**Status:**Regular, Full-Time (37.5 hours per week)

**Position level:**Level 6

Hiring range:$60,731.88 to $70,404.90

Salary range:$60,731.88 to $81,618.57

**Job Location:**Mothercraft College of Early Childhood Educators, 646 St. Clair Avenue West

A little about us

Hi, we’re Mothercraft, and we’re so excited to meet you!

For nearly a century, we've been a trailblazer in promoting health child development and supporting families in our community. We're dedicated to excellence and constantly exploring innovative concepts and ideas related to child care and education.

Our approach is grounded in the latest research, which guides every aspect of our work. This includes everything from our high-quality child care and enrichment programs, to our specialized services for children and families with unique needs, and our comprehensive training programs for childcare provides and other professionals.

At Mothercraft, we celebrate diversity and strive to cultivate a warm and inclusive environment that welcomes everyone. Join us in our mission to help children thrive and families flourish!

A little about our Education & Training Division

At Mothercraft, we are dedicated to providing exceptional childcare and early learning experiences that promote healthy development for all families. The Education and Training Division includes Mothercraft's College of Early Childhood Education and training department. Mothercraft's College of Early Childhood Education offers a twelve (12) month, four-semester, accelerated and intensive diploma program in Early Childhood Education. The Mothercraft Diploma in Early Childhood Education is recognized by the College of Early Childhood Educators (CECE) and is a Registered Career College with the Ministry of Colleges and Universities (MCU). Mothercraft also offers professional training for individuals and groups in the early learning and early years sectors as well as training programs related to Home Based Child Care.

Job summary

As our newest**Placement Coordinator,**you will play a crucial role supporting Mothercraft's College of Early Childhood Education. Your passion for early childhood education and ability to connect with students will be instrumental in fostering a positive and engaging atmosphere. You'll work alongside a team of dedicated educators and faculty staff, collaborating to provide the highest education for students and professionals. Sound exciting? Here's a little more...

As a Placement Coordinator, you will…

• Report to the Manager of Academic Programs and coordinate student placements internally and externally
• Deliver ECE Diploma courses or guest lectures/seminars in-person and online (as needed)
• Advise on/coordinate placements across different programs (in-person and online), including supervision and in-person field visits.
• Build new partnerships and agreements, maintain existing partnerships and agreements with placement sites, identify potential field placements
• Arrange, conduct, and document meetings with students and placement partners regarding placement related matters
• Conduct all placement orientations, tutorials, and small group orientation meetings
• Participate in discussions and meetings to ensure placement content is in tune with current research and trends offered in the Diploma programs
• Ensure student documentation required for placements is maintained, complete, and current
• Ensure all placement assignments and age specific paper work are maintained and updated in Learning Management System (Moodle)
• Evaluate all placement assignments/paperwork for each block placement, submit grades within timely manner and file documentation
• Utilize a variety of video conferencing platforms (Zoom, MS Teams) and Mothercraft's Learning Management System (Moodle)

You will be set up for success if you have...

• Early Childhood Education Diploma or related Bachelor's degree, working towards a Masters' Degree preferred
• At least 5 years of experience in an early learning setting
• A minimum of 2 years of experience in a student mentoring and/or supervisory setting
• Knowledge of video conferencing platforms (Zoom, MS Teams); familiarity with Mothercraft's Learning Management System (Moodle) an asset
• Experience working with indigenous people is an asset
• Satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Police Reference Check
• A valid driver's license and access to a vehicle (travel within GTHA)

As the ideal candidate, you possess...

• A strong knowledge of early childhood development and the early learning and care sector
• A strong communicator with skills in written and verbal communication
• A collaborative team member and an ability to work independently
• A strong ability to multi-task and excellent organizational skills
• An ability to be flexible and adapt to changing priorities
• Ability to work in a fast paced, complex, and team based adult learning environment

Why you'll love working at Mothercraft

Our people are at the heart of everything we do here at Mothercraft, and we take pride in fostering an inclusive space that inspires our team to love where they work! From rewarding career opportunities to a comprehensive benefits package and a defined benefit pension plan, we go above and beyond to prioritize your success and here’s how we do it…

-**Team:**We're a team of passionate individuals who are committed to supporting healthy child development and making a positive impact on families and communities.

• Benefits: Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes extended health, dental, life insurance, and long-term disability coverage, ensuring that you and your family are well taken care of
• Pension: Take advantage of our defined benefit pension plan, which provides financial security and stability for your future -**Time off:**Enjoy generous paid time off, including vacation starting at 3 weeks, 12 sick days, and 3 floater days a year, allowing you to take the time you need to recharge and relax.
• Financial wellness: Participate in our financial wellness program through Enriched Academy, which provides resources and tools to help you achieve your financial goals and improve your financial well-being -**Life-long learning:**We're life-long learners here at Mothercraft. Grow your skills and knowledge through our professional development opportunities which will help you stay up-to-date with the latest research and best practices in the field
• Extra support: Access your Employee and Family Assistance Program, which provides confidential support and resources to help you and your family with a wide range of personal and professional challenges

Next steps

Apply today by submitting your resume by March 31, 2026. We appreciate your interest and thank all applicants for their submissions. However, please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. This posting is for an existing vacancy.

**Think you’re the ideal candidate but you don’t meet all the requirements? Apply anyways.**We would love to review your application to see if you’re the right fit or find you an alternative opportunity. Not the role for you? Share this posting with your network.

Diversity and inclusion

Mothercraft is committed to a workforce that is reflective of the diverse populations that we support. We welcome applications from qualified individuals from all backgrounds. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), Mothercraft strives to ensure that all recruiting processes are inclusive and barrier-free. If you require an accommodation, please advise the Human Resources Department in advance of attending an interview. We are committed to a selection process and work environment that is inclusive, equitable and accessible.