Permanent Float Educator - CELC Beehive, Hillcrest and EarlyON

CELC01 Compass Early Learning and Care; Hartley Bay; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages (Living wage)

Health and dental benefits

Paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Compass Early Learning and Care (CELC) Beehive, Hillcrest and EarlyON locations in Hastings and Campbellford, Ontario are hiring a Permanent Float Educator. You will support infants to school-age children across programs, plan play-based activities, supervise closely, and document learning progress while fostering family partnerships.

The role involves shifts within 7 am–6 pm, some evenings and Saturdays, with a negotiable start date and a November 24, 2026 application deadline.

Qualifications

• Familiar with the Child Care Early Years Act and licensing standards.
• Knowledge of best practices in Early Learning and Care, including How Does Learning Happen pedagogy.
• Registered and in good standing with the College of Early Childhood Educators.

Responsibilities

• Support in Hillcrest, Beehive and EarlyON programs in Campbellford and Hastings as needed.
• Plan and lead developmentally appropriate activities reflecting children's interests.
• Maintain vigilant supervision and document children's learning progress.
• Foster strong relationships with families and collaborate with coworkers and community partners.

Education

ECE Certification / Registration

Tools

First Aid & CPR

Job description

Permanent Float Educator - CELC Beehive, Hillcrest and EarlyONCompass ELC

Location: CELC Beehive, Hillcrest and EarlyON - Hastings and Campbellford, Ontario

Role Title: Permanent Float Educator

Job Type: Permanent

Hours and Schedule: 25 to 40 hours/week – Monday to Friday

Program hours will fluctuate between 7 am to 6 pm Monday to Friday, with occasional hours during evenings and on Saturdays when supporting EarlyON.

Anticipated Start Date: December 1, 2026

Please note that this date is negotiable

Please apply by: November 24, 2026

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. This posting is for a new position within the organization.

About Compass Early Learning and Care

Compass Early Learning and Care (CELC) has been in operation since 1981 and is one of the largest not-for-profit childcare organizations serving East-Central Ontario. With over 700 Staff and 80 Home childcare providers, we offer 46 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 childcare. 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. Please see our attached Vision Framework for more information.

Role and Accountabilities

• Support in Hillcrest, Beehive and EarlyON programs in Campbellford and Hastings as needed.
• Work alongside infant, toddler, preschool, kindergarten, and school-age children.
• 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.
• Document 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.
• Providing quality drop-in and virtual programs that reflect "How Does Learning Happen" pedagogy, engaging parents/caregivers and children at the Early ON site and when required at outreach sites, or other Early ON sites.
• Working collaboratively with community partners to provide parents/caregivers with support and information on pre- and post-natal supports and programs, child development, parenting, nutrition, play and inquiry-based learning.
• Responding to parent/caregiver concerns about their child’s development and to make connections /referrals as necessary following Early ON protocol and policy.
• Assisting in the development and implementation of Early ON communication strategy to ensure parents have timely, accurate and helpful information regarding other services and supports for children and families, including specialized services.
• Participating in targeted outreach programs as planned.
• Participating in the collection of data, evaluation of programs, services and team function.
• Following agency policies and all Northumberland County Early ON policies on marketing, quality assurance, and other policies developed by the Early ON team.
• Hours will be based on program needs and funding.
• Shift start and end times will fluctuate within the team and will fall within the program hours of 7 am to 6 pm, Monday to Friday.
• Hours will include some evenings and Saturdays, as well as Early ON staff meetings, professional development, and Early ON events that may occur outside of regular scheduled staff hours.

Benefits

• Competitive wages (Living wage employer) (Provincial Wage Enhancements) (Shift Premiums)
• Mandatory Defined Pension Plan - 3% employee contribution and 3% employer contribution.
• Health and dental benefits, paramedical coverage, and EFAP (Sparrow) Health Savings Account (HSA)- $500.00 per year
• Professional Development Opportunities (internal and External) (12 hours per year compensated in time in lieu of completed outside work hours)
• Reduced Child Care Expenses (20% discount) when working a minimum of 15 hours
• Paid RECE membership dues.
• Paid Time Off - starting at 4% vacation accrued annually on hours worked and 4% personal sick time accrued annually on hours worked
• Unpaid Time - an option for permanent staff to purchase up to 4 weeks of unpaid time that is prorated off of 24 pays

Skills and Qualifications

• Is familiar with the Child Care Early Years Act, and licensing standards in a childcare program.
• Has knowledge of current best practices in the pedagogy of Early Learning and Care, including "How Does Learning Happen"?
• "Think Feel Act", College of ECE "Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice".
• Has knowledge of best practices in engaging families
• Has Awareness of community services, including children’s and family services and supports, and Child growth and development.
• Has experience working/volunteering with children and youth.
• Possesses the training and documents required by the Ministry of Education, Compass Early Learning and Care, and the Child Care Early Years Act to work in a childcare setting:
• Clear Police Vulnerable Sector Check
• Standard First Aid and CPR Level C
• Updated immunization records (Or a signed and notarized refusal of affidavit or medical exemption).
• Registered and in good standing with the College of Early Childhood Educators

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 contact our Human Relations – Recruitment and Hiring Coordinators at 705-749-3488 ext. 217 and ext. 245 or [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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Compass ELC is a non-profit, charitable organization established in 1981. We are a purpose-led, value-based organization where children are at the heart of all that we do. We currently offer early learning and care (licensed infant, toddler, preschool, kindergarten and school age; EarlyON; Forest and Nature programs) at over 40 locations and support many licensed Home Child Care programs.