RECE & Assistant Educator - Split-Shift Position

Upper Canada Child Care; Canada; Hybrid; CAD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Split shift premium pay

Paid training and development

Childcare discounts

Group RRSP program

Formal mentorship program

Job summary

Upper Canada Child Care is hiring for a RECE/Assistant Educator in Alliston, ON (split-shift, 27.5 hours/week). The role requires a diploma/degree in Early Childhood Education (or equivalent), current ECE registration, and CPR-C/First Aid.

You will work in our before and after school program, supporting children with developmental activities and family engagement. The organization offers competitive compensation with split-shift premium pay, ongoing training, and employee benefits.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in Early Childhood Education (or approved equivalency).
• At least 18 years of age due to licensing requirements.
• Up-to-date registration with the College of ECEs (if applicable).
• CPR-C and Standard First Aid certification (training provided if required).
• Experience with inquiry/play-based program design and implementation.
• Good communication (written and verbal) with families and colleagues.
• Ability to supervise children in various settings including outdoors.
• Proficiency with computer systems; Dayforce and Storypark experience.

Responsibilities

• Applies MOE requirements and program standards to ensure compliance.
• Adheres to the Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice for RECEs.
• Engages with children to provide a positive learning experience and assist with meals, toileting, and dressing.
• Participates in professional development, staff meetings, and training.
• Completes program charts, daily logs, and administrative tasks.
• Provides guidance to assistant educators, students, and volunteers.
• Communicates with parents and attends meetings as needed.
• Uses Storypark for documentation to guide program development.
• Collaborates with team members, school personnel, and outside agencies.
• Identifies children needing extra support and helps design individual plans.

Skills

Communication

Initiative

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Stamina

Inquiry/play-based design

Education

Diploma or degree in Early Childhood Education

Tools

Dayforce

Storypark

Job description

RECE & Assistant Educator - Split-Shift Position

Alliston, New Tecumseth, ON, Canada

Job Description

Upper Canada Child Care - “A smile on each child’s face…every day.”

We are currently recruiting Registered Early Childhood Educator(s) or equivalent (Child and Youth Worker or OCT Member) and Assistant Educator(s) to join our Team in Alliston at the following location: Alliston Union PS.

*Candidates must be available to work a split shift in a before and after school program.

Position Type & Required Availability:

• Full-time Split Shift Position (27.5 hours/week): Candidates must be available to work a split-shift (morning and afternoon) in our Before & After School programs Monday-Friday to be considered.

Who We Are:

Upper Canada Child Care, non-profit licensed provider since 1983, operates 85+ centres in Toronto, York Region, and Simcoe County. We offer full-day and before and after school programs, summer camps, and a forest school. Guided by values of support, trust, safety, respect, and professionalism, we prioritize play-based learning and outdoor exploration. We invest in quality program delivery, providing specialized supports and training. Ministry of Education licensed, our programs reflect the four foundations of learning. Join us and help put “a smile on each child’s face…every day.”

What We Offer Our Educators:

As a large and growing organization, we have the ability to offer competitive compensation and rewards, including regular pay increases, wage enhancement grants, paid personal days, medical and dental benefits, split shift premium pay, paid training and development, involvement in charity initiatives, long term service awards, childcare discounts, group RRSP program, formal mentorship program and the opportunity to advance and move throughout the organization. Upper Canada Child Care also operates summer day camps at select locations, in addition to unique programs such as residential camp and forest school.

Position Summary:

To ensure operational and curriculum requirements are met in compliance with all Ministry and organizational guidelines. To ensure the delivery of a developmentally appropriate, play based program by applying specialized skills and knowledge related to early childhood education. Supports the organization’s vision, mission, and guiding values. This is a fully in-centre position.

Job Responsibilities:

• Applies current legislative expectations and professional knowledge to support a program that is consistent with Ministry of Education requirements and in accordance with Upper Canada Child Care’s program statement.
• Adheres to the Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice as outlined by the Ontario College of Early childhood Educators (for RECE position).
• Engages with the children and provides a positive learning experience. Provides a range of care including assisting with meals/snacks, toileting, diapering, dressing, etc.
• Participates in professional development opportunities, staff meetings and training sessions as required.
• Completes program charts, daily logs, reports, and other administration tasks as required.
• Provides guidance to assistant educators, students and volunteers as needed.
• Fosters the engagement of and ongoing communication with parents about the program and their children. Attends parent and community meetings as needed.
• Uses Storypark for pedagogical documentation as a guide for program development.
• Effectively collaborates and communicates with other team members, school personnel, and outside agencies to help support the needs of all children.
• Identifies children in need of additional support. Guides parents through the process of accessing resources. Helps design and implement individual support plans as required.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Diploma or degree in Early Childhood Education (or approved equivalency) from a recognized college or university (for ECE position).
• At least 18 years of age or older due to licensing requirements.
• Health assessment and up-to-date record of immunization as outlined by legislation.
• Up-to-date registration with the College of ECEs (if applicable).
• Up-to-date certification in CPR-C and Standard First Aid (training provided upon selection if required).
• Experience with inquiry/play based program design and implementation, and with the use of pedagogical documentation.
• Uses initiative; applies sound reason in solving problems and resolves conflict in a calm, professional manner.
• Proven ability to communicate (written and verbal) effectively and establish appropriate relationships with families, coworkers and other professionals.
• Have the physical and emotional stamina to effectively supervise children in a variety of settings including outdoor public spaces.
• Ability to use computer systems and programs; including Dayforce, and Storypark.
• Moderate level of physical effort is regularly required; including but not limited to kneeling, pushing, pulling, bending, and carrying.

Upper Canada Child Care is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace and encourages applications from members of our diverse communities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Please contact the interviewer in advance if you require accommodations.

Thank you for your interest; only applicants who may be interviewed will be contacted.