Permanent Float Educator

Permanent Float Educator - CELC Beehive, Hillcrest and EarlyONCompass ELC

Location: CELC Beehive, Hillcrest and EarlyON - Hastings and Campbellford, Ontario

Role Title: Permanent Float Educator

Job Type: Permanent

Hours and Schedule: 25 to 40 hours/week – Monday to Friday

Program hours will fluctuate between 7 am to 6 pm Monday to Friday, with occasional hours during evenings and on Saturdays when supporting EarlyON.

Anticipated Start Date: December 1, 2026

Please note that this date is negotiable

Please apply by: November 24, 2026

Hiring Declarations Compass Early Learning and Care does not use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to make hiring decisions. We value authentic applications that accurately reflect each candidate's skills, experience, and qualifications. Applicants are responsible for ensuring all information submitted is truthful and represents their own work and experience.

About Us

Compass Early Learning and Care (CELC) has been in operation since 1981 and is one of the largest not-for-profit child care organizations serving East-Central Ontario. With over 700 Staff and 80 Home childcare providers, we offer 46 high-quality licensed childcare centres and over 80 licensed homes serving over 4,000 families For over forty years, Compass ELC has been dedicated to early learning and child care. We believe in creating nurturing environments that celebrate children's curiosity and whole selves. Our organization fosters a culture of growth, collaboration, and inclusivity, where every team member has the opportunity to thrive. We are committed to supporting children and families in our community. This posting is for a new position within the organization.

About Compass Early Learning and Care

Compass Early Learning and Care (CELC) has been in operation since 1981 and is one of the largest not-for-profit childcare organizations serving East-Central Ontario. With over 700 Staff and 80 Home childcare providers, we offer 46 high-quality licensed childcare centers and over 50 licensed homes serving over 4,000 families For over forty years, Compass ELC has been dedicated to early learning and childcare. We believe in creating nurturing environments that celebrate children's curiosity and whole selves. Our organization fosters a culture of growth, collaboration, and inclusivity, where every team member has the opportunity to thrive. We are committed to supporting children and families in our community. Please see our attached Vision Framework for more information.

Role and Accountabilities

• Support in Hillcrest, Beehive and EarlyON programs in Campbellford and Hastings as needed.
• Work alongside infant, toddler, preschool, kindergarten, and school-age children.
• Plan and lead interest-based and play-based activities that reflect children’s unique interests to promote the physical, cognitive, emotional, and social development of children.
• Maintain active supervision with children while still being engaged in play.
• Document children’s learning progress through observation, reflection, and research questions.
• Create and maintain an environment that protects the health, safety, and well-being of children.
• Assist the children with diapering, dressing, and eating habits.
• Foster strong relationships with families and involve them in the learning process.
• Collaborate with coworkers, families, and community partners to create a supportive environment.
• Participate in team meetings, professional learning opportunities, and staff training opportunities.
• Assist in housekeeping duties within the program.
• Follow CELC, CCEYA, and Ministry of Education policies and procedures.
• Providing quality drop-in and virtual programs that reflect "How Does Learning Happen" pedagogy, engaging parents/caregivers and children at the Early ON site and when required at outreach sites, or other Early ON sites.
• Working collaboratively with community partners to provide parents/caregivers with support and information on pre- and post-natal supports and programs, child development, parenting, nutrition, play and inquiry-based learning.
• Responding to parent/caregiver concerns about their child’s development and to make connections /referrals as necessary following Early ON protocol and policy.
• Assisting in the development and implementation of Early ON communication strategy to ensure parents have timely, accurate and helpful information regarding other services and supports for children and families, including specialized services.
• Participating in targeted outreach programs as planned.
• Participating in the collection of data, evaluation of programs, services and team function.
• Following agency policies and all Northumberland County Early ON policies on marketing, quality assurance, and other policies develop