Hours: Exact working hours to be discussed
Pay Range: Ranging from 23 - 26$ per hour, depending on experience
Vacancy Status: This posting is for an existing vacancy

About Us

Golden Minds Academy provides a nurturing Montessori inspired for young children. We work closely with families to help children build confidence, independence, and a love of learning. At GMA, we value teamwork, integrity, quality programming, and strong relationships with children and families.

Position Summary

We are looking for a qualified and experienced Registered Early Childhood Educator / Lead Teacher to plan and lead a safe, caring, and developmentally appropriate classroom program.

The RECE Lead Teacher will support children’s learning and well-being, guide classroom routines, mentor assistants, communicate with families, and help ensure the classroom follows school policies and Ontario child care requirements.

Key Responsibilities

- Lead the daily classroom program and routines.
- Plan and implement age-appropriate learning experiences for children.
- Support children’s social, emotional, cognitive, language, and physical development.
- Maintain a safe, clean, respectful, and welcoming classroom environment.
- Use positive guidance and respectful communication with children.
- Observe children and document their learning and development.
- Communicate professionally with parents, coworkers, and the Supervisor.
- Support children with individual needs, allergies, medical plans, and routines.
- Follow the Child Care and Early Years Act, Ontario Regulation 137/15, and school policies.
- Maintain accurate classroom records, attendance, accident reports, and daily communication.
- Guide and support assistants, students, or volunteers in the classroom.
- Support classroom organization, transitions, meal times, rest time, outdoor play, and daily routines.




- Participate in staff meetings, training, and professional learning.
- Work closely with the Supervisor/Director to support licensing, health and safety, and program quality.

Qualifications

Required:

- Registered Early Childhood Educator in good standing with the College of Early Childhood Educators. Only members in good standing may use the protected titles ECE or RECE in Ontario.
- Diploma or degree in Early Childhood Education, or an equivalent approved pathway.
- Minimum 2 years of experience in licensed child care.
- Experience leading or supporting a classroom team.
- Ability to guide, mentor, and support assistants, students, or volunteers.
- Strong knowledge of child development, licensing requirements, positive guidance, and classroom routines.
- Valid Standard First Aid and CPR-C, including infant and child CPR. Ontario requires supervisors and staff counted in ratio to hold valid standard first aid including infant and child CPR from a WSIB-recognized training agency.
- Clear Vulnerable Sector Check before employment begins. Ontario child care regulations require a vulnerable sector check for employees before employment begins, with limited exceptions.
- Health assessment and immunization documentation as required by Public Health.
- Strong communication, organization, teamwork, and classroom management skills.

Leadership / Supervisory Requirements:

- being a RECE in good standing,



having at least two years of licensed child care experience, and being approved by a director; or otherwise, being considered capable by a director to plan and direct the program, be in charge of children, and oversee staff.

Preferred:

- Previous Lead Teacher, Room Lead, or Supervisor experience.
- Montessori experience or interest in Montessori education.
- Experience working with toddlers, preschool, or Casa children.
- Experience mentoring assistants or supporting classroom leadership.
- Knowledge of “How Does Learning Happen?” and Ontario early years pedagogy.
- Strong parent communication skills.
- Familiar with The Toronto Assessment for Quality Improvement (AQI)

We Are Looking For Someone Who Is

- Passionate about early learning.
- Caring, patient, and professional.
- Confident in leading a classroom.
- Organized and dependable.
- Solid in communication with families and coworkers.
- Able to lead by example.
- Calm when handling daily classroom challenges.
- Committed to children’s safety, learning, and well-being.

How to Apply:

Please apply directly on indeed.

Golden Minds Academy is an equal opportunity employer. Accommodation is available upon request during the recruitment process.

AI Disclosure: Golden Minds Academy does not use AI tools to screen, assess, or make hiring decisions for this position.

Pay: $23.00-$26.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Toronto, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Application question(s):

- Are you familiar with the Toronto Assessment for Quality Improvement (AQI)?

Experience:

- licensed child care: 2 years (required)

Licence/Certification:

- Registered early childhood educator Certitication (required)

Work Location: In person

📌 RECE Teacher / Lead Teacher (Toronto)
🏢 The Golden Minds Academy
📍 Toronto