The incumbent develops and delivers courses for the Early Childhood Education program at the Barrie campus. Responsibilities include creating curriculum, evaluating student progress, and participating in program renewal activities.
Requirements summary
Requires a diploma or degree in Early Childhood Education and at least five years of front-line experience with children aged 0-8. Candidates must be registered with the College of Early Childhood Educators and have three years of post-secondary teaching experience.
$72.56-$159.79 per hour Status: Part-time Effective Date: August 2026 Located in Barrie and reporting to the Associate Dean, Human Services & Community Safety, the incumbent develops and delivers a course in the Human Services and Community Safety academic area for the Early Childhood Education program. Courses may be scheduled and delivered during the day or evening and are planned to be delivered in person at the Barrie campus. Specific duties include, but are not limited to:
Delivers course(s) in the Early Childhood Education program Develops and delivers appropriate curriculum to meet course objectives
Incorporates a variety of teaching / learning strategies to meet student needs
Evaluates student progress / achievement
Participates in program and college activities as required
Participates in program revisions and renewal activities as required
Creates and maintains a positive learning environment
Qualifications
Successfully completed a diploma and/or degree in Early Childhood Education
Successfully completed a degree in a related field of study
Successfully completed a Masters degree in a related field is an asset
Current member (or eligible to register) with the College of Early Childhood Educators (Registered Early Childhood Educators)
Minimum five years of Early Childhood Education
A minimum of five years’ experience in the field of early childhood education with front line experience working with children 0-8 years old
Leadership experience in early learning and education
Understanding of the pedagogy in Ontario under the Ministry of Education, Reggio Emilia educational philosophy and experience supporting nature-based play and learning are key assets
3 years of experience in teaching (face-to-face and online modalities) and curriculum development at the post-secondary level or equivalent experience as a facilitator in the field
Experience creating and facilitating experiential learning opportunities (ex. field placement, community-service learning, community engaged research and scholarship, social innovation, etc.)
Extensive experience in working with children, youth and families experiencing complex needs of mental health challenges, behavioural issues and suicide risk assessment and treatment
Experience working with, and an intimate understanding of, issues impacting outcomes for systemically excluded populations
Proven commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Decolonization practice including knowledge and experience of working with diverse communities
Experience embracing change and leading innovation
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Commitment to life-long learning
Computer literacy: MS Office along with a high comfort level with learning new software such as student learning management systems and various teaching delivery applications
Proven ability to work in a team environment and to foster the same in students
Experience in some or all of the following is an asset: curriculum development, a variety of delivery strategies, learning methodologies, academic advising, and student success strategies Acceptable proof of education (degree, credentials) from recognized post secondary institutions or confirmation of international equivalencies will be required as part of selection process Georgian College supports diversity, equity and a workplace free from harassment and discrimination and is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free environment. We invite applications from all qualified candidates and actively encourage applications from members of groups with historical and/or current barriers to equity, including, but not limited to persons of Indigenous ancestry, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, women and members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community. If you are contacted to participate in the interview, please advise the coordinator of any accommodations needed with respect to any materials or processes used to ensure you have access to a fair and equitable process. Alternate formats will be provided upon request throughout the recruitment and selection process.
This position will be open until filled. While we thank all applicants, only those contacted for an interview will be acknowledged.
Market context
Ontario ECE part-time faculty demand
In Ontario, part-time Early Childhood Education faculty roles are typically competitive because colleges look for candidates who combine current front-line experience with post-secondary teaching ability and active College of Early Childhood Educators registration. This posting’s requirements and benefits are AI-summarized from the original job description, helping you review the essentials faster. Before applying, confirm your registration status and gather examples of teaching, curriculum, and child-development work with ages 0-8.
