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RECE – Holstein, 1 year contract.
We are hiring an Registered Early Childhood Educator at our Holstein location to fill an upcoming vacancy. Childcare experience required.
Kids & Us are calling for resumes for an RECE at our Holstein location. This is a permanent position. The successful candidate must have childcare experience and reliable transportation to and from this rural childcare. The individual must be committed to collaborating with and contributing to the whole team to implement and support an early childhood program. Kids & Us is proud to be part of the Canada Wide Early Learning and Child Care Program.
Responsibilities
- Create and implement age-appropriate educational activities for young children.
- Foster a safe and nurturing environment for children under your care.
- Utilize effective communication skills to interact with children, parents, and colleagues.
- Ensure the well-being and development of each child in the program.
- Collaborate with other staff members to support the overall success of the childcare center.
We offer;
- Competitive wages (RECE starts at $25.35/hour) and comprehensive benefit package
- Competitive mileage rates for work related travel
- Eligible wage subsidies funded by the provincial and/or federal government, included in posted hourly rate.
- Opportunities for paid Professional Development
- Personal Leave, exceeding the minimum standard.
Qualifications;
- Registered Early Childhood Educator or Ministry Equivalent with related childcare experience
- Police Vulnerable Sector Check required prior to commencement of employment
- First Aid and WHMIS Certification
Kids & Us is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive, barrier free recruitment and selection process. If contacted for an employment opportunity, please advise if you require accommodation to ensure your equal participation.
To learn more or apply today, please send resume with cover letter to Programs Manager at nfindlay@kidsandus.ca.
Only those selected for interviews will be contacted.
Cook – Markdale Childcares
Markdale East Kids & Us is a brand new childcare centre (2025) located in Beavercrest Community School. The childcare offers care for toddler, preschool and school age programs. Kids & Us will also reopen Markdale Kids & Us (2026) at Grey Gables to complete the Markdale Childcare Team! We are hiring a cook for our Markdale Team, start date TBD. (Late 2025)
Kids & Us offers:
- Excellent compensation packages including health benefits, PL beyond ESA standard
- Ongoing Professional Development with paid opportunities
- Mileage for work related travel and deliveries
- Hourly wage range is $18.66 – $19.95 plus eligible wage subsidies.
Responsibilities:
- purchasing preparing and presenting all food served in the Markdale childcares and for following approved menus that follow the Canada Food Guide.
- daily transportation to deliver snacks and lunch to Markdale Kids & Us
- collaborate with other cooks within Kids & Us network to menu plan seasonal, wholesome and nutritious menus.
- maintain the kitchen environment clean, safe, and prepared for any inspector, e.g. Public Health, MEDU, while keeping abreast of all food allergies within the childcare.
- Markdale laundry will also be picked up and transferred to Markdale East to be laundered by the cook and returned as needed.
Experience and Qualifications:
- Experience with Safe Food Handling in a fast paced environment
- Maintain up to date First Aid and CPR certification
- Current Vulnerable Sector Check
- Up to date Record of Immunization or relevant exemption forms
- WHMIS, Food Handlers Certificate, Supervisor Health and Safety Awareness
- Valid Drivers license, reliable transportation and proof of insurance.
Successful individual will have experience in batch cooking/baking. They should have a passion for food prep and presentation. If this is an opportunity you are interested in, please submit your cover letter and resume to nfindlay@kidsandus.ca by October 10, 2025, to apply. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Kids & Us is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process. If contacted for an employment opportunity, please advise if you require accommodation.
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