Early Childhood Educator

Job Number:

J

Job Title:

Early Childhood Educator

Job Type:

Permanent FT Support

Campus:

Progress Child Care Centre (Role may involve assignments at other campus locations)

Location:

Greater Toronto Area

Pay Range:

$ $37.04/Hour

Pay Band:

Support F

Hours/Week:

35

Shift Schedule:

A variety of shifts between the hours of 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM

Date Posted:

January 9, 2026

Closing Date:

January 16, 2026

(As a unionized employer, Centennial College gives preference to internal candidates as defined in the collective agreement. External candidates will be considered only if there are no qualified internal candidates)

Centennial College recognizes and affirms Diversity, Equity and Inclusion and Indigenous ways of knowing as central to the vibrancy and uniqueness of its learning and working academic mission. We strongly encourage applications from members of Indigenous communities and all equity-deserving groups including Women, Racialized, Persons with Disabilities, and LGBTQ+ communities.

We also recognize that Centennial is situated on the Treaty Lands of the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation and pay tribute to their legacy as well as that of all First Peoples that have been and remain present here in Toronto. We recognize that First Peoples come from sovereign Nations and that part of understanding our responsibilities of residing on this territory are understanding the true history, circumstances and legacy of the Treaties signed here (such as the Toronto Purchase, Robinson-Huron Treaty and Williams Treaties) and including pre-contact Treaties and Agreements between sovereign Nations and that all peoples in this area are therefore Treaty people with obligations and responsibilities to all our relations.

Position Summary

The Early Childhood Educator, under the direction of the Supervisor/Manager, undertakes all duties pertaining to the care and education of the children enrolled in the Early Childhood Laboratory Centre. The incumbent also models skills to the Early Childhood Education and Early Childhood Assistant students to support their theoretical training. The incumbent develops and maintains a professional relationship with families, demonstrating genuine appreciation and respect for diverse family systems and practices.

Responsibilities

• Implementing and providing daily feedback and observations relating to the curriculum established by the ECE leader
• Facilitating daily indoor and outdoor activities to enhance language, motor skills, independence and problem-solving through music, science, art, dramatic play, etc.
• Establishing positive interactions and rapport while guiding the children in all areas of development in accordance with the program philosophy
• Assisting to ensure overall health and safety of the children enrolled in the program
• Adapting and maintaining an environment which appreciates and respects the diverse individual and group needs of the children and their families
• Supporting and communicating with parents, faculty and the community
• Supporting students in the ECE and ECA programs

Qualifications/Experience

• Minimum two (2) year ECE diploma or equivalent
• Membership in good standing with the College of ECE
• Minimum of one (1) year related experience in a licensed child care setting obtained after completion of ECE diploma
• Current First Aid and CPR Certificate
• Clear Police Record Check with vulnerable sector
• Current Food Handler's Certificate an asset
• Demonstrated effective interpersonal skills in a child care setting working with infants or toddlers and pre-school children from a diverse background
• Proven flexibility, cooperation and willingness to share ideas and knowledge to enhance team-building
• Experience, knowledge and understanding of cultural diversity
• Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. on a regular basis
• Successful candidates will be required to submit medical documentation as required by licensing/public health

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Proof of credentials or equivalencies from accredited regional or federal post secondary institutions and/or their foreign equivalents will be required at the time of job offer.

When applying, your cover letter and résumé must include examples that reflect all of the requested skills and qualifications and must be submitted online by January 16, 2026 at 11:59 PM EST. Please quote Job ID J Misrepresentation of applicant information will be grounds for your exclusion from the competition or for dismissal should you subsequently be hired for the position. We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

We are committed to providing persons with disabilities equal opportunities regarding all employment activities, including access to jobs and accommodations during employment as required, in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC) and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).