The Mabin School is a small, co-educational JK to Grade 6 progressive school with a strong commitment to inquiry, integration, and reflection. We are Canada’s first independent Ashoka Changemaker School, and are recognized for instilling the qualities of leadership, teamwork, problem-solving and, most of all, empathy. At The Mabin School, our mission is to create the next generation of original thinkers, adaptive leaders and caring citizens. Achieving academic excellence and honouring student interests are always at the centre of the inquiry-based learning in the Mabin classroom. All aspects of the child’s development — social, emotional, intellectual, and physical — are considered and given equal importance by our exceptional faculty.
We are looking for an Early Childhood Specialist for the 2026/2027 school year. This person will support student learning during the school day as part of a team of educators and also support our extended care program. This candidate is someone who believes that relationships are at the heart of all learning.
We welcome applications from creative, dynamic, and energetic educators who share in the school’s philosophy, enjoy collaborating with others and will participate fully in the life of the school.
Responsibilities:
Collaborate with classroom educators and staff to plan and implement developmentally appropriate Early Learning Kindergarten activities.
● Support individual students’ needs, strengths, interests, and stages of development.
● Observe, monitor, and assess Kindergarten students’ development.
● Ability to support student learning in a manner that reflects the values of the school: incorporating student led inquiry, cross-curricular integration and opportunities for student goal setting and reflection
.● Promote pro-social behaviour (sharing, problem-solving, cooperation)
● Maintain a safe, healthy, and inclusive learning environment.
● Support daily routines (washroom, dressing, lunch).
● Assist with classroom setup, organization, and maintenance of materials and learning centers.
● Help prepare instructional materials and classroom resources.
● Support classroom management and overall operations.
● Work with students individually or in small groups to reinforce learning and skills development.
● Assist students with social, life, and learning skills and classroom integration.
● Supervise students during classes, activities, duty periods, field trips, and school events.
● Assist with first aid when required and seek additional help as needed.
● Attend meetings, conferences, school events, and professional development sessions.
● Communicate effectively with teachers, students, parents, and administrators.
● Perform additional duties as assigned by school administration.
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Required Qualifications and Experience:
· OCT Certification and/or ECE Certification
· Strong communication, organizational, and teamwork skills
Working Hours: 10 am – 6 pm
Salary Range : $45,000-$65,000, based on qualifications and experience
How to Apply:
If you are interested in this position, please apply by Monday, June 29 2026 to: Human Resources: hr@mabin.com
Applications will be reviewed as they are submitted.
The Mabin School is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all candidates who meet the minimum requirements for the position. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates engaging in all parts of the recruitment and selection process at The Mabin School.
We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
