RECE or Equivalent & Assistant Educator - Casual Supply

Upper Canada Child Care; Canada; On-site; CAD 2,893,000 - 4,188,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental benefits

Paid personal days

Wage enhancement grants

Split shift premium pay

Professional development

Childcare discounts

Mentorship program

Job summary

Upper Canada Child Care invites applications for Casual Supply positions as RECE or Assistant Educator in Tottenham. Roles involve working in our before/after school programs at Our Lady of Peace CES and require a split-shift schedule.

Pay ranges from $20.60 to $30.39 per hour with grants and premium pay. Candidates must meet licensing requirements, be at least 18, and hold ECE credentials or equivalents. This is a flexible, in-centre opportunity with ongoing professional growth.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in Early Childhood Education from a recognized college or university.
• 18 years of age or older due to licensing requirements.
• Health assessment and up-to-date immunization as required by legislation.
• 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; pedagogical documentation.
• Strong communication with families, coworkers and professionals.
• Ability to supervise children in diverse settings including outdoor spaces.
• Proficiency with Dayforce and Storypark.
• Physical stamina to perform duties including kneeling, bending and carrying.

Responsibilities

• Applies current legislative expectations and aligns with Ministry and organizational guidelines.
• Delivers a developmentally appropriate, play-based program.
• Assists with meals, snacks, toileting and diapering as needed.
• Participates in professional development, staff meetings and training.
• Maintains program charts, daily logs and reports.
• Provides guidance to assistants, students and volunteers.
• Engages with parents and participates in meetings as required.
• Uses Storypark for documentation to guide program development.
• Collaborates with team members and external agencies to support children.
• Identifies children needing additional support and helps design plans.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

CPR/First Aid

Storypark

Education

Diploma or degree in Early Childhood Education

Tools

Dayforce

Storypark

Job description

RECE or Equivalent & Assistant Educator - Casual Supply

Job Description

Posted Monday, August 17, 2026 at 4:00 AM

Upper Canada Child Care - "A smile on each child's face...every day."

We are currently recruiting Registered Early Childhood Educator(s) or Assistant Educator(s)to join our Team in Tottenham at the following location: Our Lady of Peace CES (Holding school located at Father FX O'Reilly CES).

These positions are to fill new vacancies.

Pay Range: $20.60 - $30.39/hour

• Assistant: $20.60 - $23.54/hour (includes General Operating Grant) plus Wage Enhancement Grant (up to $2.00/hr) & Split Shift Premium ($2.00/hr).
• RECE: $26.59 - $30.39/hour (includes General Operating Grant) plus Wage Enhancement Grant (up to $2.00/hr) & Split Shift Premium ($2.00/hr).

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

Position Type & Required Availability:

• Casual Supply status (variable hours): Candidates must be available to work a minimum of 5 assigned shifts every month.

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.