Waterloo, On Lead educator (rece) Jobs – 10 Openings This Week

Childcare Supervisor
Confidential —Kitchener, ON
- $26–$30 an hour
- Full-time
- CPR Certification
- Supervising experience
- First Aid Certification
- Paid time off
Quick apply
2d
Lead Educator (RECE)
Marvelous Minds - Early Learning Center —Kitchener, ON
- $25.86–$30.00 an hour
- Full-time
- CPR Certification
- Bachelor's
- First Aid Certification
- Dental care
Quick apply
EarlyON Educator
YMCA of Three Rivers - Waterloo Region —Kitchener, ON
- From $50,427 a year
- Full-time
- Bachelor's
- Travel
- Dental care
Quick apply
4d
RECE Assistant Supervisor
Jolly Ranchers Daycare Inc. —Grand Valley, ON
- $20.00–$25.86 an hour
- Full-time
- CPR Certification
- English
- Experience working with children
Quick apply
Casual Child Care Educator, RECE
YMCA of Hamilton/Burlington/Brantford —Brantford, ON
- $25.90 an hour
- Part-time
- CPR Certification
- English
- Experience working with children
- Dental care
Registered Early Childhood Educator (RECE)
Gan Shalom Preschool —Guelph, ON
- $17.34–$28.78 an hour
- Full-time
- Childcare
- CPR Certification
- First Aid Certification
Quick apply
Early Childhood Educator
Nature Preschool, North 44 Academy —Guelph, ON
- From $23 an hour
- CPR Certification
- Experience working with children
- First Aid Certification
Quick apply
13d
Casual Child Care Educator, Non RECE
YMCA of Hamilton/Burlington/Brantford —Brantford, ON
- $21.90 an hour
- Part-time
- CPR Certification
- English
- High school diploma or GED
- Dental care
Registered Early Childhood Educator
Angelic Treasures Christian Daycare —Guelph, ON
- $25–$27 an hour
- Full-time
- English
- Experience working with children
- Organizational skills
Quick apply
4d
Early Learning Assistant
YMCA of Hamilton/Burlington/Brantford —Brantford, ON
- $21.90 an hour
- Part-time
- CPR Certification
- English
- High school diploma or GED
- Dental care

Other jobs to consider

Find your next job by exploring related positions.

Childcare Supervisor
Confidential —Kitchener, ON
Develop and oversee programs that support children's physical, cognitive, emotional, and social development. Observe children for developmental, behavioural, or…
$26–$30 an hour
Quick apply
2d
Lead Educator (RECE)
Marvelous Minds - Early Learning Center —Kitchener, ON
This position requires a strong understanding of child development principles, the ability to create a nurturing and stimulating environment, and a commitment…
$25.86–$30.00 an hour
Quick apply

Show more related jobs

Explore jobs in cities nearby

Check out jobs in cities near your current location, Columbus

Daycare Supervisor (RECE Required) – Leadership Role
ABC Daycare —St. Catharines, ON
Plan and implement programs that support children’s development (physical, emotional, social, intellectual). Strong knowledge of Child Care and Early Years Act,…
From $27 an hour
Quick apply
5d
CHILD CARE SUPERVISOR & CENTRE TRANSITION LEAD
Engaging Minds Child Care —North York, ON
Your leadership will be key in connecting with the community, mentoring staff/students, ensuring enrolment rates stay consistently high and all administrative…
$70,000–$80,000 a year
Quick apply

Show more jobs in cities nearby

I want to receive the latest job alerts for lead educator (rece) in waterloo, on

By signing in to your account, you agree to Workopolis's Terms of Service and consent to our Cookie and Privacy Policy.

Childcare Supervisor

Confidential
Kitchener, ON

Quick apply

Job details

Permanent | Full-time
2 days ago

Benefits

Paid time off
On-site parking

Skills

CPR Certification
Supervising experience
First Aid Certification
College diploma

Full job description

Job Requirements

Registered Early Childhood Educator (RECE) in good standing with the College of Early Childhood Educators (proof of registration and diploma/certificate required).
Current resume outlining employment history and three professional references.
Valid Standard First Aid and CPR-C (including Infant CPR) certification.
Current immunization records and satisfactory Criminal Reference Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening.
Child Care and Early Years Act (CCEYA) Self-Test Certificate.
Minimum of two years of management or supervisory experience in a licensed childcare setting.

Licensing & Regulatory Compliance

Maintain correspondence with the Ministry and other regulatory agencies as required.
Ensure compliance with all requirements of the Child Care and Early Years Act, 2014 (CCEYA) and applicable regulations.
Maintain a thorough understanding of How Does Learning Happen? and other provincial guidance documents.
Ensure the health, safety, and well-being of children, families, and staff by implementing and monitoring all centre policies and procedures.
Maintain compliance with all licensing requirements and prepare for licensing inspections.

