Star Seedlings Family and Childcare Centre in Guelph is seeking a Registered Early Childhood Educator for our beautiful child care centre. Potential applicants should be familiar with Waldorf education or eager to learn this unique pedagogical approach with the very young child.
Our curriculum is designed to care for children through individual interactions, careful attention to their physical, social, and emotional needs, and by providing stability through consistency of practice. As play is the foundation for all learning, children engage in self-directed play both indoors and during our extended outdoor play periods
At Star Seedlings, we create an environment where children are at the centre of everything we do. Our program offers a lower child to staff ratio, supporting the time to build relationships with the children in our care while allowing us to complete our duties. Star Seedlings is screen and electronics free, with a unique and refreshing approach to observation and documentation of learning.
We are looking for a caregiver who is joyful and warm, with strong communication skills, and who has enthusiasm for life and learning. The ideal applicants cherish children, possess a positive attitude, are receptive to feedback and coaching, and enjoy working collaboratively with others. A love for singing and crafting is an asset (i.e., knitting, sewing, crochet, art)

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS

· Candidates must be registered and in good standing with the Ontario College of Early Childhood Educators. New graduates who have applied to the College will also be considered.
· A valid First Aid and CPR Level “C” Certificate is required
· Prior to beginning employment, a Police Vulnerable Sector Check must be obtained
· Strong communication skills
· A sound understanding of applicable legislation/ health and safety regulations
· Ability to work and contribute as part of a team
· As our staff spend time outdoors in all weather and may participate in daily off-site activities, candidates should be in good physical health
· Familiarity with Waldorf Education and or a willingness and desire to learn about the Waldorf approach.
Responsibilities:
· Prepare the environment and activities in our screen-free & electronics-free classrooms
· Provide physical care, and emotional support to children.
· Assist in classroom management using positive, gentle, and age-appropriate approaches.
· Maintain high health, safety and supervision standards indoors, in the bathroom, and outside.
· Communicate with colleagues & parents concerning classroom observations.
· Participate in parent workshops, seasonal festivals and outreach events.
· Maintain compliance with all legislative requirements, health and safety guidelines, and our standard of care
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Pay: Up to $25.00 per hour
Expected hours: 24 – 40 per week

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• On-site parking

Flexible language requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Early childhood education: 2 years (required)

Licence/Certification:

• RECE registration (required)

Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 2025-07-25
Expected start date: 2025-08-1

Please refer the Job description for details