Full-Time Registered Early Childhood Educator

tropicana; Toronto; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group Benefits Plan

Career growth and development

Community impact

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Tropicana Community Services seeks a Registered Early Childhood Educator for its McCowan site, working with children from 3 months to 4 years (and 4–12 at McCrae). You will implement engaging, developmentally appropriate activities and ensure safety and well-being for all children.

The role involves collaboration with families, health checks, and adherence to regulatory guidelines, with hours Monday to Friday. Unionized position offering group benefits and career growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Two-year Early Childhood Education Diploma or Degree required.
• Two-year Child and Youth Diploma or Degree (Ministry Director Approval) or equivalent education/experience.
• Must have and maintain current registration with the College of Early Childhood Educators in good standing.
• Valid First Aid/CPR Level C certification.
• Negative Vulnerable Sector Screening Check issued within one year of hire date.
• Ministry-required medical assessment.

Responsibilities

• Foster partnerships with children and families in inclusive, respectful environments.
• Conduct daily health checks and communicate health concerns to families.
• Apply theories on child development and family engagement to support growth.
• Support children in developing self-regulation and social skills.
• Share information with families using appropriate methods (e.g., Brightwheel).
• Provide safe supervision and maintain a safe learning environment.
• Plan and observe weekly activities aligned with ELECT and regulatory guidance.
• Incorporate community outings to enhance learning experiences.
• Collaborate with team, families, and external agencies to promote inclusion.

Skills

Lead diverse groups

Communication

Creative programming

Behavior management

MS Office

Judgement / independence

Education

Two-year Early Childhood Education Diploma/Degree

Two-year Child and Youth Diploma/Degree (Ministry Director Approval)

ECE registration in good standing

First Aid/CPR Level C

Vulnerable Sector Screening (within 1 year)

Medical assessment

Job description

POSITION TITLE:

Registered Early Childhood Educator

DEPARTMENT:

Tropicana Childcare Centre

AFFILIATION:

Unionized Position

LOCATION:

McCowan Site, ON

HOURS:

Mon-Fri, 7 hours per day

EXTENDED HOURS:

Dependent on needs of the program

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION

Tropicana Community Services, a Toronto-based multiservice organization, provides all youth, newcomers, people of Black and Caribbean heritage and others in need with opportunities and alternatives that lead to success and positive life choices. Our mission is achieved through culturally appropriate programs such as counselling, childcare, educational, and employment services and youth development.

ABOUT THE POSITION

Reporting to and adhering to the Childcare Supervisor and/or to the Supervisor’s Designate in the absence of the supervisor. The Registered Early Childhood Educator is responsible for organizingand implementing programs for children between the ages of 3 months to ages 4 years (McCowan) and ages 4 to 12 years old (McCrae).

The RECE will encourage children in activities to stimulate and develop a child’s social, intellectual, cognitive, physical and emotional growth, as well as to ensure their security and well-being.

This position will be based out of our McCowan Site and will work with ages 3 months to 4 years old.

AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY:

• Foster collaborative partnerships with children and their families, recognizing that children are best understood within the context of their families, cultures, and communities. Promote a healthy, inclusive, and respectful environment that values each family’s individual background, experiences, beliefs, and needs.
• Conduct daily health checks of children, accurately record and report illnesses or health concerns, and communicate effectively and professionally with families.
• Demonstrate knowledge about theories related to the impact of caring and responsive
  relationships on children’s development learning, self-regulation, identity and well-being
• Understands thatchildren are capable and enthusiastic learners with unique personalities, skills and interests.
• Support children in developing coping skills, regulating their behaviors and interacting positively with others. Recognize allchildren’s capacity to self-regulate and their right to be supported to develop these skills.
• Use appropriate and effective communication methods (i.e. digital/Brightwheel) and strategies to share relevant information with families about their children’s development, learning, progress, and experiences. Build positive and respectful relationships with families by maintaining open, clear, and supportive communication.
• Provide safe, attentive, and appropriate supervision of children at all times; taking into consideration their age, developmental needs, abilities, and the learning environment. Maintain awareness of children’s activities and interactions while ensuring their safety, well-being, and active participation in the program.
• Assess individual child and group needs in collaboration with Toronto Children's Services Resource Consultant and follow through with recommended goals.
• Participate in weekly planning and observation to tailor daily implementation of developmentally age-appropriate activities to enhance the children's cognitive, physical, social, and emotional development in accordance with Excerpts from ELECT, the Child Care and Early Years Act, “How Does Learning Happen”, and the Children's Services Assessment for Quality Improvement (AQI).
• Incorporate learning experiences that are responsive to the individual and group needs, interests, and abilities of children. Support children in exploring their community by accompanying them on community outings and field trips, while promoting meaningful learning, participation, and positive social experiences.
• To be receptive listeners and offer encouragement and support by responding appropriately to the ideas, concerns and needs of children and families.
• Follow and maintain all of Toronto Public Health IPAC guidelines, i.e. glove and handwashing routines etc.
• Maintain basic housekeeping, including washroom and sleep room routines. To ensure toys and equipment used in the program are well maintained in a safe, clean condition and kept in a good state of repair.
• Work closely with and provide support to team members, families and outside agencies to promote an inclusive environment.
• Demonstrate professional and appropriate procedures when working with Early Childhood Education students, supply educators, and newly hired staff. Provide guidance, support, and clear communication to help new team members understand program expectations, policies, routines, and professional responsibilities.
• Keep the supervisor informed of supply and equipment needs.

OTHER DUTIES

• Attend staff and team meetings asrequired.
• Be flexible and adaptable with shift assignments and other requirements.
• Proactively contribute to the organization.
• Initiates or assists with other projects as required

SKILLS

• Ability to lead diverse groups with confidence, patience, and structure.
• Positive and professional communication skills with children, families, colleagues, and community partners.
• Creative thinker with the ability to design fresh, engaging, inclusive and culturally appropriate programs.
• Basic behavioral management and conflict-resolution skills to de-escalate difficult situations.
• Basic Microsoft Office Suite and other digital media tools.
• Proven ability to apply sound judgement and work with limited supervision

QUALIFICATIONS

• A Two-yearEarly Childhood Education Diploma or Degree program
• A Two-year Child and Youth Diploma or Degree program (Ministry Director Approval), a combination of education and experience in the related field.
• Must have and maintain current registration with the College of Early Childhood Educatorsin good standing and/or must be able to obtain and maintain current registration in good standing with the College of Early Childhood Educators.
• A valid First Aid/CPR Level C certification
• Negative Vulnerable Sector Screening Check issued within one year of hire date
• Ministry-required medicalassessment

PHYSICAL CONDITIONS:

• Constant light to medium physical effort:liftingto 20 kg (44 lbs.), standing,bendingand stooping, pushing,twistingand walking.
• Environment: hot during summer and cold during winter when working outdoors

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Group Benefits Plan with Extended Healthcare and Dental Benefits
  
• Career growth and development opportunities
• A chance to play an active role in giving back to your community
• Employee Assistance Program

Although we appreciate each application, only those candidates being considered for the position will be contacted.

Tropicana Community Services commits to promoting inclusion, diversity, equity and access (IDEA) through its information and support, advocacy, programming, internal policies, and governance structures. Tropicana Community Services will aim to ensure that our staff reflect the experience, skills and diversity of the communities we serve and create an inclusive, barrier-free work environment, beginning with the recruitment process. If you have restrictions that need to be accommodated to fully participate in any phase of the recruitment process, please contact Human resources. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.