About Our Centre

Gledhill Avenue Child Care Centre (GACCC) is a non‑profit child care centre serving the East York community since 1989. We are licensed for 166 children and operate:

- Full-day Preschool Program
- Kindergarten and School Age Before/After School Programs
- Full-day programs during summer and school breaks

Position Summary

We are seeking a Registered Early Childhood Educator (RECE) to join our team on a part‑time basis.

Job Status

Part‑timel (Bargaining Unit Position) – CUPE Local

- Start Date: August 31, 2026

Monday‑Friday between 2:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Compensation

- Hourly Wage: As per Collective Agreement wage grid (dependent upon on qualifications and experience)
- Vacation Pay: Paid in accordance with the Employment Standards Act (ESA)
- Public Holiday Pay: Provided in accordance with ESA eligibility requirements

This position is covered by the Collective Agreement between Gledhill Avenue Child Care Centre and the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE) Local . Wage progression is based on the Collective Agreement wage grid and applicable service requirements.

Unionized Workplace

This position is part of the bargaining unit represented by CUPE Local .

- Employees must become and remain members in good standing of the Union within 30 days of employment
- Union dues are deducted as per the Collective Agreement
- Employment is subject to applicable Collective Agreement provisions

Major Responsibilities

- Ensure the health, safety, and well‑being of all children
- Implement centre policies, procedures, and program statement




- Support daily program operations and transitions
- Maintain a clean, safe, and engaging environment
- Use positive, developmentally appropriate guidance strategies
- Build respectful and inclusive relationships with children and families
- Complete required documentation (attendance, incident reports, etc.)
- Follow all health and safety practices, including Toronto Public Health guidelines
- Support both indoor and outdoor programming
- Perform daily cleaning and sanitization duties

Required Qualifications

- RECE in positive standing with the College of Early Childhood Educators (Ontario)
- Experience working in a licensed child care setting & non for profit (preferred)
- Valid Standard First Aid & CPR-C (infant/child)
- Current Vulnerable Sector Check
- Up-to‑date immunizations and TB test (as required)
- Ability to: Lift up to 25 kg & participate in active indoor/outdoor programming year‑round

Assets

- Food Handler Certification
- Experience in unionized environments

Ontario Hiring Transparency Statements

We welcome applicants with relevant experience gained in Canada or internationally. Canadian experience is not required.

AI Disclosure

We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess, or select applicants for this position.

Accessibility & Accommodation

GACCC welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request throughout the recruitment and selection process in accordance with AODA.

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📌 Registered Early Childhood Educator (RECE) Permanent Part time (Unionized)
🏢 Gledhill Avenue Child Care Center
📍 Toronto