Registered Early Childhood Educator - Toddler Program

Join Our Growing Team!

For over 50 years, Gananoque & District Co-Operative Nursery School has been a trusted part of this community. We are entering an exciting new chapter, expanding to a full-day, year-round early learning program, and we are looking for passionate, reflective Registered Early Childhood Educators to help us shape what comes next.

This is a genuine opportunity to be part of building a unique program. We are a small, non-profit centre with deep roots in Gananoque, and we are growing with intention.

Positions Available: 1

Hours: Approximately 38 hours per week, Monday to Friday, on a four-day rotating schedule (7:15am-4:45pm)

Wage: $26.50/hr, including applicable grants

Benefits: Extended Health and Dental after 3 months

Childcare fees: Fees covered by UCLG for qualifying Registered ECE staff through Child Care Staff Fee Affordability Strategy

Anticipated start date: Mid-August 2026

Our Philosophy

We believe children learn best through curiosity, meaningful relationships, and time in the natural world. Grounded in the principles of How Does Learning Happen?, our practice is responsive, relationship-based, and intentional. Practitioners are thoughtful co-investigators, who follow children’s interests, create rich environments for exploration, and reflect on their practice alongside their colleagues.

We especially welcome educators who love being outside in all seasons, who are drawn to inquiry and emergent curriculum, and who bring genuine curiosity about children and the world they are discovering. Experience or training in nature-based and outdoor pedagogy is a particular asset as we continue to develop this aspect of our program.