Career & Volunteer Opportunities

Registered Early Childhood Educator (RECE)

Location: Lakeside Childcare, Sarnia-Lambton, Ontario
Reports to: Centre Supervisor and Director
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

About Lakeside Childcare:
Lakeside Childcare is committed to providing a high-quality learning and customer service
environment that nurtures children’s development, promotes creativity, and encourages
exploration of the natural world. By embracing How Does Learning Happen?, Ontario’s
Pedagogy for the Early Years, and integrating play-based and nature-based learning, we offer
programming that fuels children’s curiosity, creativity, and love for risky play. Our approach
fosters children’s well-being and strengthens their sense of belonging within the center, their
families, and the broader community.

Position Summary:
The Registered Early Childhood Educator (RECE) at Lakeside Childcare will plan, organize, and
implement high-quality programs for children aged 18 months to 5 years. RECEs will lead
activities stimulating children’s intellectual, physical, and emotional growth while ensuring their
safety and well-being. We seek a passionate, energetic individual with a child-centered approach
to care committed to interactive play, learning, and development.

Duties and Responsibilities: The educator’s duties include, but are not limited to:

1. Program Development and Implementation:
○ Plan and implement daily childcare programs using the center’s planning tools and
forms that support children’s physical, cognitive, emotional, and social
development.

2. Lead Interactive Activities:
○ Facilitate interactive activities such as storytelling, singing, excursions, and
creative expression through art, dramatic play, music, sensory exploration, and
loose parts play based on the children’s interests.

3. Create a Safe and Supportive Environment:
○ Ensure the physical, emotional, and social safety of all children in compliance
with the standards of the Sarnia-Lambton Public Health Unit, the Ministry of
Education, and Lakeside Childcare.

4. Nature-Based Learning:
○ Integrate nature-based experiences (e.g., outdoor activities like nature walks) into
the programming to foster children’s connection to the environment.

5. Health and Hygiene Support:
○ Assist children in developing healthy eating, dressing, and toileting habits.

6. Assess and Discuss Children’s Progress:
○ Assess children’s abilities, needs, and progress regularly and engage in
meaningful discussions with parents and team members.

7. Administer Developmental Screenings:
○ Conduct ASQs (Ages and Stages Questionnaires) and ANQS (Australian National
Quality Standards) as directed.

8. Maintain Child-to-Staff Ratios:
○ Ensure child-to-staff ratios comply with Ministry of Education standards.

9. Supervision and Transitions:
○ Directly and constantly supervise children at all times and facilitate smooth
transitions between activities while ensuring their safety, comfort, and support.
○ Guide and give instructions to ECA on transition procedures.

10. Documentation:
○ Keep detailed written records of children’s progress and daily activities, including
using the Lillio app for photos and descriptions.

11. Collaboration with Families and Staff:
○ Build positive, collaborative relationships with co-workers, parents, and
community service providers to ensure children’s development and well-being.

12. Positive Behavior Guidance:
○ Foster positive behavior, self-regulation, and healthy self-esteem in children.

13. Contribute to Team and Center Operations:
○ Support a cooperative, healthy team environment and actively contribute to the
efficient operations of the center.

14. Meal and Rest Support:
○ Lead family-style meal service and assist children with rest periods and toileting
routines.

15. Classroom Cleaning:
○ Participate in maintaining a clean and hygienic classroom environment.

16. Policy Adherence:
○ Ensure full adherence to all center policies and procedures, ensuring the safety
and well-being of children.

17. College Registration Compliance:
○ Maintain an active and good-standing registration with the College of Early
Childhood Educators (CECE). Complete all CECE’s professional development
(CPD) requirements and stay up-to-date on early childhood education trends, best
practices, and regulatory changes.

Knowledge and Skills
● Strong verbal and written communication skills in English are required.
● Strong understanding of HDLH Ontario’s pedagogy methodology, play-based, and
nature-based learning.
● Familiarity with diverse learning styles and developmental needs in children.
● Understanding of trauma-informed care principles.
● Proven ability to build meaningful connections with children and families.
● Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
● Ability to work effectively under pressure and adapt to changing situations.
● Ability to physically assist children in program participation as needed.
● Familiarity with the Lillio app (asset).
● Excellent time management and organizational skills.
● Quick to learn routines, names, and responsibilities.

Required Qualifications
● Legally eligible to work in Canada.
● Early Childhood Educator diploma or degree from an accredited institution.
● Active registration with the College of Early Childhood Educators.
● Clean Vulnerable Sector and Criminal Record Check.
● First Aid and CPR Level C (Infant and Toddler certified).
● Proof of updated vaccinations as required by Ontario’s Ministry of Health, including
Tetanus.
● Proof of Early Childhood Education experience (Reference letter).
● HDLH: How does Learning Happen: Reading Written Confirmation.
● ELECT: Early Learning For Every Child Today: Reading Written Confirmation.

● CECE code of Ethics and Standards of Practice for RECEs: Reading Written
confirmation.
● CCEYA: Reading written confirmation.
● ASQ: National Quality Standard Assessment and Rating Instrument: Reading Written
confirmation.
● Accessibility in the Workplace Certificate.
● WHMIS 2015 Training.
● Certificate of Health & Safety Awareness Training Certificate.