Registered Early Childhood Educator (RECE) Supply /Casual (Unionized)

About Our Centre
Gledhill Avenue Child Care Centre (GACCC) is a non-profit child care centre serving the East
York community since 1989. We are licensed for 166 children and operate:

• Full-day Preschool Program
• Kindergarten and School Age Before/After School Programs
• Full-day programs during summer and school breaks

Position Summary
We are seeking a Registered Early Childhood Educator (RECE) to join our team in a
supply/casual capacity.

As a Supply RECE, you will be called in to cover short-term staffing needs, including absences,
vacations, and operational requirements, in accordance with the Collective Agreement.
You will be responsible for the care, supervision, and safety of children aged 2.5 to 9 years in a
licensed child care setting.

Job Status
Supply / Casual (Bargaining Unit Position) CUPE Local 5213-04

• Start Date: As soon as possible Schedule:

On-call, MondayFriday between 7:00 a.m. 6:00 p.m.

Shifts may vary depending on operational needs

Compensation

• Hourly Wage: As per Collective Agreement wage grid (dependent upon on qualifications
  and experience)
  
• Vacation Pay: Paid in accordance with the Employment Standards Act (ESA)
  
• Public Holiday Pay: Provided in accordance with ESA eligibility requirements

Unionized Workplace
This position is part of the bargaining unit represented by CUPE Local 5213-04.

• Employees must become and remain members in good standing of the Union within 30
  days of employment
• Union dues are deducted as per the Collective Agreement
• Employment is subject to applicable Collective Agreement provisions

Major Responsibilities

• Ensure the health, safety, and well-being of all children
• Implement centre policies, procedures, and program statement
• Support daily program operations and transitions
• Maintain a clean, safe, and engaging environment
• Use positive, developmentally appropriate guidance strategies
• Build respectful and inclusive relationships with children and families
• Complete required documentation (attendance, incident reports, etc.)
• Follow all health and safety practices, including Toronto Public Health guidelines
• Support both indoor and outdoor programming
• Perform daily cleaning and sanitization duties

Required Qualifications

• RECE in good standing with the College of Early Childhood Educators (Ontario)
• Experience working in a licensed child care setting & non for profit (preferred)
• Valid Standard First Aid & CPR-C (infant/child)
• Current Vulnerable Sector Check
• Up-to-date immunizations and TB test (as required)
• Ability to: Lift up to 25 kg & participate in active indoor/outdoor programming year-round

Assets

• Food Handler Certification
• Experience in unionized environments
  

Ontario Hiring Transparency Statements
Canadian Experience:
We welcome applicants with relevant experience gained in Canada or internationally. Canadian
experience is not required.

AI Disclosure:
We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess, or select applicants for this
position.

Accessibility & Accommodation
GACCC welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations
are available upon request throughout the recruitment and selection process in accordance with
AODA.