6 Brightpath Early Learning jobs in Canada

Job Description

Since 1953, Empower Simcoe has specialized in providing a wide range of programs and services for people and families throughout Simcoe County. We are looking for innovative, passionate, and dedicated employees. Our inclusive culture empowers all of us to Be, Belong and Thrive. If you are looking for a career where you can make a difference and feel proud of the work you do everyday, you've come to the right place. Your future starts now at Empower Simcoe!

We are recruiting for an Early Learning Facilitator to support the Ontario Autism Program (OAP) Entry to School. This position may also support the EarlyON Child and Family Centre programs operated by Empower Simcoe as needed.

Using a child and family centred, collaborative approach to service delivery, this role prepares children with an Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) diagnosis to transition successfully to school. This position supports the child to experience success in a classroom environment by providing opportunities and teaching that build skills to optimize school success. Facilitators will contribute to the development of an Integrated Individual Education and Family Service Plan that is reflective of the families' visions and goals and is inclusive of all Early Intervention partners working with the child. This is a contract position ending on December 31, 2025.

Compensation Package:

• Work up to 37.5 hours per week;
• Minimum starting rate of pay is $28.73 per hour;
• 11 paid statutory holidays;
• Employer paid confidential employee assistance program for you and your family members;

Minimum requirements of these positions include :

• Early Childhood Education diploma or degree, or an equivalent of education and experience as deemed acceptable by the employer, ensuring the program is recognized by the College of Early Childhood Educators;
• Must be a registered member of the College of Early Childhood Educators in good standing;
• A minimum of two years' experience working with families and their children; working with children who have a diagnosis of ASD; and working with community partners in the Early Learning sector and school professionals;
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, demonstrating sound judgement, diplomacy, tact and listening skills;
• Ability to determine child and family strengths through the use of various assessment tools;
• Understanding of and ability to apply current Ministry of Education pedagogical practices and policy, with awareness of the Child Care and Early Years Act, 2014;
• Applicants who are bilingual in French, Spanish, Portuguese, Tamil or Urdu are preferred;

Special factors of this position:

• Must be prepared to work flexible hours as required;
• Must have a valid Class G driver's License and own reliable transportation;
• Must maintain specific certifications and licenses/memberships pertaining to areas of expertise (e.g.: membership in the Ontario College of Social Workers, or E.C.E., etc.);
• Willingness to travel to various service sites;

Duties and responsibilities (including, but not limited to) :

• Working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to implement delivery of the Entry to School program through the OAP;
• Preparing program plans that include play and inquiry-based learning opportunities and acknowledging that all children are competent, capable of complex thinking, curious and rich in potential;
• Ensuring programs foster belonging, well-being, engagement and expression for all children, parents, and caregivers;
• Planning individual and group-based activities that promote development across all developmental domains;
• Assisting children to develop independence in self-care routines;
• Engaging in conversations with parents and caregivers about child development, parenting, nutrition, play, and inquiry based learning and other topics that support their role;
• Providing targeted outreach opportunities designed for specific populations such as newcomers, teen parents, families experiencing income challenges, Grand families, families supported by child protection etc.;
• Completing all assessments, checklists and documentation in an effective and timely manner.

Empower Simcoe is committed to a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace where everyone feels respected and valued. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, ethnicity, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation or disability. Applications are encouraged from those who reflect the diversity of our community.

SUBMIT APPLICATION BY:

Internal 4:00 p.m. Wednesday, August 6, 2025

External 4:00 p.m. Wednesday, August 13, 2024

We thank all those who apply for this position. However, only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

Empower Simcoe is committed to being non-discriminatory and providing equal and barrier-free selection and appointment processes and work environments. If contacted in relation to this position, please let us know if you require accommodation during the recruitment and selection process. Our inclusive culture empowers all of us to Be, Belong and Thrive.

