Job Title: Registered Early Childhood Educator (RECE) – 1-Year Maternity Leave Contract
Job Type: Full-Time, 1-Year Contract (Maternity Leave Coverage)
Location: 3-58 Dawson Road, Guelph, ON
Start Date: October 6, 2025
Wage: $18/hour base, plus CWELCC wage enhancement funding

JOB SUMMARY:

We are seeking a dedicated and passionate Registered Early Childhood Educator (RECE) to join our team for a 1-year maternity leave contract, with the potential for extension. The ideal candidate is a caring professional who values responsive relationships, play-based learning, and aligns with “How Does Learning Happen?” and the Child Care and Early Years Act (CCEYA).

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be a Registered Early Childhood Educator (RECE) in good standing with the College of Early Childhood Educators (CECE)
• Able to provide RECE registration number upon request
• Strong knowledge of the Child Care and Early Years Act (CCEYA) and “How Does Learning Happen?”
• Excellent communication, organizational, and teamwork skills
• Passion for working with children and supporting early learning and development

• Plan and implement developmentally appropriate activities and curriculum
• Foster a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment for children
• Observe, document, and assess children’s development
• Build and maintain positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues
• Ensure compliance with the CCEYA and all licensing requirements
• Maintain a clean, organized, and stimulating classroom environment
• Participate in staff meetings, training, and professional development opportunities