Seneca Hill Private School
Seneca Hill Private School, founded in 1988, is committed to providing an enriched and personalized learning journey for each child. As an IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) Candidate School, we foster inquiry, reflection, and a global mindset within a close-knit, family-oriented community. Our small class sizes, emphasis on character education, and high academic standards empower students to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. We welcome all students to Seneca Hill, where bullying is not tolerated and a culture of respect and belonging is nurtured.
We are seeking an Early Childhood Educator (ECE) who is passionate about nurturing young learners through play-based inquiry, social-emotional growth, and creative exploration. The ideal candidate will cultivate curiosity, build strong foundational skills, and create a warm and inclusive environment that reflects the IB Learner Profile attributes.
Responsibilities
- Plan and facilitate engaging, play-based, and inquiry-driven learning experiences that foster curiosity and a love for learning.
- Support children’s development in key areas: language, numeracy, self-regulation, and social-emotional skills.
- Create safe, inclusive, and caring learning environments that reflect respect for diversity and individual needs.
- Incorporate storytelling, creative arts, outdoor exploration, and hands-on experiences to deepen learning connections.
- Use observation and documentation to assess growth and guide next steps in learning, in line with IB and The Kindergarten Program (2016) philosophy.
- Model and promote positive relationships, self-confidence, and community-building in the classroom.
- Collaborate with colleagues and families to support each child’s holistic development.
Qualifications
- Early Childhood Education Diploma and registration with the College of Early Childhood Educators (RECE).
- Experience working with children ages 4–6 in a classroom or childcare setting.
- Knowledge of play-based and inquiry-based learning; familiarity with the IB PYP is an asset. Intentional play is a huge priority for this position. This position will require an individual to play with students with a curricular and development focus.
- Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.
- Commitment to ongoing professional learning and reflective practice.
- Enthusiasm for fostering curiosity, creativity, and caring relationships in young children.
Why Join Seneca Hill?
- Be part of a supportive, family-oriented community.
- Collaborate with dedicated educators in an innovative and inquiry-driven environment.
- Contribute to shaping the future of our IB PYP journey.
- Make a meaningful impact on children’s earliest learning experiences.
Interested candidates are encouraged to forward a cover letter, résumé, and supporting documents to Human Resources at Seneca Hill Private School. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Visit us at www.senecahill.ca to learn more about our school and our journey as an IB PYP Candidate School.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $20.00-$23.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Extended health care
Ability to commute/relocate:
- North York, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Education:
- Bachelor's Degree (required)
Experience:
- teaching: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person
