Registered Early Childhood Educator (RECE) – Montessori Setting We are seeking a passionate, dedicated, and knowledgeable Registered Early Childhood Educator (RECE) who demonstrates a genuine respect for children and a strong understanding of Montessori philosophy. The ideal candidate is patient, nurturing, observant, and intentional in their approach, with the ability to guide children’s development while fostering independence, confidence, concentration, and a lifelong love of learning. The RECE is responsible for supporting children’s social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development through Montessori principles and practices. This includes maintaining a thoughtfully prepared environment, facilitating purposeful learning experiences, and ensuring each child feels valued, supported, and encouraged to reach their individual potential.

Key Responsibilities
- Prepare and maintain an orderly, inviting, and developmentally appropriate Montessori environment that encourages exploration, independence, and self-directed learning.
- Observe, assess, and document children’s individual development, interests, strengths, and learning needs to guide programming and lesson planning.
- Plan and deliver engaging Montessori lessons across all curriculum areas, including Practical Life, Sensorial, Language, Mathematics, and Cultural Studies.
- Demonstrate appropriate use of Montessori materials and provide purposeful, individualized presentations based on each child’s readiness and developmental stage.
- Foster independence, concentration, problem-solving, self-regulation, and responsibility through daily learning experiences.
- Protect uninterrupted work cycles and encourage children to engage meaningfully with their chosen activities.
- Model grace and courtesy, kindness, respect, and positive communication throughout the classroom.




- Implement inclusive programming that accommodates diverse learning styles, abilities, backgrounds, and individual developmental needs.
- Apply positive behaviour guidance strategies that align with Montessori philosophy and school policies.
- Build warm, trusting, and respectful relationships with children, families, and colleagues.
- Maintain open and professional communication with families regarding children’s daily experiences, development, and progress.
- Support children's daily routines, including toileting, hygiene, meals, transitions, and self-care, while promoting dignity and independence.
- Ensure Montessori materials are complete, accessible, clean, organized, and properly maintained.
- Maintain a safe, healthy, and stimulating learning environment while actively supervising children at all times.
- Follow the centre’s policies and procedures, the Child Care and Early Years Act (CCEYA), and all applicable Ministry of Education licensing requirements.
- Participate in staff meetings, parent–teacher conferences, curriculum events, professional development, and school-wide activities.
- Maintain accurate classroom documentation, observations, attendance records, and required program records.
- Demonstrate professionalism, initiative, teamwork, and a consistent commitment to Montessori values.
- Maintain current RECE registration in good standing with the College of Early Childhood Educators (CECE) and participate in ongoing professional learning to strengthen Montessori knowledge and teaching practices. Skilled Expectations The successful candidate must demonstrate the ability to balance the responsibilities of a Registered Early Childhood Educator with the principles of Montessori education. They should be confident in guiding a classroom, implementing meaningful programming, maintaining a prepared environment, and supporting each child's development through intentional teaching, observation, and respectful interactions. Work

Location:
In person

📌 Registered Early Childhood Educator (Mississauga)
🏢 Early Learners' Montessori School
📍 Mississauga