Please note that incomplete applications will not be considered. If you have any issues with the application process, please contact the People and Culture Department at

Vacant Position Posting #25-121

Job Description

Salary:

Centres for Early Learning includes a group of nine independently owned and operated Child Care Centres throughout the City of Toronto. Since 1975, Centres for Early Learning has been offering quality care for children, currently from infants to 12 years of age. Our philosophy is to Enrich Lives by providing the best care, nurturing and educational curriculum possible; by engaging children and families, ensuring the well-being of our children all while building their sense of belonging in our centres.

CFEL has a dedicated team ofTrusted Educatorswho provide anEnrichingenvironment where children are empowered toGrowandExcel.

Through Inspiring smiles by building experiences and shaping community, Centres for Early Learning embraces new ideas, people, and opportunities.

If you are an ECE, we'd love to connect with you!

Compensation Package:

• Base pay for an RECE will be $26.01 plus $.00 PWE, totaling 28.01; depending on experience the rate of pay may change
• Health Benefits (medical and dental).
• Wellness and Vacation Days.

Qualifications

• An ECE diploma from a recognized Ontario college
• Registered with the College of Early Childhood Educator
• Up-to-date First Aid and CPR
• Up-to-date Immunization and 2 tiered TB test

Duties & Responsibilities

• The primary responsibility is to co-ordinate and lead her/his team in planning and implementing a program and daily activities
• Provide supervision and guidance of daily activities, field trips, and special activities.
• Works cooperatively as a team member, encourages others to do likewise, and consistently maintains a positive attitude.
• Incorporate the four (4) foundations of learning Belonging, Well-being, Engagement, Expression into daily programming to ensure optimal learning and healthy development of the children
• Communicate regularly with parents regarding development of children.
• Report any issues or concerns that may arise in accordance with proper procedures.
• Direct and participate with children in all planned activities.
• Use well-developed interpersonal, and relationship-building skills; ability to establish rapport and excellent communication with members, staff, and parents.
• Attend and contribute to staff meetings and in-house professional development whether during or after regular work hour

Some daily requirements and components to the job you will need to consider are:

• Flexibility between the hours of 7:00am 6:00pm.
• Ability to lift 40 pounds.
• Eligibility to work in Canada.

Some of the exciting parts of the job:

• Health Benefits (medical and dental).
• Wellness and Vacation Days.
• Focused Training and Development CFEL focuses on creating a fun and creative environment to inspire our educators to grow and excel. We go above and beyond the average childcare centre! (i.e., annual in-house Learning conference paid time off, advancement opportunities with on-the-job training).
• Staff Recognition and Culture We love our employees and make sure to take time to let them know we value and appreciate their efforts and initiative. Examples include Wellness Activities, Smile Appreciation Day (in house employee appreciation), Child Care Worker Appreciation Day, Employment Anniversary Celebrations

Our Core Values:

• Do What is Right
  Courage over comfort
• See it Through
  Big ideas have small beginnings. own it!
• Crushin' it
  Choose something great and shatter the norm.
• We Over Me
  Nobody gets there unless everybody gets there.
• Be Curious
  Invest in yourself!
• Go the Extra Mile!
  Don't be average, be awesome.

Job offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a Police Records Check. Within the first four months and every three years thereafter, a Vulnerable Police Records Check is required

Centres for Early Learning is committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible environment, where all individuals feel valued, respected and supported. Candidates requiring an accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact the Human Resources Department.

Job Description

Salary:

Position Title:ECA

Location: Please review our locations:

Reports to:Centre Director

Compensation Package:Palisades offers a valuable compensation package:

• Base pay for an ECA will be $19.98 plus $.00 PWE, totaling 21.98; depending on experience the rate of pay may change
• Health Benefits (medical and dental).
• Wellness and Vacation Days.

Focused Training and Development CFEL focuses on creating a fun and creative environment to inspire our educators to grow and excel. We go above and beyond the average child care centre! (i.e., annual in-house Learning conference paid time off, advancement opportunities with on-the-job training).

