Early Childhood Educator Teacher

Description:

As an On-Call Registered Early Childhood Educator (RECE) Teacher, you will step into Bloomsbury Academy classrooms on an as-needed basis to cover staff absences, vacations, leaves of absence, and periods of increased enrollment. Working with children aged 18 months to 6, you will quickly adapt to each site's routines and implement developmentally appropriate programming in your assigned classroom, fostering a safe, inclusive environment that supports children's holistic development while adhering to regulatory standards and organizational philosophy.
At Fitzrovia and Bloomsbury Academy, we pride ourselves on being an entrepreneurial and innovative organization, which makes this role well suited for a candidate looking to roll up their sleeves, wear multiple hats and contribute to all aspects of real estate investment and development.
This is an on-call position: you will be scheduled on an as-needed basis and must be available to work on-site at any Bloomsbury Academy location, with as much advance notice as possible.

This position is being created to build a reliable on-call roster and ensure consistent coverage across our Bloomsbury Academy locations. The hourly rate for this position is $27 - $30 based on skills and experience. As an on-call team member, hours are not guaranteed and will vary based on business needs, with vacation pay paid out in accordance with the Employment Standards Act. 
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 at your assigned location, collaborate with Bloomsbury staff to design and implement a curriculum tailored to the developmental needs of children in the assigned classroom, incorporating Montessori principles and practices where applicable.

Contribute to the ongoing development and enhancement of the program by identifying innovative ways to enrich children's learning experiences and foster independence, curiosity, and growth.

Utilize assessment tools such as Early Learning for Every Child Today (ELECT), How Does Learning Happen?, and AQI to evaluate program effectiveness, monitor children's progress, and inform program planning.

Foster a supportive, inclusive, and prepared learning environment that promotes children's cognitive, physical, social, emotional, and practical life development.

Observe children daily to monitor overall health, development, and well-being, documenting observations and communicating potential learning or behavioural concerns to the Director/Site Supervisor Teacher and families as appropriate.

Promote positive interactions, self-regulation, and respectful behaviour guidance while providing ongoing supervision during classroom, playground, group, individual, and routine activities.

Maintain accurate and complete child records, including emergency contact information, allergy lists, developmental observations, and other required documentation, ensuring the Director/Site Supervisor Teacher is informed of any updates.

Observe and assess children's progress, interests, and developmental needs to support individualized learning experiences and ensure programs meet both individual and group needs.

Facilitate engaging, hands-on learning experiences that encourage exploration, independence, concentration, and skill development across all areas of learning.

Maintain a positive, respectful, and supportive atmosphere through fair, consistent, and developmentally appropriate behaviour guidance practices.

Foster collaborative partnerships with families through ongoing communication, support, and resource sharing to promote children's success and well-being.

Previous Montessori classroom experience and/or Montessori training is considered a strong asset, with demonstrated understanding of child-led learning, prepared environments, and fostering independence in young children.

Qualifications and Experiences:

Montessori training, certification, or demonstrated experience in a Montessori classroom environment considered a strong asset

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