Job Description

About Us

At Dearham Wood Daycare, we're more than a child care centre -- we're a warm, inclusive, and community-rooted environment where educators and families come together to help children thrive.

Located in the beautiful, established Guildwood neighbourhood of Scarborough, our centre is housed within Dearham Wood Public School -- a highly rated local school known for its strong academic and community focus. Surrounded by parks, trails, and family homes, our setting provides the perfect backdrop for play-based exploration, creativity and meaningful learning.

This is an exciting opportunity to make a difference every day -- helping children explore, learn, and grow in a space that feels like home.

Why You'll Love Working With Us

Community-Driven Environment - A not-for-profit daycare deeply connected to the families of Guildwood and surrounding neighbourhoods.

Supportive Team Culture - Work alongside experienced educators and a leadership team who respect and empower your voice.

Meaningful Work - Inspire curiosity and joy through inquiry-based, play-centered learning.

Benefits - Competitive pay, extended health and dental care, paid time off, and on-site parking.

Qualifications / Requirements

Registered Early Childhood Educator in good standing with the College of Early Childhood Educators (CECE

)

Working knowledge of:

Child Care and Early Years Act (CCEYA)*
How Does Learning Happen? (HDLH?)*
Early Learning for Every Child Today (ELECT)*
City of Toronto Assessment for Quality Improvement (AQI)*
Infection Prevention and Control (IPAC)*

Current and Clear Police Reference Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening

Valid Standard First Aid and CPR Level C certification

Up-to-date immunizations

Proficiency in English (spoken and written)

Responsibilities

Take leadership within the program room, ensuring documentation and required paperwork are accurate, current, and compliant with CCEYA and City of Toronto AQI standards. Use observation and documentation effectively to plan and implement enriched learning experiences tailored to children's developmental needs and interests. Integrate ELECT, HDLH?, and Ontario's Pedagogy for the Early Years into daily programming and interactions. Interact with children using an inquiry-based approach, co-learning alongside them while maintaining supervision to ensure health, safety, and well-being. Organize the physical environment to optimize space, materials, and furniture that support children's engagement and positive behaviour. Communicate effectively with families, co-workers, and community partners, building trust and collaboration. Support children's natural curiosity, independence, and self-help skills through daily routines and experiences.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $26.72-$28.63 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

Dental care Extended health care On-site parking Paid time off
Work Location: In person