Staff Recognition and Culture We love our employees and make sure to take time to let them know we value and appreciate their efforts and initiative. Examples include Wellness Activities, Smile Appreciation Day (in house employee appreciation), Child Care Worker Appreciation Day, Employment Anniversary Celebrations

Hours of Work:Monday Friday, within the hours of 7 am 6 pm

The Organization

Centres for Early Learning, fully licensed by the Ministry of Children and Youth Services and Toronto Childrens Services, is made up of nine childcare centres serving communities in various high need areas of Toronto, Canada. We believe that the right learning environment supports child development. With programs for infants to children 12 years of age, our centres offer fun, educational environments that parents trust and rely on. Our Education Curriculum is designed to meet the individual developmental needs of each child, including social, physical, intellectual, creative, emotional and self-concept. We are proud to have been Enriching Lives for the past 47 years, and making a difference in lives of children, families and the communities we serve.

Qualifications

• Up-to-date First Aid and CPR
• Up-to-date Immunization and 2 tiered TB test
• Confident and flexible in working with all age groups (Infants to School Age).
• Ability to manage children with challenging behaviours and communicate effectively with parents.
• Excellent teamwork skills
• Confident and flexible professionalism

Duties & Responsibilities

• The primary responsibility of the Early Childhood Assistant (ECA) is to support the RECE in planning and implementing a program and daily activities
• Works cooperatively as a team member, encourages others to do likewise, and consistently maintains a positive attitude.
• Report any issues or concerns that may arise in accordance with proper procedures.
• Supports the direction and participate with children in all planned activities.
• Use well-developed interpersonal, and relationship-building skills; ability to establish rapport and excellent communication with members, staff, and parents.
• Maintains the cleanliness of the classroom

Our Core Values:

• Do What is Right
  Courage over comfort
• See it Through
  Big ideas have small beginnings. own it!
• Crushin' it
  Choose something great and shatter the norm.
• We Over Me
  Nobody gets there unless everybody gets there.
• Be Curious
  Invest in yourself!
• Go the Extra Mile!
  Don't be average, be awesome.

Centres for Early Learning is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to employment equity and the provision of fair and accessible employment practices under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for job applicants, where needed and upon request, to support their full participation in all aspects of the recruitment process. We encourage candidates requiring any support or accommodation to notify us at the time of application to ensure the provision of equal opportunities.

Job Description

Do you picture yourself working in a calm and natural space, working alongside children and learning with them, allowing children's l earning to unfold in its own time?

Do you want to have the opportunity to grow and advance in an environment that promotes growth and advancement

Do you want to work in a professional learning environment?

Why We are Different

Childventures Early Learning Academy Inc has an excellent reputation in the field as a leader in child development. At Childventures, the focus is on adventures in learning in helping children see the possibilities in the world around them as they grow and experience life. Childventures prepares children for the rest of their lives by helping to create the building blocks of life-long learning. Childventures cares deeply about your child as an individual; our team is dedicated to providing a happy, safe, and stimulating environment designed to bring out the best in your child.

A classroom educator plays a crucial role in making the programs interesting, interactive and inclusive, encouraging a sense of exploration for each and every child. This should all be done in accordance with the vision, brand and culture of Childventures.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Participate in the age-appropriate environment rating scale annually
• Interacts with Ministry staff and other regulators around licensing requirements for inspection purposes
• Follows the centre's Quality Assurance Cycle when using program evaluation tools
• Provides positive social experiences
• Facilitates and understanding of a variety of cultures and value systems
• Provides a physically safe and emotionally supportive environment
• Implement emergency procedures
• Attending to the child's physical needs
• Actively participates in required training sessions within Childventures curriculum and community sponsored professional development
• Provide age-appropriate programs to enhance the children's cognitive, physical, social and emotional development.
• Prepare weekly program plans meeting all requirements of curriculum
• Daily observations
• Maintain child records

QUALIFICATIONS:

• RECE, ECA, or CYW
• Experience in early years education

We have apprentice opportunities for those currently, or soon to be, enrolled in an accredited post secondary institution, and have applied to the Ministry of Colleges and Universities

WHY JOIN US?

