encourage individuals from communities and groups that have historically been disadvantaged and/or marginalized, including First Nations, Métis and Inuit peoples, Indigenous Peoples of Canada, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, individuals who identify as women and/or gender diverse, 2SLGBTQ+ persons, and persons with lived or living experience of homelessness to apply.

We are committed to reducing barriers to employment, providing accommodations upon request and ensuring an accessible interview process. We encourage you to bring your true or whole self and way of being to the interview process.For assistance, please get in touch with our Human Relations – Recruitment and Hiring Coordinator at [e-mail].

Inclusivity and Accessibility:

To address issues of systemic inequity within our communities, we strongly encourage individuals from communities and groups that have historically been disadvantaged and/or marginalized, including First Nations, Métis and Inuit peoples, Indigenous Peoples of Canada, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, individuals who identify as women and/or gender diverse, 2SLGBTQ+ persons, and persons with lived or living experience of homelessness to apply.

We are committed to reducing barriers to employment, providing accommodations upon request and ensuring an accessible interview process. We encourage you to bring your true or whole self and way of being to the interview process.

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