Posting Date September 30, 2026 ABOUT CHILD DEVELOPMENT INSTITUTE Children are at the front and centre of what we do; they are the foundation of our purpose and the basis for our evidence-driven strategy. Our mission is to transform the lives of children, youth and their families by developing and delivering innovative, research-based mental health and early learning programs. At the Child Development Institute (CDI), we are passionate about helping our communities’ most vulnerable members and their caregivers.

Joining us now is a rewarding opportunity to be part of an organization that is built on a legacy of more than 100 years of helping children and families. Recognized as a leader and model for measurement-based impact, we are client-centred, family-centred, and data-informed. We are a place where professionals grounded in mental health, care, and well-being of infants, children and youth, come together in collaboration, learning and inclusion.

As a multiservice organization delivering social, emotional, and behavioural counselling services, early childhood education, learning disabilities and mental health services, and family violence services, we address the whole person from when they begin their life. Every child and family that reaches out to us is unique, and we value and embrace their individualityWe deliver the tailored support and tools they need to build life-long skills, positive mental health, and resilience. With their trust in us, we guide children and families along a supportive journey.

It is an often difficult path and simultaneously the most rewarding experience for providers, children and families. The CDI, Early Learning Centre, is seeking a knowledgeable and competent full timeRegistered Early Childhood Educator to join ParkdaleELC team for a Four-month(4-month)



contract. The incumbent will be responsible for the development and implementation of the children’s program in a manner that is consistent with CDI Early Learning Centre’s play-based program and reflects How Does Learning Happen? (HDLH) Ontario Pedagogy for the Early Years, Every Child Belong (ELECT), the Child Care and Early Years Act (CCEYA), Toronto Children’s Services Assessment for Quality Improvement (AQI) and Toronto Public Health (TPH).

This is a 35-hour weekly in office, daytime position, working M-F. Supervision of children in a safe and healthy environment # Update the children’s attendance throughout the day # Observe and document children’s daily interactions and responses to track their interest and developmental needs # Develop and implement planned daily programs that engage, stimulate and challenge the children # Review regularly how your program reflects the Four Foundations of Learning and Development from ‘How Does Learning Happen?’ (Well-Being/Expression/Belonging/ and Engagement) and AQI requirements # Works with Resource Consultants to develop and implement program plans for children with special needs # Responsible for establishing the daily program routine and children’s schedules # Provide constructive feedback regarding their child(ren) # Create opportunities for children to engage in their community, library, community walks, etc.



# May be asked to be the ‘In-Charge’ person when the Director is off site. # Provide placement supervision to post‑secondary ECE students # Maintains records, program plans, daily care information, and other documentation as required by TCS, CCEYA and TPH # Participates regularly in supervision as required by agency policy. # Responsible for reporting any signs of child abuse to Children’s Aid Society # Early Childhood Education Degree/Diploma Registered member (in good standing) College of Early Childhood Educators (CECE) Strong customer service capability; Be a dedicated and flexible team player able to interact with team members, and colleagues at all levels of the agency. Required to have a flexible work week in order to meet client needs, community-based services.

This is a unionized position under CUPE paying $58,689 per annum and pro-rated based on the length of the contract. Fostering positive transformations in mental health for over a century, CDI is a world‑class leader trusted in helping children, youth and families through a wide range of evidence‑informed services to build lasting change. At CDI, we prioritize the mental well‑being and work‑life balance of our teams.

Flexible hours in a planned program environment. If you want to be part of our vision to make a measurable lifelong impact on the mental health and well‑being of children, youth and their families, join us. CDI is firmly committed to diversity within its community and welcomes applications from racialized persons/persons of colour, Indigenous People of North America and the world, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ persons, and those who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.

📌 Early Childhood Educator (FT 4 Months Contract - Parkdale) (Toronto)
🏢 Child Development Institute
📍 Toronto