Classroom Set-Up & Environment

Work collaboratively with staff to establish and maintain a safe, welcoming, organized, and nurturing learning environment.
Monitor classroom organization, materials, and learning environments on a regular basis.
Ensure classrooms meet licensing requirements and reflect high-quality early learning practices.

Staff Leadership & Classroom Support

Provide ongoing guidance, coaching, and support to educators.
Conduct classroom observations and staff evaluations at least twice monthly.
Work closely with educators to ensure curriculum implementation and maintain program quality.
Foster positive working relationships among staff and community service providers.
Ensure fair distribution of responsibilities among staff and address workplace concerns promptly.
Promote a healthy, respectful, and safe work environment.
Ensure current technology is used effectively for documentation, communication, and program administration.

Curriculum & Program Development

Maintain comprehensive knowledge of the Child Care and Early Years Act, Child Care Centre Licensing Manual, and How Does Learning Happen?
Develop and oversee programs that support children's physical, cognitive, emotional, and social development.
Ensure educators provide meaningful opportunities for creativity through art, music, dramatic play, sensory experiences, and active play.
Review children's documentation, observations, and program planning regularly.
Conduct regular staff meetings.
Ensure all staff participate in required professional development and ongoing training.
Recruit, onboard, mentor, and evaluate employees.

Family & Community Communication

Foster positive and respectful relationships with families and staff.
Maintain regular communication with parents regarding their children's development and well-being.
Ensure daily reports and progress reports are completed and shared with families.
Coordinate parent-teacher conferences and family engagement events.
Address parent concerns professionally and in a timely manner.
Build and maintain positive relationships with community agencies and partners.

Supporting Children, Families & Staff

Conduct tours for prospective families.
Respond to parent inquiries regarding programs and enrolment.
Organize open houses and community events.
Observe children for developmental, behavioural, or learning concerns and collaborate with families regarding appropriate supports and referrals, when authorized.
Support educators in developing and implementing Individual Program Plans (IPPs/IEPs) when appropriate.
Assess children's interests, abilities, and developmental progress in collaboration with educators and families.
Maintain collaborative relationships with professionals supporting children and families.

Management Responsibilities

Lead monthly staff meetings.
Oversee weekly staff schedules, attendance, and break coverage.
Coordinate recruitment, hiring, onboarding, performance management, and termination processes in accordance with organizational policies.
Ensure all employees receive employment contracts, staff handbooks, and required policy acknowledgements before commencing employment.
Provide regular operational updates to ownership or senior management, including enrolment inquiries, occupancy, staffing, and program updates.
Ensure parent and staff handbooks remain current and are distributed as required.

Duties and ResponsibilitiesDaily

Observe classrooms to ensure quality program implementation.
Monitor classroom environments and playground safety.
Review daily reports, health and safety checklists, incident and accident reports.
Support educators throughout the day.
Conduct parent tours and respond to family questions and concerns.
Address operational issues as they arise.

Weekly

Review educator program plans and provide feedback.
Observe teaching practices and curriculum implementation.
Review children's observations and documentation.
Monitor staff attendance, schedules, and communication logs.
Support staff recruitment, onboarding, and retention.
Monitor enrolment and waitlists.

Monthly

Review children's developmental documentation.
Coordinate and document monthly emergency management and fire drills.
Monitor children's developmental goals and progress.
Prepare and distribute family newsletters.
Coordinate staff meetings and professional development sessions.

Annually

Review and oversee completion of children's progress reports.
Plan and coordinate annual centre events and celebrations.
Organize and implement winter, spring, and summer camp programs.
Develop program plans and operational goals for the upcoming academic year.
Review policies, procedures, and licensing compliance to ensure ongoing regulatory requirements are met.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $26.00-$30.00 per hour

Benefits:

On-site parking
Paid time off

Flexible language requirement:

French not required

Ability to commute/relocate:

Kitchener, ON N2A 2P1: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

Supervising: 2 years (required)

Licence/Certification:

Registered License with the college (required)

Work Location: In person

Quick apply

Refine Your Search

lead educator (rece) jobs in waterloo, on

Childcare Supervisor

Lead Educator (RECE)

EarlyON Educator

RECE Assistant Supervisor

Casual Child Care Educator, RECE

Registered Early Childhood Educator (RECE)

Early Childhood Educator

Casual Child Care Educator, Non RECE

Registered Early Childhood Educator

Early Learning Assistant

Other jobs to consider

Explore jobs in cities nearby

I want to receive the latest job alerts for lead educator (rece) in waterloo, on

Job seeker tools

Employer Tools

Browse

Stay Connected