Early Childhood Educator at MACAULAY CHILD DEVELOPMENT

Toronto, Ontario, Canada -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

01 Aug, 26

Salary

56099.0

Posted On

03 May, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Early childhood education, Inclusive programming, Special needs support, Curriculum planning, Child safety, Classroom management, Communication, First aid, Microsoft office suite, Program evaluation, Team collaboration, Problem-solving, Observation skills, Sanitation, Mentoring students

Industry

Non-profit Organization Management

Description

Helping kids, families and communities thrive since 1932. www.macaulaycentres.org [http://www.macaulaycentres.org/] To learn more, watch our video here [https://youtu.be/YwDXaqT3XDo?si=lIT9hD1d5UD7YCON] ---------------------------------------- Trained Teacher (Early Childhood Educator) Temporary Full Time HOURS OF WORK: 7 hours/day NUMBER OF POSITIONS: 2 VACANCY: New Vacancy START DATE: June 29, 2026 - September 4, 2026 REPORTS TO: Site Supervisor, St. Thomas Aquinas Child Care Centre ---------------------------------------- POSITION SUMMARY: Develops and leads the implementation of high quality developmentally appropriate programs for children to facilitate their physical, social, emotional and cognitive growth. Leads the implementation of programs and activities that facilitate the inclusion and integration of children with special needs. Supports a team environment in the classroom and the Centre. This position is currently based at St. Thomas Aquinas Child Care Centre (636 Glenholme Avenue Toronto, ON M6E 3G9). ---------------------------------------- RESPONSIBILITIES: * Plan and organize a safe environment and supervise children to protect their safety and personal well-being at all times while in care. Make sure equipment and physical environment is maintained free of safety or health hazards. * Plan, execute and evaluate daily programming using the curriculum and approach approved by the agency to promote children’s optimal emotional, cognitive and physical development. Encourage active learning to build self-esteem in an inclusive and respectful environment. Facilitate planned and spontaneous experiences. * Work in compliance with the Child Care Early Years Act, the Toronto Operating Criteria (Assessment for Quality Improvement), Toronto Public Health guidelines, the Occupational Health & Safety Act and all other applicable regulations and Laws. * Observe children’s strengths, areas of challenge, emerging skills and interests. Plan, implement, evaluate and revise programming to meet individual and group needs. Collaborate with other staff as applicable (e.g. Assistant Teacher, Resource Teacher) * Demonstrate positive adult/child interaction, use effective and appropriate communication with children, promote children’s independence and problem-solving skills, build children’s confidence, assist children with understanding and dealing with the consequences of their behaviour and model mutual respect and kindness * Communicate sensitively and appropriately with parents/families. Provide meaningful feedback and information regarding their child’s learning and development, emerging skills and interests and the purpose of activities * Liaise with other agencies and individuals to support children’s progress and success (e.g. Schools, Special Needs Consultants) * Support the team to effectively manage children’s medication schedule and allergies * Drop off and or pick up children from buses outside Centre (if applicable/if required) * Serve and clean up lunches, prepare snacks, maintain a clean, organized and sanitary kitchen, and perform housekeeping duties as assigned/as needed. * Supervise student teachers and assist in completing college evaluation forms and in discussion with student and placement teachers. QUALIFICATIONS: * Early Childhood Education degree/diploma or equivalent and experience working with families and children, including children with special needs * Experience and demonstrated ability to deliver inclusive programming to children with special needs * Member in good standing with the College of Early Childhood Educators * Strong working knowledge of the ELECT, High Scope curriculum and program planning based on an inclusion model respectful of all children’s abilities * Good written and verbal communication skills and excellent listening skills * Computer literacy required together with proficiency using Microsoft Office Suite, Internet and email * Demonstrated ability to build and maintain effective work partnerships with parents/families, colleagues and service providers of diverse backgrounds, abilities and identities * Acceptable Vulnerable Police Record Check. * Current Standard First Aid certification and appropriate medical and immunization record. ---------------------------------------- SALARY: Trained Teacher Salary Scale (Starting at $28.34/hour [$51,574 - $56,099 per annum]) with paid time off entitlements. ---------------------------------------- THIS POSITION IS WITHIN THE CUPE LOCAL 2563 BARGAINING UNIT. Internal candidates: Apply through the Internal Career Centre on ADP Sign In | ADP WFNPORTAL [https://online.adp.com/signin/v1/?APPID=WFNPortal&productId=80e309c3-7085-bae1-e053-3505430b5495&returnURL=https://workforcenow.adp.com/&callingAppId=WFN&TARGET=-SM-https://workforcenow.adp.com/theme/admin.html]. External candidates: Apply through the Macaulay Job Opportunities Page at https://macaulaycentre.org/opportunities/job-opportunities/ [https://macaulaycentre.org/opportunities/job-opportunities/] INTERNAL APPLICATION PERIOD FOR CUPE LOCAL 2563 BARGAINING UNIT: May 4, 2026 - May 8, 2026 DATE POSTED: May 4, 2026 ---------------------------------------- Macaulay Centres for Children values the diversity of people and communities and is committed to excellence and inclusion. We welcome qualified individuals who contribute to the diversity of our staff group. Macaulay Centres for Children offers accommodation for applicants with disabilities in its recruitment process. If you are contacted by the agency regarding a career opportunity, please advise if you require accommodation. We thank all applicants for their interest in our organization, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. This job posting is available in alternate formats upon request. Macaulay Centres for Children is committed to service and employment equity.

Responsibilities

The educator develops and implements developmentally appropriate programs to facilitate children's physical, social, emotional, and cognitive growth. They also ensure a safe, inclusive environment while collaborating with families and other professionals to support individual child needs.