Registered Early Childhood Educator (Whitby)

Overview We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Early Childhood Teacher to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for creating a nurturing and stimulating environment for young children, fostering their social, emotional, and cognitive development. The ideal candidate will create a warm, engaging, and developmentally appropriate learning environment that encourages exploration, builds confidence, and fosters a love of learning in each child. Key Responsibilities: - Plan and implement daily activities and learning experiences that align with early childhood education best practices and curriculum guidelines. - Promote social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development through play-based and structured learning. - Maintain a clean, organized, and safe classroom environment. - Build positive relationships with children, families, and coworkers. - Observe, document, and assess each child’s progress and share updates with families during conferences and informal check-ins. - Support children in developing self-regulation, conflict resolution, and social interaction skills. - Ensure compliance with health and safety standards and licensing requirements. - Work collaboratively with other educators and participate in team planning and professional development. Qualifications: - Diploma or Degree in Early Childhood Education (ECE) or equivalent. - Must be registered in good standing with college of ECE. - Valid First Aid and CPR certification. - Criminal record check with vulnerable sector clearance. - Experience working with preschool-aged children in a group setting. - Robust knowledge of preschool developmental stages and curriculum approaches. - Compassionate, patient, and enthusiastic with excellent communication and teamwork skills. - Patience, creativity, and enthusiasm for working with young children. - Must be familiar with and Implementation of How Does Learning Happen document. Preferred Skills & Attributes: - Experience with emergent curriculum, Montessori, or play-based learning environments. - Familiarity with documentation practices such as learning stories or portfolios. - Ability to adapt to diverse learning styles and needs. Benefits: - Competitive compensation package - Paid time off and holidays - Access to ongoing training and workshops - Supportive and inclusive team environment Job Type: Full-time Pay: $22.00-$25.00 per hour Flexible language requirement: - French not required Work Location: In person Apply on Kit Job: kitjob.ca/job/2pd4zh