Preschool Instructors

Why Clarington?

Clarington is a community full of possibilities.

As one of the fastest-growing municipalities in Durham Region, Clarington is home to over 107,000 residents across four urban centres and 14 hamlets. With our population expected to double by 2051, Clarington offers a perfect blend of urban living and small-town charm. We’re known for our thriving energy and agricultural sectors, vibrant historic downtowns, and exceptional quality of life.

Our team thrives in a collaborative environment that promotes work-life balance and meaningful community impact. We value accountability, integrity, and respect, and we are deeply committed to fostering equity, inclusion, and diversity in the workplace. Together, we’re building a stronger Clarington — for today and for future generations.

The future is bright – and working with the Municipality of Clarington means you can help shape it. How will you make your mark?

About the Role

Vacancy Status: Unless specifically stated, all job postings at the Municipality of Clarington are to fill existing vacancies within our organization.

The Community Services Division is looking for enthusiastic and knowledgeable staff to provide leadership and supervision in a safe and enjoyable environment for our seasonal preschool recreation programs. This position reports to the Supervisor, Community Programs – Recreation and Inclusion.

Key Responsibilities

• Leading the planning and implementation of daily preschool activities and workshops, by creating and delivering lesson plans.
• Supervising and interacting with participants daily.
• Ensuring the safety of all participants at all times.
• Collecting accurate attendance figures daily and maintaining weekly statistics.
• Communicating effectively with co-workers, parents, and supervisors.
• Other duties as assigned.

What you bring

• Degree or Diploma in Early Childhood Education.
• A Registered Early Childhood Educator (RECE) in good standing with the College of Early Childhood Educators.
• A minimum of two (2) years of experience working with preschool age children, 0 to 6 years of age.
• Ability to instruct children in a class setting.
• Able to work daytime hours, Monday through Sunday, with the flexibility to work evenings and weekends as required.
• Demonstrated experience providing excellent customer service.
• Proof of current Standard First Aid and CPR “C” certification would be an asset at time of interview. Successful candidates must obtain a Standard First Aid and CPR “C” certificate at employee’s expense prior to commencing employment.
• Certificate in High 5 Principles of Healthy Child Development (PHCD) would be an asset at time of interview. Successful candidates must obtain a PHCD certificate at employee’s expense prior to commencing employment.
• Must be legally able to work in Canada.

What we offer

• Rate of pay: $25.42 per hour (2026 rate), $26.25 (2027 rate)
• Hours of work: Successful candidates will be required to complete scheduled training prior to the start of programs and must be able to work evenings and weekends, up to a maximum 24 hours per week.

Additional Information

A satisfactory criminal record check with a vulnerable sector screening and proof of qualifications will be required for the successful candidate.

Pre-employment testing may consist of written and oral assessments.

How to Apply

Applications will be accepted untilNovember 20, 2026, at 11:59pm.

To learn more about employment with the Municipality of Clarington and to apply for this exciting and challenging opportunity,visit: www.clarington.net/careers.

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Our Commitment to Equity

The Municipality of Clarington is a progressive and inclusive employer committed to equity, diversity, and creating a respectful and barrier-free workplace.

Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. To request support or accessible formats, please contact the Human Resources Division at [email protected].

Privacy

Applicant information is collected under the authority of Section 11 of the Municipal Act, 2001 for the purpose of evaluating the applicant. Questions about this collection can be directed to Human Resources at [email protected].