Lead Teacher (RECE)

Ideal-Child-Services-Group-1; Toronto; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free onsite parking

Medical coverage incl. dental & vision

Casual dress code

Unionized environment

Group RRSP with employer match

Annual sick days

Staff training & development

Government grants support

Job summary

Ideal-Child-Services-Group-1 seeks a Lead RECE for our Baycrest Child Care location (Infant Room) in Toronto. This permanent, full-time role requires ECE credentials, registration in good standing, and compliance with health and safety requirements.

Ideal-Child-Services-Group-1 offers a supportive, unionized environment with benefits, professional development, and onsite facilities. The candidate will lead program delivery, maintain room order, and collaborate with staff, parents, and agencies.

Qualifications

• Warm and energetic individual with experience with Infants, Toddlers, or Preschool age groups.
• Proactive, organized, and reliable with a professional demeanor.
• Punctual and flexible to schedule changes.
• Communicates effectively with children, staff, parents, and governing agencies.
• Understanding of CCEYA/AQI/TPH/ICSG policies and site requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead the infant/toddler/preschool room in accordance with ECE standards.
• Plan and implement an Early Childhood Program as required by authorities.
• Maintain room control using positive behaviour strategies.
• Collaborate with staff and parents; ensure compliance with policies.

Skills

Warm and energetic

Initiative

Dependable & flexible

Effective communication

Childcare operations knowledge

Independent work

Program planning

Behaviour management

Program implementation

Infant/Toddler/Preschool experience

Education

ECE Diploma or equivalency

Reg. with CCE

Tools

Lillio app

Laptop/tablet use for profiles

Job description

Established multi-site Childcare Operator seeks a Lead RECE for a vacant position at our Baycrest Child Care location [Infant Room].

Position: Permanent - Full Time

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Early Childhood Education Diploma or Equivalency
• Registered and in Good Standing with The College of Early Childhood Education
• Current certification in Standard First Aid and CPR – AED Level C
• Current and Clear Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC)
• Complete Toronto Public Health Medical and Immunization requirements

Skills Required:

• Warm and Energetic individual who has the ability to work with Children of all ages, experience with Infant, Toddler and/or Preschool group is an asset.
• Must possess strong initiative and organizational skills and have a positive attitude
• Dependable and Flexible - arrives on time and ready to commence work as scheduled
• Communicate effectively and professionally with Children, Staff and Parents, ICSS Management, and any other Governing Agencies
• Must have general knowledge of Childcare Operations and an ability to comply with all the requirements from CCEYA/AQI/TPH/ICSG [incl. TDSB Policies and Procedures for sites located in TDSB]
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision, as well as in a team environment.
• Has the ability to implement an Early Childhood Program as per requirements set out by governing agencies
• Maintain Room control with positive Behaviour Management Strategies
• Ability to plan and implement a program

Assets:

• Working Knowledge of the Lillio Application (Parent Portal)
• Experience with laptop/tablet use to program and record Children’s profiles

Hours of work:

• 8 hours/day [40 hours/week]
• Centre Hours of Operation are 7:00am – 6:00pm

Benefits:

• Free Onsite Parking
• Medical Coverage incl. Dental Plan and Vision Care
• Casual Dress Code
• Unionized Environment
• Group RRSP Program with Employer RRSP Matching
• Annual Paid Sick Days Allocation
• Staff Training & Development
• Additional Grants as per Government and City approvals and Funding availability
• Rotating Shifts (scheduled as per Centre’s Operational Needs)

In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, a request for accommodation will be considered throughout the hiring process. If you need an accommodation for accessibility, please let us know at the time we contact you to arrange for an interview.

ICSG is an Inclusive Environment and an Equal Opportunity Employer