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Early Childhood Educator Lead

North York Community House
Full-time
Onsite
255 Ranee Ave Unit 4 & 5 M6A 2E3
$27.96 CAD hourly
Education

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 

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