JOB POSTING: DC-26-01

Day Care Educator
Bouts de chou Daycare
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time, Non-Union
Rate of Pay: $29.22-$33.38 / hour
Date Posted: January 27, 2026

Job Summary

The Day Care Educator fosters a safe and enriching environment that supports children’s physical, emotional, intellectual, and social development. This role involves planning and supervising activities, guiding positive interactions, and collaborating with families to support the well-being and growth of children.

Requirements

• Post-secondary education in Early Childhood Education
• Current Standard First Aid Certification
• Bilingualism is required (French/English)
• Experience working in a childcare or early childhood education setting (preferred)
• Ability to design and deliver creative, age‑appropriate programs and activities
• Strong interpersonal, observational, and communication abilities
• Ability to maintain a positive, cooperative, and professional attitude within the team

Working Conditions and Hours of Work

• Ability to lift, carry, and move children and classroom materials (up to approx. 20–40 lbs)
• Active participation in indoor and outdoor activities, including bending, standing, walking, and playing at children’s level
• Typical childcare centre setting with exposure to noise, cleaning products, and varied child behaviors
• 40 hours/week, scheduled between 7:00 a.m. and 5:45 p.m.
• Occasional meetings, trainings, or special events outside regular hours

A detailed job description is available on demand.

Questions regarding the roles and responsibilities of this position can be directed to:

Brigitte Bouffard Email: bbouffard@hearst.ca
Director of Social Services Town of Hearst

Interested candidates may submit a cover letter and resume by 4:00 p.m. on February 12, 2026, using the subject line “(your name) – Day Care Educator”, to the following address:

Jean-Michel Vachon Email: hr@hearst.ca
Director of Human Resources Town of Hearst

Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. In accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, personal information is collected and will only be used for the purposes of candidate selection. The Town of Hearst is an equal opportunity employer. Accessibility accommodations are available throughout all stages of the recruitment process. Applicants are asked to inform us of their accommodation needs in advance.