Early Childhood Educator (RECE)

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 Hamilton region. 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 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 .

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

• 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.

• 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 Hamilton.