Educator II

Ontario University Athletics; Guelph; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading child care provider in Guelph is seeking a full-time Educator II to implement child-centered programs. The ideal candidate will have an undergraduate degree in Early Childhood Studies, relevant experience, and a passion for fostering an inclusive learning environment. This position offers a collaborative atmosphere and the chance to make a meaningful impact in children's lives.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1.5 years of related experience in a licensed child care setting.
• Current registration with the College of Early Childhood Educators.
• Ability to create a responsive early learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Partner with children and families to implement inclusive programs.
• Establish relationships with community professionals.
• Create a rich learning environment that encourages exploration.

Skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Child-centered programming

Education

Undergraduate degree in Early Childhood Studies or related field

Tools

Standard First Aid and CPR-C certification

Basic computer skills

Job description

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Primary Category Page: Staff and Management

Requisition ID: 1819

Department:Child Care and Learning Centre
This position is represented by the agreement between the Professional Staff Association and the University of Guelph

If you are a current employee of the University of Guelph you must apply on the internal Career Page in order to be considered as an internal applicant.
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General Purpose

The University of Guelph Child Care and Learning Centre (CCLC) is now accepting applications from qualified applicants for one Regular Full Time (RFT) Educator II position.

Duties and Responsibilities

Reporting to the Director, the RFT Educator II will be part of a team of early learning and care professionals. In this role, the Educator will partner with the children, families and other classroom educator(s) to plan and implement an inclusive, child-centred program based on children’s natural curiosities and interests. Through collaboration and teamwork, the successful candidate will help to create a rich, responsive, and innovative learning environment that invites exploration, play, and inquiry. The Educator will also establish and maintain collaborative relationships with families and the community professionals working with children in our programs.

Requirements

• Undergraduate degree in Early Childhood Studies, Social Sciences, or a related field
• A minimum of one and a half (1.5) years of related experience working within a licensed child care setting (3 years or more preferred)
• Current registration with the College of Early Childhood Educators
• Current certification in Standard First Aid and CPR-C
• Verification of required immunizations
• A personal teaching philosophy that connects to the CCLC’s Program Statement, emergent curriculum, and nature-based pedagogy, and is consistent with the Reggio Emilia Approach
• Demonstrated ability to create a rich and responsive early learning environment that helps make children’s learning visible
• Knowledge of the Ministry of Education’sChild Care and Early Years ActandHow Does Learning Happen? Ontario’s Pedagogy for the Early Years
• Ability to communicate in a sensitive, courteous manner with children, families, staff, and the general public
• Current or recent engagement in relevant professional learning experiences that are consistent with the CCLC’s pedagogical approach and direction
• Demonstrated ability to guide/mentor support staff, students, and volunteers
• Basic computer and technological skills
• Demonstrated excellent attendance record

Employee Type: Regular
Position Number: 10339009
Classification: P&M FT- Band 03
Professional/Managerial Salary Bands
The target hiring salary for this position is minimum and up to 96% of midpoint for the salary grade.

At the University of Guelph, fostering a culture of inclusion is an institutional imperative. The University invites and encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including from groups that are traditionally underrepresented in employment, who may contribute to further diversification of our Institution.

Posting Date: 09/24/2025
Closing Date: 10/05/2025