Job Description

Milestones Children's Centre - Aylmer

PERMANENT Position

Milestones Children's Centre - Assumption is HIRING!

We're thrilled to announce a brand new opportunity for a Registered Early Childhood Educator with a passion for school age care and a curiosity for childcare administration.

This unique hybrid role offers the best of both worlds -- hands-on time with children in our vibrant programs from Kindergarten to age 12, paired with valuable experience supporting our administrative team. It's the perfect stepping stone for RECEs ready to grow their careers while making a meaningful impact.

If this sounds like the opportunity you've been waiting for, check out the full job posting below!

Position:

Team Lead

Primary Location:

Milestones Children's Centre - Assumption (Aylmer)

Reports To:

Administrator - Assumption

Position Purpose

The Team Lead will demonstrate competence and dedication to the development of programs and to the care and education of school aged children during their out of school hours while also assisting the Centre Administrator with the operational and administrative management of Milestones Children's Centre - Assumption, which contributes to the success and long-term sustainability of Milestones Children's Centre as a community partner and model for child care. All aspects of the Team Lead position will be performed while working within the framework of the vision, mission and value statements and the policies and procedures of Milestones Children's Centre, the Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice, the Child Care and Early Years Act, 2014, the Child Care Centre Licensing Manual and How Does Learning Happen?

Key Responsibilities

The Team Lead has accountabilities in the areas of Administration, Program Management, Mentoring and Coaching, Human Resources, Finance, Teamwork and Communication, Community Relations, Professional Learning, Health and Safety and Information Technology.

Qualifications

Education, Qualifications and Certifications

Early Childhood Education Diploma Registered in good standing with the College of Early Childhood Educators Criminal Record Check (Vulnerable Sector) Safe Food Handling Standard First Aid with CPR-C up-to-date MMR and tetanus immunization Valid Driver's License Have an understanding of How Does Learning Happen? and the Child Care and Early Years Act, 2014*

Experience

Minimum of 2 years of experience working in a childcare setting

Skills and Abilities

Emerging leadership skills Positive customer service skills Sound working knowledge of child growth and development Accuracy and attention to detail Excellent written, verbal and comprehensive communication skills Computer proficiency in word processing and data entry Ability to multi-task and work independently as well as in a team atmosphere Time management and organizational skills The ability to learn new tasks quickly and proficiently Reliable nature Ability to take initiative Demonstrates flexibility

Hours:

Monday - Friday, 40 hours/week, split shift, must be available between the hours of 6:45am and 6pm

Start Date:

August 2025

Wage:

minimum$23.83/hour plus $1.00/hour of CWELCC, and $2.08/hour of provincial wage enhancement. Note: the provincial wage enhancement is not payable on orientation, meetings or professional learning time. Starting rate is determined based on education and experience.

Benefits:

access to full benefits and an Employee Assistance Program after successful completion of probationary period paid personal days paid professional learning guaranteed time off between Christmas and New Years

This is a new position to the organization and is currently vacant.

Please submit a cover letter and resume, including an outline of why your skills and experience would make you a good fit for the position. Only qualified applicants will be contacted.

Milestones Children's Centre is an equal opportunity employer. Accommodations will be provided during the interview and hiring process, upon request.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From $26.91 per hour

Benefits:

Casual dress Company events Dental care Disability insurance Employee assistance program Extended health care Life insurance Paid time off Vision care Wellness program
Education:

DCS / DEC (required)
Experience:

childcare work: 2 years (required)
Licence/Certification:

Vulnerable Sector Criminal Record Check (required) Standard First Aid and CPR-C (required) Safe Food Handling (required) registration with the College of Early Childhood Educators (required)
Work Location: In person