Position: Early Years Educator (RECE) - EarlyON, Permanent Float

Reports to: EarlyON Program Supervisor

Location: Mississauga and Brampton

Job Summary
The Early Years Educator is responsible for delivering high quality play-based early learning programs to children (age 0 – 6) and their caregivers.

Duties and Responsibilities
Program Delivery

Develop and implement child-directed, quality early learning activities using the ELECT curriculum, the Four Foundations of Learning (How Does Learning Happen) and BridgeWay’s program standardizations for children 0 – 6 years of age and their parents/caregivers

Engage children in planned programs by utilizing various pedagogical approaches which reflect and include the children’s interests and needs

Communicate purpose and goals of activities with parents/caregivers in relation to child development, safe risk taking and the value of child-directed play

Provide emotional support, information and role modelling for parents and caregivers raising young children

Work with Manager to develop programs that meet the ongoing needs of clients

Work as part of a team with other staff members, students and volunteers

Greet and provide information to clients in a friendly and compassionate manner

Use appropriate tracking system to record client attendance and resource use

Provide families with agency referrals and contact information as needed

Ensure onsite community resources are accurate and up-to-date (i.e. pamphlets)

Ensure cultural sensitivity and client confidentiality are preserved at all times

Set-up and clean-up of programs

Provide respite care to parents and caregivers during education sessions

Responsible for complete set-up and take-down as well as all aspects of programming when operating at a satellite location





Provide phone support and referrals during all business hours

Ensure facilities and resources are safe, clean and well maintained

Demonstrate tact and diplomacy when discussing resources or information related to the needs of families

Engage with children and parents/caregivers in an attentive, encouraging and positive manner

Provide phone support and referral during all business hours

Use appropriate tracking system to record client attendance and resource use

Program Support

Follow all conditions and guidelines of agreements, permits or leases to maintain favourable relations; reporting and documenting all concerns or occurrences

Gather and analyze monthly statistics before submission to Manager

Work with Manager to establish new partnerships with a wide range of community services

Ensure adequate supplies are available and prepared for all programs

Utilize agency surveys to evaluate the success of programs and follow guidelines

Provide mentorship, support and direction to colleagues, students and volunteers as outlined by agency expectations (i.e. site trained on emergency procedures, program expectations and opportunities for professional growth etc.)

Responsible for the program sign-in process and resource tracking

Evaluate program success, report and periodically review with Manager

Update site procedures annually as applicable

Networking

Participate on committees,



in meetings and attend training sessions both on-site and off-site as directed by the Manager or Director, Operations

Ensure promotion of BridgeWay Family Centre programs/services

Other Activities

Respond to any additional funder requirements as directed by management

Act as a fund development advocate by following expectation of the agency's Fund Development Plan

Participate in outreach events as determined by the manager

Keep informed by reading staff newsletters, agency notices as well as partner notices

Qualifications

Degree/diploma in Early Childhood Education or approved equivalency; degree/diploma in Children and Youth; Child and Youth Worker; or relevant qualification

Minimum 2 years’ experience in a related field

Emergency First Aid/CPR B or C

RECE in good standing with the College of ECEs

Self-motivated, takes initiative and works well within a team environment

Well-developed interpersonal, communication and organizational skillsAbility to work some flexible schedule

Additional language(s) an asset

Must travel to sites within provided schedule

Hours:

Between 3 - 35 hours per week, part time and full time available (positions may include weekday, weekend and evening shifts)

Starting Salary Range

$23.00 - $28.00 per hour

We offer excellent training, salary, benefits, a Group Retirement Savings Plan and a supportive, dynamic work environment.

BridgeWay is committed to providing an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity, values differences, and supports the full participation of all employees. We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Upon individual request, we will endeavour to remove any barrier to the hiring process to accommodate candidates with disabilities.

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📌 EY Educator (Ontario)
🏢 BridgeWay Family Centre
📍 Ontario