Registered Early Childhood Educator

Compass-Early-Learning-and-Car; Peterborough; On-site; CAD 31,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Compass Early Learning and Care is seeking a Registered Early Childhood Educator for a permanent 40-hour week, Monday to Friday, with an anticipated start date of September 7, 2026. Starting salary range is $22.50–$27.52 per hour.

You will plan and lead play-based activities, supervise children, document progress, and support health, safety, and family engagement. Collaboration with staff and partners is essential.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years’ experience working with children and youth.
• Familiarity with the Child Care Early Years Act and licensing standards.
• Valid Clear Police Vulnerable Sector Check, Standard First Aid, and CPR Level C, and updated immunization records.
• Applicants must be at least 18 years of age by the beginning of employment.
• Registered and in good standing with the College of Early Childhood Educators (preferred) or pursuing ECE diploma.

Responsibilities

• Plan and lead interest-based and play-based activities reflecting children’s interests to promote development.
• Maintain active supervision while engaged in play and document learning progress.
• Create and maintain a safe environment; assist with diapering, dressing, and eating habits.
• Foster strong relationships with families and involve them in learning.
• Collaborate with coworkers, families, and community partners; participate in meetings and training.

Skills

Experience with children

Observation and documentation

Team collaboration

Health and safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Post-secondary education in a related field (preferred)

Job description

Registered Early Childhood EducatorJob Type: PermanentHours and Schedule: 40 hours – Monday to FridayAnticipated Start Date: September 7, 2026Starting Salary: $22.50 - $27.52Hiring DeclarationsCompass 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 familiesFor 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.Role and Accountabilities:As a Registered Early Childhood Educator, here are some of the accountabilities attached to this role.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.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 6 am to 6 pm, Monday to Friday. This program supports infant, toddler, and preschool-aged children.Skills and Qualifications:Required: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.Valid certifications, including a Clear Police Vulnerable Sector Check, Standard First Aid, and CPR Level C, and an updated immunization recordHigh School Diploma or GED.Applicants must be at least 18 years of age by the beginning of employment.Preferred:Registered and in good standing with the College of Early Childhood EducatorsOR 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)Post-Secondary education in a related field.Experience working in a play-based, emergent-curriculum childcare program.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.CC045 Nature Roots