Job Title: Registered Early Childhood Educator (RECE) Department: CNC Reports To: Manager, CNC Hours of Work: Flexibility to work evening and weekend shifts (rotating 8-hour shifts between 7:00 a.m. and 11:00 p.m.) Application Deadline: August 14, 2026 Job Purpose The Early Childhood Educator (ECE) will report to the Manager, Welcome Centre and Immigrant Services – Ajax and the Team Lead, Care for Newcomer Children (CNC) Program. The successful incumbent will be responsible for the day-to-day operation of the Care for Newcomer Children (CNC) Centre. The CNC program at CDCD offers a safe environment for children of immigrant parents/legal guardians (ages 19 months to 6 years) to engage in age-appropriate activities while their parents participate in person in various IRCC-funded programs at the Ajax Welcome Centre.

The ECE will assist with the enrollment process for new children and their families, planning program activities, communicating effectively with parents, and completing various administrative forms and tasks as required.

Company Overview Community Development Council Durham (CDCD) is an independent, not-for-profit social planning organization that has been working to enhance the quality of life for individuals, families and communities in Durham for the last 56 years. We organize a variety of research, community development and social planning initiatives as well as administer and deliver front- line social service programs. Please visit us at www.cdcd.org for more information.

Duties And Responsibilities Using client-centered, anti-oppression, anti-racism, trauma-informed, gender-based analysis plus+ and strength-based approaches, build relationships and establish rapport with existing community partners, vendors, staff and volunteers.

Maintain confidentiality and privacy protection measures for all community partners, vendors, staff, volunteers and clients

Promote a high-functioning teamwork environment that is inclusive, harmonious, cooperative, efficient and productive.

Participate in promoting a positive workplace culture through agency committee membership and departmental activities

Maintain accurate records on each enrolled child, including but not limited to medical and consent forms, respecting privacy and confidentiality.

Assist in providing and fostering an environment that protects the health, security and well-being of children enrolled with the Centre.

Acknowledge that children may have diverse needs and backgrounds,



and work towards creating equitable opportunities for all children to engage.

Conduct Centre tours for parents and guide the enrollment process. Assist in developing and leading age-appropriate activities and programs.

Document children’s learning and development and communicate progress with parents regularly. Ensure safety and cleanliness of the Centre is maintained by cleaning and sanitizing high-touch surfaces, toys, and any other areas or items as required.

Assist children with daily routine activities such as eating, toileting and any scheduled program activities.

Responsible for noting each child’s food restrictions and allergies. Identify indicators of child abuse, understand and apply legal responsibility and moral imperatives to report suspected abuse to the Team Lead, Manager and Child Protection Services.

Actively communicate with parents through various methods such as phone calls, emails, and/or newsletters. Serve as the point of contact for parents’ questions regarding procedures and programs. Take responsibility and ownership to respond to queries in a timely manner. Assist in promoting, marketing, and advertising the CNC program.

Build connections and increase engagement of parents and children, providing opportunities for them to get involved in other programs offered at the Ajax Welcome Centre. Maintain accurate client and volunteer records using the program database and iCARE (The Immigration Contribution Agreement Reporting Environment) system reporting platform.

Prepare narrative and statistical reports on a monthly basis and as required.

Promote a socially inclusive environment, recognizing and applying attitudes and practices that are sensitive to and appropriate for people with diverse cultural, socioeconomic and educational backgrounds.

Qualifications Early Childhood Educator Diploma

Must be registered and a member in good standing in the College of Early Childhood Educators (CECE)

Minimum of 2-year professional experience working with young children

Experience working with new immigrant families and children

Knowledge of Child Care and Early Years Act Strong, clear and professional communication skills - verbal,



written and facilitative

Proficiency in a second language is an asset

Valid standard first aid certification including infant and child cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) Additional Requirements The ECE will need to be flexible in the case of attending evening and/or weekend meetings and events as required.

A valid Ontario driver’s license (Class G), use of a vehicle and insurance with the ability to work in a variety of settings is an asset.

The successful candidate must provide acceptable Vulnerable Sector Screening prior to commencing employment.

Up-to-date immunizations and TB test, including certificate demonstrating proof of full vaccination against COVID-19 (or have a valid medical or other Human Rights Code-related exemption).

Physically able to participate in children's activities with the ability to lift to 20 lbs.

Where such support is required, referrals are made to qualified professionals and specialized service providers.

This job posting relates to an open vacancy. The recruitment process does not involve artificial intelligence or automated decision-making. All candidate assessments and hiring decisions are conducted by human reviewers.

APPLICATION PROCESS: Applicants are requested to submit their resume and a cover letter outlining their strengths, experience and aptitude to fulfill the position requirements. CDCD thanks all applicants for their interest; however, only those asked for additional information and/or selected for an interview will be contacted. CDCD is committed to providing equal opportunity to all employees.

We strive to create a diverse and inclusive workplace that represents the cultural mosaic of the Durham Region and the communities we serve. We recognize the value that comes from the different viewpoints, unique experiences and diverse perspectives of our employees, who bring fresh, current ideas to our business. Diversity plays a key role in our ability to deliver our mission.

CDCD is strongly committed to diversity and inclusion within its community and encourages applications from Indigenous peoples, racialized persons/persons of colour, persons with disabilities, women, 2SLGBTQIA+ persons, and others who may contribute to fostering innovative ideas and solutions. As an employer, CDCD has a duty to accommodate potential candidates throughout the hiring process in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005.

📌 Registered Early Childhood Educator (RECE) (Ajax)
🏢 Community Development Council Durham
📍 Ajax