Registered Early Childhood Educator (RECE)
Employment Type: Part-Time
Schedule: Monday, Wednesday & Friday, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Hours: 12 hours/week
Compensation: $21–$24/hour, based on experience and qualifications
Start Date: September 1, 2026
Centre Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:30 PM
About Inquisitem Early Learning Centre
Inquisitem Early Learning Centre is a newly established, STEM-focused early learning program in Burlington, Ontario. We provide a play-based, inquiry-driven environment where children are encouraged to explore, ask questions, experiment, and develop a lifelong love of learning.
We are looking for a passionate and enthusiastic Registered Early Childhood Educator (RECE) to join our growing team. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a new centre and contribute to the development of a high-quality early learning program from the beginning.
Position Overview
The RECE will work directly with children and collaborate with the team to provide a safe, nurturing, engaging, and developmentally appropriate learning environment.
The successful candidate will have a genuine interest in early childhood education and enjoy creating hands-on learning experiences, particularly those incorporating STEM concepts through play, exploration, and inquiry.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan and implement developmentally appropriate, play-based learning experiences with a strong STEM focus
- Develop and support daily activities that encourage curiosity, creativity, problem-solving, exploration, and discovery
- Prepare and organize the classroom, learning materials, and activity areas before and throughout the day
- Create engaging invitations to play and hands-on learning opportunities
- Support children's learning and development through observation, interaction, questioning, and responsive guidance
- Participate in daily routines, including arrival, transitions, meals/snacks, rest periods, outdoor play, and departures
- Provide diapering and toileting support and assist children with personal care as required
- Support children in developing independence and self-help skills
- Maintain a clean, organized, safe, and welcoming classroom environment
- Assist with classroom cleaning, sanitizing, and resetting learning areas
- Supervise children at all times and follow appropriate health and safety practices
- Support outdoor programming and facilitate meaningful learning experiences outdoors
- Build positive, respectful relationships with children, families, and colleagues
- Communicate observations and relevant information about children's experiences and well-being with the team
- Follow Inquisitem's program statement, policies, procedures, and Ministry of Education requirements
- Participate in team collaboration, meetings, professional development, and ongoing program planning
- Contribute ideas and feedback to help strengthen and grow the centre's programming
Qualifications & Requirements
The successful candidate will have:
- Registration in good standing with the College of Early Childhood Educators (CECE)
- ECE diploma or equivalent recognized qualification
- Experience working with young children in a licensed child care setting is preferred
- Strong understanding of play-based and child-centred learning
- Interest in STEM, inquiry-based learning, and hands-on exploration
- Knowledge of the Child Care and Early Years Act (CCEYA) and Ministry of Education requirements
- Valid Standard First Aid and CPR Level C
- Vulnerable Sector Check as required
- Required health and immunization documentation in accordance with applicable requirements
- Strong communication, teamwork, and organizational skills
- A warm, patient, responsive, and enthusiastic approach to working with young children
Compensation & Time Off
- $21–$24/hour, based on experience and qualifications
- Part-time schedule of 12 hours per week (Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 9:00 AM–1:00 PM)
- Three weeks of centre closure/vacation aligned with the HDSB school calendar:
- Winter Break: December 21, 2026–January 1, 2027
- March Break: March 15–19, 2027
- Statutory holiday entitlements in accordance with the Ontario Employment Standards Act, 2000, including the applicable 10 statutory holidays
- Opportunities for additional hours as enrolment grows
- Potential opportunity to transition to a full-time position as the centre expands
Why Join Inquisitem?
- Become part of the founding team at a new and growing early learning centre
- Contribute to the development of a unique STEM-focused, play-based program
- Work in a supportive environment that values educator ideas, creativity, and initiative
- Opportunities for professional development and continued learning
- Opportunities for additional hours as enrolment grows
- Potential opportunity to transition into a full-time position as the centre expands
- Opportunity to grow with the centre and take on additional responsibilities over time
- Be part of a program focused on curiosity, exploration, school readiness, and lifelong learning
How to Apply
If you are an enthusiastic RECE who enjoys creating meaningful learning experiences and would like to be part of a growing STEM-focused early learning centre, we would love to hear from you.
Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your experience and interest in the position to:
[email protected]
We thank all applicants for their interest. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Pay: $21.00-$24.00 per hour
Benefits:
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
