Registered Early Childhood Educator

Sentient HR provides staffing solutions to licensed childcare centres across Ontario. We’re committed to helping educators grow, develop professionally, and thrive in their roles.

As a RECE, you will be responsible for guiding, teaching, and ensuring the safety of children between infant to school age at centres located in Ottawa. Your responsibilities include maintaining a high-quality environment, assessing, observing, and caring for the individual needs of every child, and maintaining professional communication with parents and co-workers.

Why Choose Us:
We want you to become a part of our growth!

• We offer on-the-job training and professional development opportunities.
• Three months of a public transit or gas card if you work ten shifts+ per month.
• Participate in Sentient HR's reward and recognition program called  .

Working Conditions:

• Occasional light to medium physical effort; lifting, bending and stooping.
• Must be able to work outdoors in all seasons.

Responsibilities:

• Fulfill the lead teacher’s program and daily activities; if no plan exists, create and implement a developmentally appropriate program.
• Promote the physical, social, emotional and intellectual well-being of children.
• Provide supervision and prioritize the safety of children; understand and comply with CCEYA, public health and Sentient HR policies.
• Facilitate and participate with children in planned activities.
• Maintain and complete comprehensive documentation of children’s development and interactions.
• Report issues or concerns that may arise in accordance with centre procedures.
• Foster positive relationships and develop rapport through effective communication with peers.
• Work cooperatively as a team member and maintain a positive attitude.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• ECE Diploma from a recognized Ontario college
• In Good Standing with the College of ECEs.
• Clear Vulnerable Sector Police check (within 6 months)
• Valid Standard First Aid & CPR-C
• Familiarity with HDLH, AQI, and CCEYA
• Reliable transportation within Ottawa

Application Details:
Qualified and interested candidates are encouraged to submit their applications directly. Sentient HR is dedicated to fostering equal opportunities for all applicants and employees, irrespective of factors such as race, ancestry, place of origin, color, ethnic or national origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, record of offences (for which a pardon has been granted), disability, marital or family status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you require accommodations to facilitate your participation in the recruitment process, please reach out to our Talent Manager at View email address on sentienthrservicesinc.applytojob.com . While we value all submitted resumes, we will only contact those selected for an interview. For further details, please visit our website at .