Registered Early Childhood Educator (RECE)

Company: Simple Learners Early Learning & Childcare Centre

Location: North York, ON M3J 1N6

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $25.00–$28.00 per hour

Schedule: Monday to Friday | 8-hour shifts | Day shift

Work Location: In person

Full

Simple Learners is seeking passionate, dedicated, and qualified Registered Early Childhood Educators (RECEs) to join our growing team.

We are committed to providing high-quality, inclusive, and developmentally appropriate early learning experiences in a protected, nurturing, and stimulating environment.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong classroom leadership, excellent communication skills, a comprehensive understanding of child development, and a commitment to implementing engaging, play-based educational programs.

As a RECE, you will play an essential role in supporting children's cognitive, emotional, social, and physical development while ensuring compliance with Ontario's childcare licensing requirements.

Key Responsibilities

- Plan, develop, and implement engaging, developmentally appropriate, play-based learning programs.
- Provide classroom leadership and support Early Childhood Assistants and other classroom staff.
- Create and maintain a safe, inclusive, nurturing, and stimulating learning environment.
- Observe, assess, and document children's learning, development, interests, and progress.
- Develop individualized learning experiences that accommodate children's unique abilities, needs, and interests.
- Implement Ontario's How Does Learning Happen? pedagogical framework.
- Promote positive guidance, emotional regulation, independence, and social development.
- Ensure appropriate supervision and maintain children's health, safety, and well-being.
- Establish positive and professional relationships with children, parents, guardians, and colleagues.




- Maintain accurate attendance records, developmental documentation, and incident reports.
- Ensure classroom practices comply with the Child Care and Early Years Act, 2014 (CCEYA), Ministry of Education licensing requirements, and centre policies.
- Support daily routines, including meals, toileting, diapering, outdoor activities, and rest periods.
- Participate in staff meetings, professional development, and quality improvement initiatives.
- Collaborate with centre management to maintain high standards of early childhood education.

Qualifications
- Diploma in Early Childhood Education from a recognized institution or recognized equivalent qualifications.
- Current registration and good standing with the College of Early Childhood Educators (CECE) in Ontario (required).
- Experience working in early childhood education or a licensed childcare setting preferred.
- Strong knowledge of Ontario's How Does Learning Happen? framework.
- Understanding of the Child Care and Early Years Act, 2014, and childcare licensing regulations.
- Excellent classroom leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively with infants, toddlers, and preschool-aged children.
- Experience supporting children with special needs or diverse abilities is an asset.
- Strong documentation, observation, and report-writing skills.
- Proficiency in basic computer applications and digital documentation.




- French-language proficiency is considered an asset.
- Commitment to professionalism, ethical practice, teamwork, and continuous professional learning.

Required Documentation
- Proof of current CECE registration and good standing.
- Early Childhood Education diploma or recognized equivalent.
- Satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Check in accordance with applicable regulations.
- Valid Standard First Aid certification, including Infant and Child CPR Level C.
- Health assessment and immunization records as required by applicable regulations and centre policies.
- Professional references upon request.

We are committed to creating an environment where every educator feels valued, respected, supported, and motivated to succeed.

Work Schedule

- Monday to Friday
- 8-hour shifts
- Day shifts
- Full-time, permanent

How to Apply Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume highlighting their educational qualifications, CECE registration, and relevant childcare experience.

We thank all applicants for their interest in joining Straightforward Learners Early Learning & Childcare Centre. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Simple Learners Early Learning & Childcare Centre is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and providing a welcoming environment for children, families, and employees.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.00-$28.00 per hour

Benefits

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care

Ability to commute/relocate:
- Toronto, ON M3J 1N6: reliably commute or be willing to relocate with an employer-provided relocation package (required)

Education:
- DCS / DEC (required)

Language:
- English (required)

Licence/Certification:
- ECE Licence (required)

Work Location: In person

📌 Registered Early Childhood Educator (RECE) (Toronto)
🏢 Simple Learners Early Learning Child Care Centre
📍 Toronto