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Kitchen Team Lead
Kitchen Team Lead
Lakeside Childcare is excited to welcome a dedicated and enthusiastic Kitchen Team Lead to our team! If you’re passionate about cooking, enjoy working in a childcare environment and have the ability to manage a kitchen, this opportunity may be perfect for you.
Position Details
Hourly Rate: $23.00 per hour
Hours: Up to 40 hours per week
Schedule: Wednesday–Sunday
(Schedule may adjust for vacation coverage and special events.)Start Date: ASAP
Compensation: In accordance with Ontario Employment Standards
Kitchen Responsibilities
Prepare nutritious meals and snacks for children
Follow strict food safety and allergy protocols
Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen
Assist with meal planning and preparation for special events
Ensure compliance with childcare and public health regulations
Administrative Responsibilities
Monitor and maintain kitchen budget, ensuring cost-effective purchasing
Demonstrate strong time management and organizational skills
Place food and supply orders in a timely manner
Maintain accurate inventory records
Send emails, communications, and updates to families as needed
Coordinate with management regarding menu planning, dietary needs, and special events
Qualifications
Valid Food Handler’s Certificate
1–3 years of cooking experience
Experience working in a kitchen where food allergies and sensitivities are strictly managed
Passion for cooking and working with children
Excellent attitude and customer service skills
Strong organizational and administrative skills
Reliable attendance and punctuality
Must speak English
Must be legally permitted to work in Canada (valid work permit or status required)
Employment Requirements
Must pass a Police Background Check (including Vulnerable Sector Screening)
Complete all required policy and procedure training
Complete any required documentation as directed by the Centre Director
Collaborate with current kitchen staff
Report directly to the CFO
Physical Requirements
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
Stand for extended periods
Walk frequently throughout the day
Crouch, kneel, stoop, and bend as needed
Ability to tolerate heat in a kitchen environment
If you are dependable, organized, and committed to providing healthy meals while supporting kitchen administration in a childcare setting, we would love to hear from you!
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Registered Early Childhood Educator (RECE) - Full Time - Monday - Friday
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.
Early Childhood Assistant - Full-Time, Part-Time, Weekends or On Call
Location: Lakeside Childcare, Sarnia-Lambton, Ontario
Reports to: Centre Supervisor and Director
Job Type: Full-Time, Part-Time, Weekends or On Call
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 Early Childhood Assistant (ECA) will assist in planning, organizing, and implementing daily programs for children aged 18 months to 5 years at Lakeside Childcare. The ECA will work closely with the Registered Early Childhood Educator (RECE) to facilitate activities that promote children’s intellectual, physical, and emotional growth while ensuring their safety and well-being. We seek an enthusiastic, energetic individual who takes an interactive, child-focused approach to play, learning, and development.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The Early Childhood Assistant’s duties include, but are not limited to:
Program Support:
- Assist in developing and implementing daily childcare programs that promote children’s physical, cognitive, emotional, and social development.
- Use center planning tools and forms to document children’s progress and activities.
Activity Facilitation:
- Support daily activities such as reading stories, singing songs, engaging children in outings, and providing opportunities for creative expression through art, dramatic play, music, sensory exploration, and loose parts play.
Safe and Supportive Environment:
- Help create and maintain an environment that ensures children’s health, security, and well-being in compliance with local health and safety regulations, the Ministry of Education, and Lakeside Childcare requirements.
Staffing and Ratios:
- Maintain child-to-staff ratios as per Ministry of Education standards.
- Ensure the TRANSITION POLICY is implemented during room/gym/washroom/outdoors transitions to ensure all children are accounted for and safe.
Classroom Assistance:
- Support the RECE with classroom duties, such as tidying up after meals, preparing for transitions, and assisting with general classroom management.
Health and Hygiene Support:
- Guide and assist children in developing healthy eating, dressing, and toileting habits, ensuring proper hygiene and comfort.
Collaboration and Relationships:
- Build positive, collaborative relationships with coworkers, parents/guardians, and community service providers working with children.
Supervision and Transitions:
- Ensure full adherence to center policies and procedures related to the well-being and safety of children, including supervision protocols during transitions.
- Maintain constant, direct supervision of children at all times. Ensure smooth transitions between activities, keeping children safe and accounted for.
Classroom Maintenance:
- Participate in maintaining a clean, organized and safe classroom environment, following cleaning protocols.
Meal Support:
- Assist with family-style meal service, ensuring children eat healthily and safely.
Diapering and Toileting:
- Support diapering and toileting routines, following appropriate hygiene and care procedures.
Rest Period Support:
- Assist children during rest periods to ensure they are comfortable, settled, and supported.
Program Documentation:
- Support the documentation of children’s activities, observations, and progress as the RECE directs.
- Policy Adherence:
Ensure full adherence to all center policies and procedures to maintain a safe, nurturing environment.
Knowledge and Skills:
- Understanding of and respect for differences in children’s learning behaviors.
- Knowledge of trauma-informed care principles (asset).
- Ability to collaborate positively in a healthy team environment.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to remain calm and work effectively under pressure.
- Reading and writing skills in English.
- Punctual, reliable, and quick to learn routines, names, and responsibilities.
Required Qualifications:
- Proof of Early Childhood Education experience ( training/certificate/ background/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.
- If the experience or certificate is not from Ontario, CA, you need to complete the following training: Online Teaching Preschool: A Year of Inspiring Lessons Details | Brampton Library
- Provide a valid criminal record and certification for vulnerable sectors (Within 6 months).
- Valid First Aid and CPR certificate.
- Immunization reports are up to date, including those for tetanus.
- Accessibility in the Workplace Certificate.
- WHMIS 2015 Training.
- Certificate Health & Safety Awareness Training Certificate.
- Legally eligible to work in Canada.
- A current, clean Vulnerable Sector and Criminal Record Check.
- First Aid and CPR Level C certification.
Registered Early Childhood Educator (RECE) - Saturday and Sunday
Location: Lakeside Childcare, Sarnia-Lambton, Ontario
Reports to: Centre Supervisor and Director
Job Type: Part-Time Weekends (Saturday and Sunday)
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) Weekends 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-centred 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.
