Registered Early Childhood Educator

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About The Early Learning Centre

Toronto Metropolitan University’s School of Early Childhood Studies prepares students for a range of careers working with young children and their families, as well as in the areas of early childhood research and policy.

The Early Learning Centre (ELC) is the School's licensed laboratory early learning and care centre. The ELC offers a program for children ages sixteen months to five years and serves as a unique demonstration model of exemplary practice in early learning. Staff endeavour to maintain excellent relationships with the children and families through an active Parent Advisory Committee, social events, and daily interactions. The ELC is an active learning environment for students in the Early Childhood Studies degree program. Many students complete their field education experiences in the ELC. Students also visit the ELC to observe children and early childhood educators to gain skills in observations and to learn about curriculum for the early years. The ELC accommodates visitors and students from a variety of programs. The ELC is a site for research and innovation in early childhood.

The Opportunity

We are looking for a Registered Early Childhood Educator (RECE) to join our team. The RECE plans, implements and maintains programming for toddler and preschool children, ensuring compliance with the Child Care and Early Years Act, City of Toronto expectations and Public Health protocols. The RECE will create and maintain relationships with children’s families, as well as internal and external stakeholders to provide the best possible care to each child. This role also participates in research and provides support to Early Childhood Studies students to further the development of the early childhood education field.

Please note, the working hours for this position may be 9:00-5:00pm, 9:30-5:30pm or 10:00-6:00pm, with occasional need to work alternate hours due to operational needs.

Qualifications

To help us learn more about you, please provide a cover letter and resume describing how you meet the following required qualifications:

• Completion of a post-secondary degree in a related field.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in the field of early childhood education and care that includes planning and implementing programming for children, documenting children’s progress, meeting with families, conducting presentations and workshops, and supporting field placement students.
• Equivalent experience or a combination of equivalent experience and education may be accepted in place of education.
• Registered member of the Ontario College of Early Childhood Educators and in good standing with the CECE.
• Knowledge of teaching practices and methods and experience with inquiry-based approach to early learning.
• Knowledge and understanding of the College of Early Childhood Educators (CECE) Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice.
• Knowledge of the Ministry of Education’s early learning documents.
• Strong written, oral, and interpersonal skills to liaise with internal and external Toronto Metropolitan University community members, including families and students.
• Demonstrated commitment to and experience with principles of equity, diversity and inclusion to build a campus community inclusive of Toronto Metropolitan University’s diverse population.
• Ability to work independently and within a variety of team structures.
• A clear criminal reference and vulnerable sector check, Standard First Aid and CPR (Level C), and up-to-date immunizations and TB tests are required.

Position Number10002472Reports ToSupervisor, Early Learning CentreDepartmentEarly Learning Centre,

School of Early Childhood StudiesEmployee GroupOPSEUVacancy TypeTerm

This is a current vacancyWork LocationOn-campus / In personStart DateASAPEnd DateNovember 24, 2027Hours of Work36.25Grade 12Salary Scale$78,272.15 - $99,152.84Posting DateMay 12, 2026Application Close DateMay 26, 2026

• Qualified OPSEU candidates will be considered before members of other employee groups.
• Equivalent experience or a combination of equivalent experience and education may be accepted in place of education.
• Applicants who do not meet all of the posted qualifications may, upon the University’s sole discretion, be considered to fill a vacancy on an underfill basis.
• As part of the selection process, candidates may be required to complete an occupational assessment.
• Applications will only be accepted online through Toronto Metropolitan University's career site.
• We will provide an accessible experience for applicants, students, employees, and members of the Toronto Metropolitan University community. We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the recruitment process. If you have restrictions that need to be accommodated to fully participate in any phase of the recruitment process, please submit your request through the AskHR webform. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.