Program Educator - CELC Northern Lights

Compass Early Learning and Care; Canada; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading childcare organization in Ontario seeks an Early Childhood Educator to engage with children in a nurturing environment. The role includes planning play-based activities and fostering relationships with families. Ideal candidates have experience working with children, valid certifications, and a passion for early learning. Competitive salary offered in a supportive team atmosphere.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years experience working with children and youth.
• Familiarity with licensing standards.
• Valid certifications including Police Check and updated immunization records.

Responsibilities

• Plan and lead play-based activities for children's development.
• Maintain active supervision of children during play.
• Document children's learning progress through observation.

Skills

Experience working with children

Knowledge of Child Care Early Years Act

Strong communication skills

Team collaboration

Creativity in activity planning

Education

Registered Early Childhood Educator

First Aid Certification

CPR Level C

Job description

Overview

Salary: $22.12 - $26.12

Location: CELC Northern Lights - Keene, Ontario

Contract Type: 12-month Contract (Maternity Leave)

Hours: 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Anticipated Start Date: October 1, 2025

Anticipated Contract End Date: October 1, 2025

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Come Work with Compass ELC

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 42 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. The Minden program joined Compass Early Learning Care in 2018 and is located in the beautiful Haliburton County.

About the role

At Compass ELC Northern Lights, you will work as an Early Childhood 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. You will work 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday. Shift start and end times will fluctuate within the program hours of 7 am to 6 pm and will be based on program needs.

Responsibilities

• 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.

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 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)

How to Apply

To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter through our Bamboo Careers Page.

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 Coordinator at ext. 217.