(Roman Catholic Applicants only)

The Waterloo Catholic District School Board serves over 38,000 learners and provides services to students in 50 schools (Kindergarten to Grade 12 and adult learners) across the Waterloo Region.

The Board conducts intentional recruitment and selection as it seeks to achieve a state of greater equity for employees and students and to diversify its workforce.

All qualified applicants are welcome and encouraged to apply and applicants may choose to indicate if they are from a group who has experienced racial or social discrimination. Self-identification data will be used as a consideration in this posting. Aggregate data will be stored anonymously to support improvements to the Board’s hiring processes.

General Description Of Duties

As a Registered Early Childhood Educator (RECE) you will be available for daily occasional, long term and permanent (full and part time) assignments. The responsibilities of the position include collaborating with other educators to plan and implement the Early Learning Kindergarten program within a classroom setting and/or taking the lead in implementing age appropriate learning for groups of students as part of the Extended Day Program.

The RECE will deliver faith-based Early Learning Programs in an environment that enhances children’s cognitive, physical, social, spiritual and emotional development.

Responsibilities For Both Kindergarten And Extended Day Programs

- Partner with classroom educators and other designated staff to plan and implement the Early Learning Kindergarten and Extended Day Program(s) through developmentally appropriate curriculum-based activities
- Collaborate with classroom educators and other designated staff to support individual student’s identified needs, strengths, interests and stages of development
- Observe, monitor and assess the development of pupils in Kindergarten and/or Extended Day Program
- Collaborate with classroom educators and special education teacher to carry out specialized activities to support learning for students requiring an Individual Education Plan (IEP)
- Collaborate with Extended Day team to implement a developmentally appropriate curriculum based on the Extended Day Program expectations
- Maintain a healthy, physical, emotional and social learning context for students
- Provide a variety of experiences to strengthen pro-social skills such as sharing, problem solving and cooperation
- Provide guidance in washroom routines, dressing and lunchtime activities
- Maintain appropriate records for students (e.g. health, attendance, etc.) respecting confidentiality and adhering to all privacy legislation
- Collaborate and maintain set-up of classroom (e.g. display,



organization of materials etc.)
- Knowledge and understanding of Ministry of Education’s Kindergarten Program Document
- Experience in planning and implementing age appropriate programs
- Knowledge of related legislation and pertinent Board policies and directives such as, but not limited to Administration of Medication and/or Special Services
- Ability to stand/walk for extended periods and move/carry equipment for program; and must be able to physically assist children as required (e.g. lifting)
- Basic computer competency
- Where applicable, attend staff meetings, appropriate school-level meetings and professional development activities
- Perform related administrative functions as required such as attendance and billing in the extended day program
- Complete any duties as assigned by Administrator or ECE Supervisor

Additional Responsibilities For Extended Day Program

- Provide supervision and age-appropriate programming for students registered in grades Kindergarten though grade 6
- Perform related administrative functions as required
- Communicate with parents and school staff as appropriate
- Facilitate nutrition breaks
- Ability to communicate (both oral and written) in a skilled manner with students, parents, staff, and the general public
- Proven ability to follow organizational policies and procedures in an appropriate and timely manner
- Strong organization and time management skills
- Demonstrate knowledge of classroom management
- Complete other related duties as assigned by the Administrator or ECE Supervisor

Rate of Pay (Grid) for Permanent & Long Term in an Assignment 40 consecutive days or more: $35.93 - $37.76 per hour**

Based on years of experience while being a member of the College of Early Childhood Educators

- A shift allowance is provided to qualified RECEs in a permanent or long term 10:30 am to 6:00 pm assignment.

Schedule And Hours Of Work Full-time positions: 7 hours/day plus ½ to 1 hour per day unpaid lunch Part time positions: 3.5 hours/day

Schedules will vary from school to school and will range from 7:00 am to 6:00 pm

RECEs are normally called for assignments that range from a start at 8:00 am to those that end at 6:00 pm. Long Term assignments may include schedules that commence at 7:00 am to 2:30 pm or 10:30 am to 6:00 pm





Application Package Requirements :(Current ECE students on track to graduate this spring are welcome to apply)

- Cover Letter and Resume
- Copy of Early Childhood Education diploma OR confirmation of enrollment in Early Childhood Educator Program.
- Member in Good Standing with the College of Early Childhood Educators (NOTE: new graduates not required to provide)
- CPR Level C Certificate (First Aid Certification)
- Copy of Roman Catholic Baptismal certificate
- Catholic Pastoral Reference form (Optional): Please complete priest reference form for Designated Early Childhood Educators available on our website chrome .
- If you are unable to provide a Catholic Pastoral Reference Form, please complete the Declaration of Commitment Form available on our website
- Two (2) professional references (one reference must be immediate supervisor)

Application Process Applicants are required to apply directly through Apply to Education at: For Apply to Education assistance, please contact 1-(phone hidden) (Monday – Friday, 7:30 am – 7:00 pm EST.) In the application process, identify your qualifications and abilities, such as relevant experience to perform the duties of this job. Include your resume and covering letter in your application.

Incomplete applications may not be considered. Detailed information on the application process can be found at:

Applications will be accepted until 4 pm on September 10, 2026. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be notified.

To request this file in large print, please email If you require a disability related accommodation to participate the recruitment process, please contact us at (519) 578- 3677, extension 2368 to discuss your needs under the Human Rights Code. Responses to inquiries will be provided within 72 hours.

At WCDSB, we are committed to respecting your privacy and will take appropriate measures to protect any personal information you may share with us through the job application process. Personal information is collected under the authority of the Education Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. E.2, s. 171(1)3, and pursuant to section 28(2) of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (MFIPPA).

The information collected will be used for the purpose of determining eligibility and qualifications for employment and for administering human resources and employment-related functions. Questions regarding this collection may be directed to the Board’s Privacy Officer at (phone hidden) ext. 2381.

The successful candidate will be required to produce a satisfactory Criminal Background Check. For further information refer to policy APS 038 on the website of the Waterloo Catholic District School Board

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