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Niagara Nursery School and Child Care Centre - Registered Early Childhood Educator/Child
Company Name:Niagara Nursery School and Child Care Centre
Position Title:Registered Early Childhood Educator/Child
Location:Niagara-On-The-Lake, Ontario, Canada
Job Type:Permanent : Full Time
Start Date:November 23, 2026
Hours/Week:40
Hourly Wage:25.86
Shift Work:Yes
Applications Open:November 02, 2026
Applications Closed:November 30, 2026
Job Requirements
Must be able to legally work in Canada and have proven knowledge and expertise in child development and in the Ontario Framework.
Overview
Job Description
We are seeking a dedicated and passionate Registered Early Childhood Educator and/or Child Care Practitioner to join our team. This role involves creating a nurturing, engaging, and educational environment for young children, supporting their developmental milestones through innovative teaching strategies and individualized care. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in early childhood education, classroom management, and child welfare, with a commitment to fostering a positive learning atmosphere. Experience with curriculum development, special education, and literacy education is highly valued. This position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on children's lives while working in a collaborative and supportive setting.
Responsibilities
Develop and implement age-appropriate curriculum plans that promote early childhood development, literacy, math, physical education, and social skills.
Manage classroom activities to ensure a safe, inclusive, and stimulating environment conducive to learning and growth.
Collaborate with families, educators, and specialists to support individual learning goals and developmental progress.
Conduct assessments using standardized testing when appropriate to monitor progress and inform instruction.
Maintain accurate records of children's development, attendance, and classroom activities in compliance with licensing standards.
Incorporate Play-Based learning or other specialized educational methods as applicable to enhance learning experiences.
Promote child welfare by ensuring safety protocols are followed at all times within the classroom environment.
Experience
Prior experience working with children in daycare, preschool, private school settings or similar environments is required.
Demonstrated expertise in curriculum development across early childhood subjects such as literacy education, math, physical education, and classroom management.
Knowledge of childhood development theories and practices related to Infant, toddler, and preschool care is essential.
Strong communication skills for effective collaboration with parents, colleagues, and community partners.
Experience working with diverse student populations including those requiring additional support such as special education is desirable. This role offers an enriching opportunity for educators committed to nurturing young minds during their formative years while contributing positively to their community’s educational standards.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits
Dental care
Employee assistance program
Extended health care
On-site parking
Paid time off
Work Location: In person
Contact Information
How to Apply:Submit resume and cover letter
Contact Name:Maegan Price RECE
Contact Email:niagaranursery@gmail.com
Contact Phone:9054689055
Website:Niagara Nursery School and Child Care Centre
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For assistance, please call 905-646-7311 or email eccdc@eccdc.org
More about this job
Responsibilities
Develop and deliver age-appropriate learning activities that support children's development, literacy, math, physical education, and social skills while maintaining a safe and inclusive classroom. Collaborate with families and specialists, assess and document children's progress, and follow child-safety and licensing requirements.
Requirements
Prior experience working with children in a daycare, preschool, private school, or similar setting is required, along with knowledge of child development and the Ontario Framework. The role also requires curriculum and classroom-management expertise and strong communication skills; experience supporting diverse learners and children requiring special education is desirable.
Skills
- Early Childhood Education
- Child Development
- Curriculum Development
- Classroom Management
- Literacy Education
- Mathematics Education
- Physical Education
- Play-Based Learning
- Special Education
- Child Welfare
- Developmental Assessment
- Record Keeping
- Communication
- Family Collaboration
- Inclusive Education
- Infant, Toddler, and Preschool Care
Benefits
- Dental Care
- Employee Assistance Program
- Extended Health Care
- On-Site Parking
- Paid Time Off
Visa sponsorship
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Hiring contact
Maegan Price
Keywords
- Registered Early Childhood Educator
- Child Care Practitioner
- Early Childhood Education
- Ontario Framework
- Child Development
- Curriculum Development
- Classroom Management
- Literacy Education
- Mathematics Education
- Physical Education
- Social Skills
- Play-Based Learning
- Special Education
- Infant Care
- Toddler Care
- Preschool Care
- Developmental Milestones
- Individualized Care
- Developmental Assessment
- Standardized Testing
- Child Welfare
- Licensing Standards
- Inclusive Learning Environment
- Family Collaboration
