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Preschool Teacher

Oakville, ON
$24 - $27/hour
Mid Level
Full-time

Top Benefits

Annual certificate workshops provided by the school
3-4 CCEYA PD Days per year hosted by the school
Winter holiday break

About the role

Overview (MUST have RECE)
We are seeking passionate and dedicated Preschool Teachers (and supply teachers) to join our educational team at our Oakville campus. The ideal candidates will have a strong background in early childhood education and a commitment to fostering a nurturing and stimulating environment for young children. This role requires creativity, patience, and the ability to engage children in learning through play and structured programming.

We are a CWELCC funded school. We ask ONLY NEW APPLICANTS to apply, thank you!

General Duties:

  • Develop and implement age-appropriate lesson plans that align with early childhood education standards.
  • Create a safe, welcoming, and inclusive classroom environment that promotes social, emotional, and cognitive development.
  • Educate children on various subjects through interactive activities, storytelling, and hands-on experiences.
  • Manage classroom behavior effectively while encouraging positive interactions among students.
  • Collaborate with parents and guardians to support children's learning and development.
  • Maintain accurate records of student progress and communicate regularly with parents regarding their child's growth.
  • Incorporate special education strategies as needed to support diverse learning needs within the classroom.
  • Utilize time management skills to balance teaching responsibilities with administrative tasks.

Requirements

  • A degree in Early Childhood Education (RECE) required.
  • Experience working with children in a preschool or educational setting is essential.
  • Strong organizational skills to manage classroom activities and maintain an orderly environment.
  • Leadership qualities that inspire confidence and respect from students and colleagues alike.
  • Ability to write clear lesson plans and documentation of student progress.
  • Familiarity with special education practices is a plus.
  • Proficiency in French is desirable but not mandatory; however, it can enhance communication with bilingual families.
  • A genuine passion for educating young children and contributing positively to their early development.

Candidates must be/have:

  • nurturing, team players and dedicated to the field of early childhood education;
  • good familiarity with the new CCEYA legislation;
  • some experience with phonics, printing and math programs;
  • RECE in good standing;
  • fully fluent in both oral and written English;

Responsibilities and Duties

Candidates must have experience:

  • caring for toddler to preschool age children;
  • receiving/discharging students;
  • communicating with parents in a productive, meaningful and professional manner;
  • program planning as a team member;
  • working within a small school community with professional grace;
  • supervising rest periods and outdoor play time;
  • writing and editing report cards with team members;
  • writing incident and accident reports;
  • following preschool policies and procedures.

Overall

  • work a nine hour shift with 1 hour unpaid lunch;
  • work with experienced RECE team;
  • vacation time according to ESA.

Qualifications and Skills

Candidates must have:

  • RECE current "in good standing" qualifications;
  • Infant Child First Aid/CPR Level C and Epi-Pen Training;
  • Completed Vulnerable Sector paperwork.

We offer the following benefits:

  • annual certificate workshops provided by the school;
  • 3-4 CCEYA PD Days per year hosted by the school;
  • winter holiday break;
  • on-the-job and on-going training and mentorship;
  • health benefits after 3 months of full time employment;
  • a close knit team environment with positive supervisory support;
  • upward mobility applicants welcome!

Join us in shaping the future of our youngest learners by providing them with the foundation they need for lifelong success!

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $24.00-$27.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

  • Company events
  • Dental care
  • Extended health care
  • On-site parking
  • Vision care

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift
  • Day shift
  • Monday to Friday

Application question(s):

  • Do you write fluently in English?
  • Do you reside within short commuter distance to the school?

Experience:

  • teaching: 3 years (preferred)

Language:

  • English Fluently (required)

Licence/Certification:

  • RECE (required)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2025-06-16
Expected start date: 2025-07-07

About Kendellhurst Academy

Child Day Care Services

Kendellhurst Academy Private Grade School Campus in Streetsville / Mississauga accepts applications from students throughout the year for our Kindergarten to Grade 8 program. Tours for our grade school campus are done by appointment and conducted by our School Administrators. Please call the school (905) 813-8000 to set your appointment.