Birchmount Bluffs Neighbourhood Centre (BBNC) is a charitable, multi-service, neighbourhood-based organization serving the Scarborough Southwest community. For over 41 years, BBNC has provided inclusive, accessible, and community-based programs and services for children, youth, families, older adults, and individuals of diverse abilities and backgrounds.

BBNC's Child and Family Programs include the Licensed Nursery School, EarlyON, Children Programs, summer programming, and other initiatives that support children and families. BBNC is committed to creating welcoming environments where children and families feel supported, included, and connected to their community.

Position Overview

BBNC is seeking a caring, knowledgeable, and community-minded Registered Early Childhood Educator (RECE) to support the delivery of high-quality early learning, child development, and family-focused programming across BBNC's Child and Family Programs.

The RECE will work across BBNC programs, including the Nursery School and EarlyON, while also providing support to other Child and Family Programs.

The RECE will be responsible for creating safe, inclusive, stimulating, and developmentally appropriate environments for children and families. The position will support program planning and implementation, child development, family engagement, health and safety, documentation, administrative tasks, community outreach, and collaboration with BBNC staff, students, volunteers, community partners, and families.

When working within all Child and Family Programs, the RECE will carry out responsibilities in accordance with applicable legislation, licensing requirements, BBNC policies and procedures, and the program's approved policies and practices.

The successful candidate will be flexible and able to work collaboratively across different BBNC children's programs while maintaining a solid focus on the needs of children and families.

Key Responsibilities

- Program Planning and Delivery: Plan and implement inclusive, age-appropriate, play-based learning activities that support children's physical, social, emotional, cognitive, language, and creative development. Use observations, children's interests, and developmental needs to guide programming, incorporating ELECT and How Does Learning Happen? where appropriate.
- Nursery School Programming: Provide a safe, nurturing,



and stimulating learning environment for children approximately 2.5–5 years old. Support children's development, positive behaviour guidance, daily routines, and learning experiences in accordance with applicable licensing requirements and BBNC policies.
- EarlyON and Family Programming: Support inclusive, family-centred programs that encourage early learning through play, exploration, and social interaction. Engage parents and caregivers, share relevant child development information and resources, and connect families with community services when appropriate.
- Child and Family Support: Build positive relationships with children and families, respond to individual needs, and adapt activities and environments to support diverse abilities and developmental needs. Communicate concerns to the appropriate supervisor or program lead while maintaining confidentiality.
- Health, Safety and Well-Being: Maintain a safe, clean, and organized program environment. Follow applicable legislation, licensing requirements, public health guidelines, BBNC policies, and established procedures for supervision, allergies, illness, injuries, and emergencies.
- Program Administration and Events: Complete required program documentation and records, prepare and maintain materials and supplies, and communicate resource needs. Assist with family activities, workshops, special events, PA Day programming, seasonal programs, and other children's initiatives as required.
- Teamwork and Professional Practice: Work collaboratively with BBNC staff, students, volunteers, families, and community partners to support consistent program delivery. Maintain registration in good standing with the College of Early Childhood Educators of Ontario (CECE), required First Aid and CPR certification, and any required document. Participate in professional development and follow BBNC's policies, procedures, and commitment to inclusion and accessibility.
- Other Duties:



Perform other related duties as assigned by the Program Supervisor or Executive Director.

Education & Qualifications

Required

- Early Childhood Education diploma or degree from a recognized post-secondary institution.
- Current registration in good standing with the College of Early Childhood Educators of Ontario (RECE).
- Knowledge of child development and early learning practices.
- Knowledge of play-based learning and developmentally appropriate programming.
- Knowledge of How Does Learning Happen? Ontario's Pedagogy for the Early Years and Early Learning for Every Child Today (ELECT).
- Knowledge of applicable early learning and child care legislation, regulations, standards, and requirements.
- Current Standard First Aid and CPR certification, as required.
- Ability to successfully obtain and maintain a Vulnerable Sector Check in accordance with BBNC requirements.
- Ability to work effectively with children, parents, caregivers, families, staff, students, volunteers, and community partners.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong organizational, time-management, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Ability to adapt programming and activities to meet individual children's needs.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and other systems used for program administration.
- Ability to work evenings and weekends for programs, events, or organizational activities.

Assets
- Experience working in or overseeing a licensed child care, nursery school, EarlyON, recreation, community centre, or other children's service environment.
- Experience working with children from birth to 12 years of age.
- Experience supporting children with diverse abilities or additional needs.
- Experience working with families from diverse cultural, linguistic, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
- Experience with community outreach and family engagement.
- Experience working with volunteers, students, or placement students.
- Experience planning family workshops, children's activities, community events, or educational programming.
- HIGH FIVE® training or experience working within HIGH FIVE® standards.

Pay: $23.00-$27.00 per hour

Ability to commute/relocate

- Scarborough, ON M1N 3J7: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Work Location: In person

📌 Registered Early Childhood Educator (RECE) – Child & Family Programs (Scarborough)
🏢 Birchmount Bluffs Neighbourhood Centre
📍 Scarborough