Early Childhood Educator (ECE)
Community Development Council Durham
Ajax Ontario
Salary: Neg Per Hour
Duties and responsibilities
Using a client-centred, anti-oppression, anti-racism, trauma-informed, gender-based analysis plus+ and strength-based approaches, build relationships and establish rapport with clients, newcomer parents and community partners.
Maintain confidentiality and privacy protection measures for all community partners, vendors, staff and clients.
Promote a high-functioning team environment that is inclusive, harmonious, cooperative, efficient and productive.
Participate in promoting a positive workplace culture through agency committee membership and departmental activities.
Maintain accurate records on each enrolled child, including but not limited to medical and consent forms, respecting privacy and confidentiality.
Assist in providing and fostering an environment that protects the health, security and well-being of children enrolled with the Centre.
Acknowledge that children may have diverse needs and backgrounds, and work towards creating equitable opportunities for all children to engage.
Conduct Centre tours for parents and guide the enrollment process.
Assist to develop and lead age-appropriate activities and programs.
Document children’s learning and development and communicate progress with parents regularly.
Ensure safety and cleanliness of the Centre is maintained by cleaning and sanitizing high-touch surfaces, toys, and any other areas or items as required.
Assist children with daily routine activities such as eating, toileting and any scheduled program activities.
Responsible for noting each child’s food restrictions and allergies.
Identify indicators of child abuse, understand and apply legal responsibility and moral imperatives to report suspected abuse to the ECE, Manager and Child Protection Services.
Actively communicate with parents through various methods such as emails, newsletters and phone calls.
Serve as the point of contact for parents’ questions regarding procedures and programs. Take responsibility and ownership to respond to queries in a timely manner.
Assist in promoting, marketing and advertising the CNC program.
Build connections and increase engagement of parents and children, providing opportunities for them to get involved in other programs offered by the Ajax Welcome Centre.
Maintain accurate client and volunteer records using the program database and iCARE (The Immigration Contribution Agreement Reporting Environment) system reporting platform.
Prepare narrative and statistical reports on a monthly basis and as required.
Promote a socially inclusive environment, recognizing and applying attitudes and practices that are sensitive to and appropriate for people with diverse cultural, socioeconomic and educational backgrounds.
The job incumbent may be required to perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Early Childhood Educator Diploma
Must be registered and a member in good standing in the College of Early Childhood Educators (CECE)
Minimum of 2-year professional experience working with young children
Experience working with new immigrant families and children
Knowledge of Child Care and Early Years Act
Strong, clear and professional communication skills - verbal, written and facilitative
Proficiency in a second language is an asset
Valid standard first aid certification including infant and child cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)
Additional Requirements
The ECE will need to be flexible in the case of attending evening and/or weekend meetings and events as required.
A valid Ontario driver’s license (Class G), use of a vehicle and insurance with the ability to work in a variety of settings is an asset.
The successful candidate must provide acceptable Vulnerable Sector Screening prior to commencing employment.
Up-to-date immunizations and TB test, including certificate demonstrating proof of full vaccination against COVID-19 (or have a valid medical or other Human Rights Code-related exemption).
Physically able to participate with children outdoors activities with the ability to lift up to 20 lbs.
Job Overview
Posted Date: 05 Nov 2025
Location: Ajax Ontario
Salary: Neg Per Hour
Company Information
Community Development Council Durham
Name: Community Development Council Durham
Web: https://www.cdcd.org/