Share Email Opening Apply Now Title Early Childhood Educator (RECE) - EarlyON Program  Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time   Status 1.0 FTE (35 hours/week)   Opportunities Available Extensive benefits package featuring vacation time, sick leave, opportunities for professional development, and a HOOPP pension plan!   Category Healthy Growth and Development   Open Date 10/27/2025   Close Date 11/12/2025   Description Carlington Community Health Centre is a non-profit organization committed to improving the health and well-being of diverse communities. We offer a variety of services designed to foster positive change and build strong relationships with the families we serve. Our EarlyON Child and Family Centre provides community-based playgroups and early years programs designed to support the developmental needs of children from birth to age six, as well as their families. We focus on creating nurturing environments that support healthy child development, empower parents and caregivers, and strengthen families through community-based learning. This position required an RECE: you must be registered as an ECE with the Ontario College of Early Childhood Educators. If your are not an Ontario Registered ECE, your application will not be considered. Role Overview The Early Childhood Development Worker (ECDW) at our EarlyON Child and Family Centre works as part of a dedicated team to provide high-quality, inclusive early years programming to families with children aged 0-6. The ECDW will deliver playgroups and early years programs that stimulate child development, strengthen parenting skills, and foster positive family dynamics. Using a child-centered, play-based approach, the ECDW will support children’s growth within the context of their families and communities. This position requires working closely with families, caregivers, and other community partners to ensure the program meets the needs of all children, particularly those from marginalized and diverse backgrounds. The ECDW will ensure that all programs align with provincial guidelines and best practices for early years programming and that they meet sector best practices.   Position Requirements Key Responsibilities: Deliver playgroups and early years programs that promote child development and support families with children aged 0-6. Create a safe, engaging, and developmentally appropriate environment for children and families. Implement play-based, child-centered activities, with a focus on nature-based play, aligned with Ontario’s early learning framework. Collaborate with families, caregivers, and community partners to enhance children’s development and parenting skills. Provide ongoing support and resources to families and caregivers through effective communication. Work in person at the main location and at various satellite sites, as required. Provide coverage and/or support at the main site or satellite locations, with in-person attendance required. Be available for occasional weekend shifts, as assigned. Qualifications: Education: Mandatory: Diploma in Early Childhood Education (ECE) or equivalent experience in early childhood development, with a valid registration with the Ontario College of Early Childhood Educators. Experience: 3-5 years working in early childhood settings with children aged 0-6. Experience running playgroups or drop-in programs is an asset. Other: Experience working with marginalized communities, including low-income, high-needs, and newcomer families. Familiarity with program development and evaluation, as well as working in a non-profit, community-based organization, is preferred. Linguistic Profile This position is not designated under Carlington’s French Language Services Plan. Fluency in French is preferred. A third language relevant to our client population is an asset. Personal Suitability Sensitivity to the needs of marginalized and diverse clientele. Commitment to health promotion concepts, strategies, and philosophy. Commitment to community-based health care and social services, and strength-based philosophy and practices.   Salary Range $25.36 - $29.82 per hour   Reports to Early Years Coordinator   Position Float - Early Childhood Educator (RECE)   Post Internal Days 0   Created By Brittany Bourdon   Number of Openings 1   Number Filled 0   Exempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt   Hiring Manager(s)   Req Number HEA-25-00020   Location 900 Merivale and Community locations   About the Organization Carlington Community Health Centre is a non-profit organization that puts today's most pressing health care challenges at the heart of their service delivery. We turn to the best professionals and employees to help improve the health and well-being of our community. We build trusting relationships with our clients and deliver quality services through a wide range of health and social services to parents and children, youth and teens, adults, and seniors. We look to help community members resolve problems and advance concerns in the community by providing organizational support and advocacy assistance to local groups and associations. Our mission is to improve, support and promote the health and well-being of the people and diverse communities we serve!   EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. CCHC is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion. We welcome and encourage applications from the BIPOC, LGBTQ+ communities and persons with disabilities. If the application link is not working, please visit our LinkedIn page to submit your application. Thank you!   French Job Description None Specified  This position is currently accepting applications. Apply Now

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