Company Description Hillcrest Progressive School is a licensed Jewish nursery school offering Toddler, Preschool and summer camp programs. We are located in the scenic green valley of Hogg’s Hollow at Yonge & York Mills Rd, providing a calm and nature-rich environment for young learners. Hillcrest Progressive School focuses on early childhood education that nurtures curiosity, social development, and foundational learning skills. The setting offers small, supportive classroom communities where educators can build strong relationships with children and families.
Role Description The Registered Early Childhood Educator is responsible for planning and implementing developmentally appropriate, play-based learning experiences and introducing our Hebrew Heritage program. Day-to-day tasks include creating and delivering lesson plans, facilitating indoor and outdoor activities, observing and documenting children’s progress, and maintaining a safe, inclusive, and engaging classroom environment. The educator will collaborate with colleagues, communicate regularly with families, and support children’s social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development. This is an 8-contract, on-site role based in Toronto, ON, requiring consistent in-person presence to support daily classroom routines and school events. Contract extension is dependant upon enrolment.
Qualifications
- Registered Early Childhood Educator (RECE) in good standing with the College of Early Childhood Educators
- Experience in early childhood settings with strong skills in curriculum planning and classroom management.
- Ability to design and implement play-based, inquiry-driven activities that support holistic development and align with early learning frameworks.
- Strong skills in observation, documentation, and assessment of children’s learning and behaviour.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills for working with children, families, and multidisciplinary teams.
- Demonstrated commitment to inclusive, anti-bias, and culturally responsive practices in early childhood education.
- Current certifications in Standard First Aid and CPR-C, and knowledge of health, safety, and childcare licensing regulations.
- Ability to work on-site in Toronto, ON, including participating in outdoor programming in a natural environment.
- Competitive salary, paid vacation, free on-site parking
