MOUNT ZION EARLY LEARNING CENTRE - REGISTERED EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATOR
Location:
471 Ridgewood Crescent, London, Ontario
Position Type:
Full-Time
Rate of Pay:
Starting at $25.86/hr
Schedule:
Monday to Friday (40 hours per week)
Centre Hours of Operation are 7:30am – 6:00pm
Start Date:
TBD (November-December 2026)
Closing Date:
Until Filled
Description:
Registered Early Childhood Educators (RECE) are responsible for providing quality early education from infancy to age four. Educators will deliver a play based, living curriculum in a safe, comfortable homelike environment. The position reports to the Program Supervisor and/or the Director, and maintains positive, respectful working relationships with all centre staff and community partners. Placement of employees can be in various aged programs, which are licensed through the Ministry of Education and therefore subject to the rules and regulations as stipulated in the Child Care and Early Years Act (2014).
We Are Looking For Someone Who:
Believe every child deserves to thrive
Value relationships with children and families
Bring creativity, warmth, and professionalism to their work
Enjoy working as part of a collaborative team
Are excited to help establish a new centre and its traditions
Key Responsibilities:
Plan and implement inclusive learning experiences aligned with the MZELC curriculum and children’s development
Maintain accurate daily records, journals, and weekly documentation
Communicate professionally with families and community partners
Maintain clean, organized, and child-ready indoor and outdoor learning environments
Consistently implement the MZELC Program Statement
Use age-appropriate coaching and guidance in all interactions with children.
Follow MZELC policies and procedures, the Child Care and Early Years Act, and all health, safety, child protection, public health, and fire requirements
Foster a positive, inclusive, and engaging social and learning environment
Participate in and supervise daily indoor and outdoor activities
Qualifications
Applicants must have:
Early Childhood Education Diploma or equivalent- qualifications from an accredited college or university, combined with a minimum of 1 year of related experience within a childcare environment.
Current member of the College of Early Childhood Educators (RECE) in good standing
Post secondary education, in addition to the Early Childhood Education designation, is considered an asset
Valid Standard First Aid certification including infant and child CPR issued by a training agency recognized by the Workplace Safety Insurance Board
Current and acceptable Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Position Screen is a condition of employment for all staff and volunteers
Excellent communication skills using English language, both written and verbal. Secondary language is considered an asset
Benefits
Pension Plan
Paid Vacation
Paid Personal Days
Benefits Package
Free onsite Parking
Staff training and Professional Development
About Mount Zion Early Learning Centre
This isn't just another childcare position, it's a rare opportunity to help shape the culture, traditions, and future of a brand-new, purpose-built early learning centre from the very beginning.
At Mount Zion Early Learning Centre, you'll be part of a passionate team committed to creating exceptional experiences for children, families, and educators in a beautiful, thoughtfully designed environment.
Be among the founding educators of our newly constructed centre offering 2 Infant Rooms, 2 Toddler Rooms, and 3 Preschool Rooms.
Every classroom has been intentionally designed to inspire curiosity, creativity, and meaningful learning while providing educators with bright, modern, well-equipped spaces to do what they love
To Apply:
Please submit your resume outlining your qualifications and experience to elcdir@mountzionelc.ca
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, a request for accommodation will be considered throughout the hiring process. If you need an accommodation for accessibility, please let us know at the time we contact you to arrange for an interview.