Teacher (RECE)

Join our team at Bloomsbury Academy, a Fitzrovia company that provides on-site childcare and preschool programs within vibrant Fitzrovia residential communities. Rooted in innovative and evidence-based practices in early childhood education, Bloomsbury offers an inclusive learning environment dedicated to nurturing all facets of a child's well-being. Our commitment to positive social impact supports urban families and accommodates their busy schedules.

We pride ourselves on being an entrepreneurial and dynamic organization, which makes this role well-suited for a candidate looking to be creative and contribute to marketing, curriculum development and community outreach.

About the Role:

As a Registered Early Childhood Educator (RECE) Teacher, you will work closely with other Bloomsbury Academy staff to create and implement developmentally appropriate programs for children aged 18 months to 6. Leading your assigned classroom, you will be responsible for fostering a safe, inclusive environment that supports children's holistic development while adhering to regulatory standards and organizational philosophy.

As we are a highly collaborative team, the successful candidate will be required to work on-site full-time.

This position is being created to support anticipated growth. The salary range for this position is $28 - $30 per hour, based on skills and experience. Our total rewards program recognizes performance, supports well-being, and encourages growth by offering paid vacation and personal days, comprehensive benefits, wellness and mental health resources, and a generous professional development allowance.

Fitzrovia uses AI-enabled tools to assist in screening and assessing applications. Final hiring decisions are made by Fitzrovia’s hiring team.

Responsibilities:

• Under the guidance of the Director/Site Supervisor Teacher, collaborate with Bloomsbury staff to design and execute a curriculum tailored to the developmental needs of the children in the assigned classroom
• Contribute to the development and enhancement of the program seeking innovative ways to enrich children's experiences and foster growth
• Utilize assessment tools like Early Learning for Every Child Today (ELECT) and How Does Learning Happen? And AQI to evaluate program effectiveness and make necessary adjustments
• Foster a supportive environment conducive to children's cognitive, physical, social, and emotional growth
• Observe children for daily overall health and ongoing observations for signs of potential learning or behavioural concerns and prepare written documentation for the Director/Site Supervisor, and parents
• Promote positive interactions and behaviour guidance and direction with the ongoing supervision of the classroom, playground, group, individual, and routine activities
• Maintain accurate and complete records for children, such as updating emergency contact sheets, allergy lists and keeping the Director/Site Supervisor Teacher updated on changes
• Observe and assess children’s progress and behaviour to ensure programs meet identified individual and group needs
• Facilitate a variety of activities to engage children's interests and promote learning across different domains
• Maintain a positive and supportive atmosphere through fair and consistent behaviour guidance techniques
• Foster collaborative relationships with families through ongoing communication, support, and resource provision

Qualifications and Experiences:

• Early Childhood Education Diploma (RECE) or provincially recognized equivalency
• Minimum of 3 years teaching experience in early childhood education or related field
• Prior experience in private childcare is preferred
• Registration in good standing with the College of Early Childhood Educators required
• Knowledge of the Child Care and Early Years Act (CCEYA), How Does Learning Happen, and ELEC document considered an asset
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively as part of a team and maintain open communication with colleagues, supervisors, and families
• Considerable proficiency in navigating a technologically rich school environment
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to plan and implement developmentally appropriate activities and curriculum
• Commitment to maintaining professional standards and ongoing professional development, including attending workshops, conferences, and in-house training
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to remain calm and focused in high-pressure situations
• Strong understanding of confidentiality protocols and ethical standards in childcare settings

Why Bloomsbury Academy and Fitzrovia:

Bloomsbury Academy is a high-quality learning program with a beautifully designed learning space, a dedicated playground, and a gymnasium conveniently located within Fitzrovia Collection communities. Our \"playful teaching\" approach prepares students for a successful transition to primary school and beyond.

Fitzrovia is a vertically integrated development and asset manager focused on Class-A and vintage-style apartment buildings across the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) and Montreal. Fitzrovia provides best-in-class development, construction, property and asset management with a focus on design, active lifestyle management and exceptional customer service.

Fitzrovia partners with public institutions, pension funds and high net worth investors who have a bias towards long-term cash flow generating assets. The company is the largest developer of purpose-built rental apartments in Canada with over $9 billion of assets under management.

We focus on our people and our culture, and offer a competitive salary, benefits, and career development opportunities. As a proud Canadian company, we are consistently recognized as one of the Best Places to Work by The National Apartment Association. To learn more about Fitzrovia and Bloomsbury, visit www.fitzrovia.ca and www.bloomsbury.ca.

Fitzrovia is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all our employees. If you require reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process, please reach us at .