Job Description

Job Title: RECE Program Facilitator

Contract full-time position (35 hours per week)

Contract Start date

: June 2025;

Contract End date

: December 2025

Benefits: Full benefits after 6 months' probation

Reports to

: Coordinator, Child and Family Services and Programs

DEADLINE TO APPLY: May 31, 2025

About ACSA Community Services:

Do you believe in a world where everyone has equal opportunities, where community support helps dreams come true? ACSA Community Services is your gateway to making this vision a reality. As a cornerstone of the community for over 50 years, ACSA has been dedicated to uplifting those in need.

We offer vital programs like youth empowerment initiatives, emergency food and housing services, and newcomer supports to help individuals and families thrive. We are diligent in supporting our neighbours in Scarborough, North York and York Region. By getting involved, you're not just giving aid; you're becoming a part of our mission to build a brighter, more equitable future.

Who we are looking for:

ACSA is currently seeking a RECE Program Facilitator who will be reporting to the Child and Family Services Coordinator. The ideal candidate has an ECE background, extensive experience working with children and caregivers to implement early learning activities in indoor and outdoor settings and multiple sites. Candidate will plan and lead the program, and services and receive direction from the program coordinator and will also contribute to the operation of daily child and family programs and services within the policies and procedures of the agency.

Refer to ACSA Community Services for more information about ACSA's work.

About the role:

Program Development & Delivery

Foster a caring, stimulating and inclusive environment for children (0-6) and their families/caregivers. Design, plan and lead age?appropriate activities that promote learning, social?emotional growth and school readiness. Source and manage high?quality program materials, food and resources ensuring alignment with curriculum goals and budget.
Develop caregiver workshops on child?development topics and connect families with community resources as per need

Mentor placement students and volunteers; provide progress updates to the Program Coordinator.

Administrative & Reporting Duties

Maintain confidential client and program registration files; ensure records are up?to?date and accurate. Track daily attendance and relevant statistics; prepare and submit detailed monthly reports to the Program Coordinator. Keep centre information boards (flyers, calendars, notices, etc.) current, relevant and visually organized.

Health, Safety & Equipment Management

Conduct routine environment and equipment inspections; clean and sanitize spaces and materials regularly. Store toys, equipment and program supplies safely; perform pre? and post?use checks to ensure all items are in good working order. Maintain an accurate inventory of all site resources and flag any repair or replacement needs promptly.

Communication & Relationship Building

Exhibit strong written and verbal English communication skills; additional languages are an asset. Establish and nurture professional relationships with parents/caregivers, colleagues, placement students, volunteers and external service providers from diverse backgrounds. Gather caregiver feedback to refine programming

Travel & Logistics

Coordinate travel between multiple program sites as required, ensuring timely arrival and preparation. Organize logistics for off?site events and community partnerships, including materials transport

About you:

ECE diploma/degree; active RECE member

2+ years' experience (0-6 yrs) with play?based programming

Knowledge of Emergent Curriculum, ELECT and How Does Learning Happen

Skilled in community referrals and working in diverse settings

Police & vulnerable?sector clearance, Standard First Aid?& CPR, immunizations, 2?step TB test

Mandarin/Cantonese and valid driver's license with vehicle (assets)

Working Conditions

Outdoor activity (up to 2?hrs/day) in varied weather

Regular physical tasks (walking, bending, lifting to 20?kg)

Flexibility for evenings, Saturdays and multi?site travel

oFrequent interaction with children, youth, families, staff, and community partners

oAttendance at meetings and training sessions at various sites as needed.

What we offer:

Full-time employment

3-week vacation, 15 sick days, 2 float days

Salary: $51,506.00 - 53,380.00

An amazing work culture full of great, caring people truly committed to changing lives!

Please apply via email (cover letter & resume in one attachment) to:

Attention:

Priyanka Kandasamy, Manager, Child and Family Services and Programs

Email

: kpriyanka@acsa.ca

(Please quote

RECE Program Facilitator

) in the subject line of email)

No phone calls please.

ACSA is strongly committed to fostering diversity within our community. We welcome those who would contribute to the further diversification of our staff including, but not limited to, women, visible minorities, Aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities, and/or persons of any sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression.

We thank all applicants for their interest in the position. However, only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for an interview.

If you are contacted by ACSA regarding a job opportunity and need accommodation throughout a hiring process, please contact Yamini de Costa at hr@agincourtcommunityservices.com.

This address is for accommodation inquiries ONLY. Job applications sent to it will not be considered.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $28.30-$29.33 per hour

Expected hours: 35 per week

Schedule:

Evening shift Monday to Friday Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2025-05-31