Compass Early Learning and Care is a progressive non-profit organization where we work collaboratively to provide excellence in early learning and care. The richness and uniqueness of our learning environments are an invitation for adults and children to discover together the joy of learning. CELC envisions a place where children are valued as citizens of today; where the principles of democracy guide our relationships with children, families, colleagues and our community.

Areas:

• Peterborough City & County (Apsley, Norwood, Havelock, Lakefield, Warsaw, Bridgenorth)
• Durham Region (Courtice, Bowmanville, Hampton, Enniskillen, Orono, Newcastle, Newtonville, Kirby, Oshawa, Whitby, Brooklin, Scugog, Port Perry, Ajax, Pickering, Uxbridge, Brock)
• City of Kawartha Lakes (Lindsay, Little Britain, Oakwood, Woodville, Cameron, Fenelon Falls, Bobcaygeon, Bolsover, Omemee, Dunsford, Kirkfield, Coboconk, Manilla)
• Haliburton County (Minden, Kinmount, Haliburton, Wilberforce, Carnarvon, Cardiff)
• Northumberland County (Cobourg, Port Hope, Colborne, Brighton, Campbellford)
• Expanding into new communities regularly – Contact Us for more information

Start Date:

Is dependent on current government funding and licensing capacity. At this time, we are gathering applicants for our Provider waitlist. We will connect with qualified applicants once we are able to initiate the onboarding process. We will then schedule a first initial home visit around your availability.

Capacity:

As a Licensed HCC Provider, you may have up to 6 children under the age of 13 years (no more than 3 under the ages of 24 months). This includes provider’s own children under the age of 4 (If your child is in kindergarten, your child no longer is included in ratio).

Hours:

You can set your own schedule and hours (part day, full day, extended day, evenings, weekends, overnight).

Bonuses & Incentives:

• Consistent pay cheques
• Paid closure days
• Annual compensation incentives, as funding allows
•  Access to Health Benefits
• Eligible for Government Enhancement Grants
• Premium bonus for extended hours (before 7am and/or after 6pm)
• Support with curriculum and pedagogy
• Access to (a minimum of) 12 hours of Professional Development training/year

Job Requirements and Competencies:

• Access to suitable operational space for up to 6 children (this includes: play, meals, sleep, outdoor areas).
• Have experience with young children.
• Show warmth, sincerity and genuine interest when working with children.
• Rent (would need Landlord’s approval) or own your home/apartment.
• Have strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Have strong behaviour guidance skills that include problem solving, positive reinforcement and redirection strategies.
• Have a valid/accredited Standard First Aid/CPR Level C certificate.
• Updated immunization records (Or a signed and notarized refusal of affidavit or medical exemption).
• Have a current Police Vulnerable Sector Check (not more than three months old).
• Have an active Food Handler’s Certificate.