Temporary RECE - Infant Program

Posted Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 5 : 00 AM

Upper Canada Child Care

“A smile on each child’s face…every day.”

We are currently recruiting a Registered Early Childhood Educator to join our Team in Thornhill at the following location : Westmount CI.

This is a temporary position until May 2027. This position is to fill an existing vacancy.

Pay Range :

RECE or Equivalent : $26.07 - $29.79 / hour (includes General Operating Grant) plus Wage Enhancement Grant (up to $2.00 / hr).

Position Type & Required Availability :

• Full-Time Full Day Position (40 hours / week) : Candidates must be available to work a 8-hour shift Monday-Friday to be considered.

Who We Are

Upper Canada Child Care, non-profit licensed provider since 1983, operates 85+ centres in Toronto, York Region, and Simcoe County. We offer full-day and before and after school programs, summer camps, and a forest school. Guided by values of support, trust, safety, respect, and professionalism, we prioritize play-based learning and outdoor exploration. We invest in quality program delivery, providing specialized supports and training. Ministry of Education licensed, our programs reflect the four foundations of learning. Join us and help put “a smile on each child’s face…every day.”

What We Offer Our Educators

As a large and growing organization, we have the ability to offer competitive compensation and rewards, including regular pay increases, wage enhancement grants, paid personal days, medical and dental benefits, split shift premium pay, paid training and development, involvement in charity initiatives, long term service awards, childcare discounts, group RRSP program, formal mentorship program and the opportunity to advance and move throughout the organization. Upper Canada Child Care also operates summer day camps at select locations, in addition to unique programs such as residential camp and forest school.

Position Summary

To ensure operational and curriculum requirements are met while applying specialized skills and knowledge related to early childhood education. To deliver a developmentally appropriate, inquiry / play based program while ensuring compliance with all internal and external guidelines, policies and procedures. Supports the organization’s vision, mission, and guiding values. This is a fully in-centre position.

Job Responsibilities

Qualifications and Requirements

Please apply by clicking on the available link, or email your resume to hr@ucccc.ca

Upper Canada Child Care is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace and encourages applications from members of our diverse communities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Please contact the interviewer in advance if you require accommodations.

Thank you for your interest; only applicants who may be interviewed will be contacted.

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