Early Childhood Educator Lead

Position Summary 
The Early Childhood Educator Lead position is responsible for developing and facilitating age-appropriate program activities that stimulate children’s physical, social, emotional, and cognitive development, in cooperation with other program staff. This also involves liaising with parents, instructors, and other NYCH staff. 

Responsibilities 

• Maintains required records including registration forms; child profiles, immunization records, terms and conditions, and daily records. 

• Updates staff records, policies, and health information 

• Prepares accident and incident reports 

• Prepares and submits written reports including monthly reports to IRCC, major accident reports to IRCC, student evaluations, and reference letters 

• Communicates with parents about their children, and provides instructions to new participants 

• Provides updates to the program manager 

• Prepares program plans that reflect the values, customs and traditions of the participants using staff inputs 

• Develops age-appropriate activities for children 

• Takes lead role in running activities and supervising children 

• Purchases supplies for the program 

• Posts appropriate information and posters in the program area 

• Conducts fire drill once a month and shelter-in-place as required 

• Checks children daily, for injuries and illness as they arrive for the program 

• Inspects and maintains toys, play areas and playground for safety hazards 

• Provides day-to-day supervision and assistance to childcare workers 

• Supervises volunteers/placement students 

• Ensures that supply staff are always available 

• Updates and adds new supply staff to existing lists 

• Engages and supports parents and other community members with newcomer issues through referrals and information 

• Attends cross-organization and team meetings, events and staff development sessions to share updates, best practices and other information 

• Join NYCH committees as required/recommended 

Education, Experience, and Skills  

• Minimum level of education is a Community College Diploma in Early Childhood Education and must be registered with the College of ECE and in good standing 

• Must possess First Aid & CPR certification 

• Minimum of 2 years of experience working with children 6 months – 13 years old or the equivalent acceptable combination of education and experience working in the non-profit sector 

• Minimum of 2 years of experience supervising staff and volunteers  

• Strong understanding and awareness of settlement issues and concerns of newcomer children and parents.  

• Verbal and written communication skills - ability to communicate clearly and appropriately with different groups; fluency in additional languages an asset 

• Effective time management skills –manage own time and schedule by planning, prioritizing and organizing tasks effectively; juggle multiple responsibilities as well as the ability to deal appropriately with confidential data 

• Ability to work independently and complete work without direct on-site supervision; handle daily problems 

• Strong team player who stays in contact with supervisor and team members  

• Proficiency in the use of computers, laptops, photocopiers, smart phones, projectors and printers as well as proficiency using software 

• Ability to adapt to changing working conditions, program requirements and client needs
  
  

Other Requirements:   

Documented proof of a valid police reference check is required for employment at NYCH, as well as an annual declaration.

Typically works regular hours Monday – Friday from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm with occasional evening/weekend work 

How To Apply  

Please submit cover letter and resume by May 9 , 2025 at 5:00 p.m. to:  
Early Childhood Educator Lead– Hiring Committee, North York Community House  

If you are not able to apply online, please drop off your cover letter and resume at our Ranee location: 

North York Community House  

255 Ranee Ave. Suites 4 & 5 Toronto, Ontario Canada M6A 2E3