Competitive wages and vacation allowance

Paid professional development days

50% discount on childcare

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Who We Are

The Mikisew Cree First Nation (Mikisew) has lived on the ancestral lands of the Athabasca Delta and Wood Buffalo National Park in northeastern Alberta since time immemorial. The lives of our members are linked to the land and to a close understanding of traditions, history and a natural way of life. Many of our members live in the hamlet of Fort Chipewyan, and our traditional lands range over a large portion of Athabasca oil sands deposits.

Who You Are

Mikisew is currently seeking a dedicated Early Childhood Learning and Development Support Worke r based in Fort Chipewyan. The Early Childhood Learning and Development Support Worker will report to the Wellness Manager and primarily be responsible for assisting with the design, development and facilitation of Indigenous-focused, culturally safe early years drop-in parent/caregiver participation program and outreach to support Mikisew Cree First Nations children aged 0-6.

This position is in Fort Chipewyan but a hybrid model of working remoting from Fort McMurray with frequent travel weekly to the community will be considered.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Incorporate and coordinate activity-based programming for the different stages of a childs developmental growth including socio-emotional and cognitive development and inclusion for children who require additional support.
• Deliver culturally safe, wholistic early years drop-in and outreach programming
• Provide involvement of Indigenous Elders/Knowledge Keepers to honor the teachings of our ancestors, incorporate traditional storytelling, culture, values, practices, Cree language, foods and child development activities into the program.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with representatives of community-based early childcare educators, health and service providers, community organizations, agencies and at the municipality, provincial and federal level.
• Prepare and submit annual work plans/budgets and manage program according to funding terms and conditions.
• Assist with program evaluation and quality improvements, continue researching the best practices in the early years field.
  
• Participate in Health Department Team meetings.
• Other duties as required.
  

Qualifications

• Education in Early Childhood Development diploma, Social services diploma or a related field, or an acceptable combination of education, training and professional experience.
• Must have a valid First Aid and Infant CPR certification (or ability to obtain within 90 days of employment).
• Must obtain Satisfactory current Criminal Record, Vulnerable Sector and Child Intervention Record Checks. (or ability to obtain within 90 days of employment).
  
• Must have a valid Food Safe certificate (or ability to obtain within 90 days of employment).
• Valid provincial class 5 drivers license, and clean drivers abstract required.
• 1 or more years experience working with families and children aged 0 6.
• Working knowledge of Early Childhood Development and assessment tools.
  
• Understanding about child development and the impact of disability and delay on growth and development.
• Understanding and knowledge of Indigenous culture, traditions, and social determinants of health.
• Knowledge of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canadas Call to Action #12.

Other Requirements

• Ability to organize time, set priorities and multi-task to meet various timelines.
• Ability to work in a team environment with children, youth and families, and other professionals.
• Ability to be self-motivated, work well independently and be an active team member.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Excel, Teams and virtual meeting platforms.
• Possess exceptional judgement and always maintain high confidentiality in all interactions.
• Must be reliable and be prepared to work irregular hours depending on job demands.
• Previous related experience is considered a definite asset.
• The ability to speak Cree is an asset.
• Direct experience working with Mikisew Cree First Nation and in Fort Chipewyan is an asset.
• Willing and able to work a flexible schedule and some overtime.
• Comply with WCB health and safety standards to maintain a healthy and safe environment, COVID-19 safety plan and willing to participate on Health and Safety Committee.
• Willingness to participate in continuing education training.
• Must sign Oath of Confidentiality form.

Position is open until a suitable candidate is found. All applications will be reviewed, although only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Mikisew Cree First Nation is committed to equal opportunity employment and encourages applications from all qualified individuals. Final candidates for this position will be required to complete a security screening, which includes a criminal background check.

Kinanskomitin (Thank you) for your interest.