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About the Role

The R.E.C.E. is responsible for providing and supporting an Early Learning and Development environment for children (0-12 years) in a group setting, in keeping with the Child Care and Early Years Act (CCEYA), municipal guidelines and the policies and procedures of Family Day.

Responsibilities

• Implement and practice the High/Scope® educational approach to curriculum and the Hanen Learning Language and Loving It™ Program
• Plan, develop and implement programs that reflect children’s interests and respond to diverse individual and cultural needs
• Participate in short and long term planning and evaluation activities
• Observe and assess children’s progress and behavior to ensure programs meet individual and group needs
• Lead and/or participate in assessment meetings for children with special needs with the supervisor and/or other agencies; make recommendations to adapt programs as necessary
• Demonstrate empathy, sensitivity and support to the family unit
• Practice respectful communication with children, parents, colleagues, teachers, managers, students and volunteers
• Support, comfort and encourage children experiencing difficulties and help them understand and handle their feelings
• Manage within Ontario’s Occupational Health and Safety standards
• Guide and assist children in developing independent eating, dressing and toileting habits
• Participate in regular staff meetings, individual supervision, training and related activities both internal and external including performance review
• Perform other duties as required

Requirements

• Must be registered and a member in good standing with the College of Early Childhood Educators
• Minimum of 2 years of child care experience preferred
• Medical required – including TB (two stages) 6 months current to hiring date
• Police Vulnerable Sector Check 6 months current to hiring date
• Valid Standard First Aid and CPR, level C
• Able to work all shifts between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m.

Skills

• Leadership
• Communication
• Organization
• Assessment
• Teamwork
• Confidentiality
• Commitment
• Accountability
• Initiative
• Creativity
• Knowledge of best practices in the Early Learning development field
• Commitment to social inclusion

Location

• Wexford SA/EDP

Work Type

• Permanent Part Time
• 25 hours/week
• 5 hours/day
• Split Shift

Experience Level

• Minimum of 2 years of child care experience preferred

Education Level

• Early Childhood Education Degree or Diploma
• Registered and member in good standing with the College of Early Childhood Educators
• Training in HIGH FIVE®, PHCD or HIGH FIVE® Sport is a definite asset

Salary/Compensations

• $32,011

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Generous vacation, sick leave and medical appointments
• Child Care discount
• Discounted GoodLife memberships
• Training & professional development funding
• Potential for career growth
• Employee referral bonus

About the Company

• Family Day Care Services is a non-profit, charitable organization with a long and distinguished history of providing high-quality early learning and child care services to children and families throughout Toronto, York and Peel Regions.
• We are a multi-service organization with over 700 employees, providing a broad range of services including: 29 Child Care Centres, 49 Before and After Care programs, 204 Licensed Home Child Cares, 9 EarlyON programs, 2 Homework Plus programs, and Special Needs Resourcing for children and their families living in the Greater Toronto Area.

Equal Opportunity

• Family Day fosters a positive inclusive workplace culture, with a workforce that is representative of the families and communities it serves.
• Committed to the principles of diversity and inclusion, Family Day encourages candidates from diverse backgrounds and those who may need accommodation, to apply to join our team.
• In accordance with Ontario’s hiring transparency requirements, no artificial intelligence (AI) systems are used to screen, assess, or select applicants for this position.
• In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, and the Ontario Human Rights Code, Family Day Care Services will provide a reasonable accommodation to employees and prospective employees to the point of undue hardship upon request and as required in respect of the individual’s particular restrictions and limitations.
• Family Day Care Services is committed to providing a safe environment for children. All applicants will be thoroughly screened using background checks and a review process.