About Us

We are a licensed, thriving home daycare dedicated to providing a nurturing, adventurous, and high-quality early learning environment. We firmly believe in a play-based, emergent curriculum that follows the children's natural curiosity and interests. We believe children learn best through child-led explorations.

From rainy-day puddle jumping to sunny afternoon play outside, we believe the best classroom has no walls. We spend a significant amount of time outdoors in all weather conditions. We regularly venture off-site to explore our beautiful local community, spending our mornings and afternoons at John Hendry Park (Trout Lake) and Copley Orchard.

The Opportunity:

We are looking for a confident, high-energy, and experienced ECE with a strong work ethic to join our small team. You will be working directly alongside another passionate ECE (who is also the daycare manager) to co-navigate the daily operations, planning, and outdoor adventures for a wonderful group of 8 children.

If you love the outdoors, thrive in a collaborative environment, and love messy play  this is the perfect fit.

Required Experience:

• 4+ years expereince working with children 2.5 - 5 years old.
• Confident and capapble of leading small group of children on and off site.
• Comfortable working outdoors in all weather.
• Having home daycare experience is an asset

Key Responsibilities:

• Curriculum & Care: Co-plan and implement an emergent, play-based curriculum that responds to the children's evolving interests.

• Outdoor Exploration: Confidently lead and supervise off-site excursions to Trout Lake and Copley Orchard, rain or shine.

• Team Player: You are a strong communicator who thrives in a collaborative, co-teaching dynamic. Partner effectively with the ECE Manager to maintain a safe, joyful, and supportive environment.

• Environment Stewardship: Take pride in our space by participating in daily cleaning, sanitizing, and light maintenance to ensure a safe, licensed environment.

Salary & Benefits:

Starting at $25-27 per hour for a probationary period of three months, after which increases will be from $27 to $32 per hour with extended health/dental benefits. Hourly wage will depend upon experience. These wages include Wage Enhancement.

Additional Notes:

This position is Monday - Friday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm.

We have a lovely ratio of 4:1, 2 educators for 8 children during core hours. With the exception of admin days when the manager steps off the floor. In the afternoon (3:30 pm - 5:00pm) the successful candidate will work on their own with 8 children.