In this role, you will work collaboratively within a team to support inclusive, play-based learning experiences and contribute to the delivery of a high-quality early learning program. Guided by How Does Learning Happen?, Ontario’s pedagogy for the early years, you will help create a supportive environment that promotes the well- being, belonging, engagement, and expression of every child and family.

You will assist Registered Early Childhood Educators (RECEs) in implementing play-based programming, supporting children’s self-regulation, and fostering positive relationships with families and community partners. A key part of your role will be to uphold and integrate the principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) into daily practices, ensuring that all children and families feel respected, represented, and valued.

Your responsibilities also include contributing to pedagogical documentation, maintaining compliance with the Child Care and Early Years Act (CCEYA), and supporting a safe, inclusive, and responsive classroom environment.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Work alongside the team to implement and uphold the principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion by creating a welcoming, respectful, and responsive learning environment that reflects and values the unique identities and experiences of all children and families.
• Collaborate with the RECE to observe, document, and reflect on children’s learning experiences.
• Assist in creating meaningful pedagogical documentation that makes children’s learning visible to families and educators.
• Contribute to the planning of curriculum by using documentation to support play-based learning, guided by the principles of How Does Learning Happen?, Ontario’s pedagogy for the early years.
• Ensure all practices align with and implement the guidelines and regulations set out by the Child Care and Early Years Act (CCEYA) to maintain a safe, compliant, and high-quality learning environment.

Skills & Qualifications

• Diploma in Early Childhood Education (ECE).
• Registered and in good standing with the College of Early Childhood Educators (CECE).
• Current Standard First Aid and CPR Level C (Infant and Child) certification.
• Knowledge of the Child Care and Early Years Act, 2014 (CCEYA) and How Does Learning Happen? (HDLH).
• Strong skills in teamwork, time management, and communication.
• Experience working with young children in early learning settings.
• Familiarity with inclusive practices and supporting diverse learning needs.
• Second language proficiency considered an asset.

Working/ Employment Conditions

Working Conditions:

• Please note that we operate across three locations, and successful candidates may be assigned to work at any of these sites based on operational needs.
• Shifts are Monday through Friday (no weekends).
• Requirement to attend staff meetings and professional learning in the evenings (2 – 3 times per year).
• Travel may be required between locations.
• Must be able to meet the physical requirements of the job.

Employment Conditions:

• The successful candidate will be made an offer of employment on condition that the Regional Municipality of Halton receives a current (obtained within the past six (6) months), original and acceptable Vulnerable Sector Check by the first day of employment.
• Incumbent will be required to provide a copy of their current two-step tuberculosis test, prior to their first day of employment.