About Mothercraft

Mothercraft Ottawa is a non-profit multifaceted family support agency offering a wide array of programs for families from pregnancy to school age. Mothercraft has been supporting and meeting the needs of families and care providers in our community since 1944.

We offer early learning programs and services that support early childhood development and full-time, part-time and casual licensed childcare programs for children aged 6 weeks to 12 years. Mothercraft Ottawa’s childcare programs are provided in a centre, in a school or in a caregiver’s home and are available throughout the year.

We offer a comprehensive range of support services for parents, including prenatal classes, birth companion support, drop-in play groups and parenting workshops. As an EarlyON Child and Family Centre, we offer programs and workshops that support parents and caregivers in all aspects of early child development. Our programs are offered in both English and French.

Role Summary

Do you want to be part of a dynamic team that makes a difference in the lives of children and families in Ottawa? If you want to start your journey and join a supportive and dynamic team that helps families grow and thrive, then we want to hear from you!

The Educator, under the direction of the Program Manager and in conjunction with the Lead Educator, implements our Child Care Program in accordance with the Program Statement in their program classroom(s).

The Educator models our program to other Early Childhood Educators, Educators and other classroom staff, post-secondary students and volunteers and acts as a resource to parents. They also provide support and guidance when dealing with behaviour issues.

This role promotes the cognitive, social, physical and emotional well-being and development of the children under the guidelines of How Does Learning Happen? Ontario’s Pedagogy for the Early Years, Mothercraft Ottawa’s mission and strategic plan and the Child Care and Early Years Act (CCEYA).

In addition to teaching, our Educators are responsible in providing diverse basic care needs including supplying proper nutrition and performing cleaning duties.

A professional appearance, demeanour and attitude must be always maintained, as well as a high level of confidentiality in all interactions.

The Role

· Establishes, implements and supports the program statement in partnership with the Program Manager, Lead Educator and Early Childhood Educators

· Participates in the supervision and training of new staff, students, and volunteers

· Proficiently finds appropriate ways to address challenging behaviour and situations, and guides towards a suitable outcome using appropriate techniques

· Designs required documentation for the program in consultation with the Program Manager

· Recognizes, respects and responds to the needs of the group, the individual and diversity within the program

· Serves nutritious snacks to the children using proper food handling techniques, and maintains play environments, kitchen and storage areas in an organized and sanitary condition

· Ensures positive communication with families through regular in-person and written contact regarding the program and children

· Ensures compliance with the CCEYA, provincial regulations and agency policies, procedures and best practices

· Performs other reasonable duties as required

Role Requirements

· RECE, Child and Youth Care, Recreation and Leisure, or B.Ed. diploma/degree; equivalent experience will be considered

· Strong understanding of child development and program planning

· Valid First Aid and Standard CPR Level C certification including Infant + Child

· Clear police Vulnerable Sector Check

· Ability to work flexible hours

· Experience working with kindergarten, school-age or special needs children an asset

· Valid Ottawa Public Health Food Handlers certification an asset

Competencies

· A reflective and creative educator who understands, embraces and applies the foundations of “How Does Learning Happen”, and whose practice is guided by ELECT’s 6 Guiding Principles

· Equally comfortable working as an individual contributor and in a team environment

· Demonstrates effective problem-solving, organizational, interpersonal and communication skills

· Problem-solver and proactive thinker

Working Conditions

· Working in different environments with frequent interruptions including a busy classroom environment, outdoors and various community sites

· Extended periods of standing

Ability to work within a child-friendly environment, including on the floor, working at child-size furniture, or play structures

Lifting and carrying moderately heavy items (up to 50lbs); extensive bending and stretching

Ability to communicate effectively with parents from diverse backgrounds by phone, email and in person

Interaction with employees, management, and the public at large

Occasional overtime

Exposure to infectious waste or illnesses

Hours of Work + Compensation

This role requires availability for a 5.5-hour split shift of 7:15-9:15 a.m. and 2:30-6:00 p.m. Monday to Friday OR a 3.5-hour afternoon shift 2:30 – 6:00 p.m. Monday to Friday. Both shifts have the potential to work 7.5 hours per day on all school PD days, Winter Break, March Break and throughout the summer.

Staff hired to work the 5.5-hour split shift are eligible for our group health and dental benefits package. All roles come with generous paid vacation and sick leave.

Hourly rate is $22.92, with increases as per our compensation policy.

Mothercraft Ottawa reserves the right to modify the terms of its benefit packages, from time to time, in its sole discretion.

Please note that while we appreciate your interest in the position, only applicants who are short-listed for an interview will be contacted.

Mothercraft Ottawa is committed to providing a barrier-free work environment in concert with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. As such, Mothercraft Ottawa will make accommodations available to applicants with disabilities upon request during the recruitment process.

Mothercraft Ottawa strives to ensure that its employment practices are free from direct and indirect discrimination and is committed to upholding the human rights of those participating in the hiring process. In pursuit of this commitment, Mothercraft Ottawa will not condone or tolerate any acts of discrimination or harassment under any of the grounds protected under human rights legislation. This commitment extends to the hiring process and throughout the course of employment.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $22.92 per hour

Expected hours: 17.5 – 27.5 per week

Benefits:

Casual dress
Dental care
Employee assistance program
Extended health care
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision care
Wellness program

Flexible language requirement:

French not required

Schedule:

Monday to Friday

Application question(s):

Are you eligible to work and live in Canada?

Licence/Certification:

Police Vulnerable Sector Check (required)
Standard First Aid/CPR Infant + Child (required)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2025-07-18

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