Job Postings

Position overview and requirements:

The Cook, under the supervision of the Daycare Manager, will be responsible for planning and developing balanced menus and snacks, preparing full meals, shopping, storing food and maintenance of the kitchen. The Cook can replace childcare staff on occasion.

• Prepare nutritious and well-balanced daily meals for children, in accordance with planned menus.

• Make any necessary menu changes or substitutions to accommodate special needs and food allergies (anaphylactic).
• Make sure that the kitchen and food storage are clean and properly arranged at all times.
• Assure the safety in the kitchen environment.
• Plan menus and determine size of food portions
• Secondary school diploma plus vocational training in meal preparation cooking paired with a minimum of one year of experience in a similar position (daycare, hospital, elderly residence).
• Food Safety Training Attestation (mandatory).
• Valid Driver's License.
• Up to date First Aid certification (CPR Level C).
• Up to date immunization record.
• Valid and Negative Criminal Record Check - Vulnerable Sector (within six months).
• Job that requires good physical fitness.
• The incumbent must be organized, creative and able to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

Language requirements:

Excellent proficiency in English (verbal and written). French is an asset.

Compensation:

The salary is based on a 25-hour workweek and is set between $21.56 and $24.27 per hour, and includes an excellent benefits package, a pension plan, and free access to the gym at the Municipal Sports Dome. 

How to Apply:

Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume in Word or PDF format and clearly indicate the desired position to the attention of Human Resources, by email at jobs.emplois@russell.ca no later than 4:00 p.m. on November 4, 2025. 

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Positions available at St. Jean/La Croisée, Saint Joseph, St. Mother Teresa Daycares for our Before and After School Programs:

• Part-Time Registered Early Childhood Educators
• Part-Time Early Childhood Educators

Positions overview and requirements:

Registered Early Childhood Educators under the supervision of the Daycare Manager are responsible for delivering an educational program including activities that are geared toward children's development, their health, their security and their well-being and ensure professional and efficient management of the programming and activities of the service.

• College degree in Early Childhood Education or in the process of completing an apprenticeship program;
• Be a member of the Association of Early Childhood Educators Ontario;

• Valid and negative criminal record check - Vulnerable sector (within six months);
• Hold a valid CPR and First Aid certification;
• Must be 18 years or older;

• Communication and interpersonal skills;
• Patience, empathy and understanding of children’s needs;

• Ability to adapt and be flexible in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment;
• Capacity to work within a team and participate actively in supporting the center, children, families and co-workers;
• Have strong organizational and problem-solving skills.

Language requirements:

• Excellent proficiency in understanding, speaking, reading and writing of French (St. Joseph and St. Jean/La Croisée);
• Excellent proficiency in understanding, speaking, reading and writing of English (St. Mother Teresa);
• Bilingualism is an asset.

Compensation:

The salary is between $26.30/hour and $29.60/hour and includes pension plan as well as a free access to the Municipal Sports Dome Training Center (gym).

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Early Childhood Educators are responsible for delivering an educational program including activities that are geared toward children's development, their health, their security, and their well-being. 

• Hold a valid CPR and First Aid certification;
• Valid and negative criminal record check – Vulnerable sector (within 6 months);
• Must be 18 years or older;
• Communication and interpersonal skills;
• Patience, empathy and understanding of children’s needs;
• Ability to adapt and be flexible in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment;
• Work in cooperation within a strong team environment.

Language requirements:

• Excellent proficiency in understanding, speaking, reading and writing of French (St. Jean/La Croisée and Saint Joseph);
• Excellent proficiency in understanding, speaking, reading and writing of English (St. Mother Teresa);
• Bilingualism is an asset.

Compensation:

The salary is between $21.56/hour and $24.27/hour and includes pension plan as well as a free access to the Municipal Sports Dome Training Center (gym).

How to Apply:

Those interested in the position are invited to submit their resume in Word or PDF format by clearly stating the desired position and Daycare service to the attention of the Human Resources Department, by email at: jobs.emplois@russell.ca. These positions will remain open until filled. A detailed job description is available upon request.

The Cook, under the supervision of the Daycare Manager, will be responsible for planning and developing balanced menus and snacks, preparing full meals, shopping, storing food and maintenance of the kitchen. The Cook can replace childcare staff on occasion.

Primary Activities:

• Prepare nutritious and well-balanced daily meals for children, in accordance with planned menus.
• Make any necessary menu changes or substitutions to accommodate special needs and food allergies (anaphylactic).
• Make sure that the kitchen and food storage are clean and properly arranged at all times.
• Assure the safety in the kitchen environment.
• Plan menus and determine size of food portions.

Skills and Knowledge:

• Secondary school diploma plus vocational training in meal preparation cooking paired with a minimum of one year of experience in a similar position (daycare, hospital, elderly residence).
• Food Safety Training Attestation (mandatory).
• Valid Driver's License.
• Up to date First Aid certification (CPR Level C).
• Up to date immunization record.
• Valid and Negative Criminal Record Check - Vulnerable Sector (within six months).
• Job that requires good physical fitness.
• The incumbent must be organized, creative and able to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

Language requirements:

Excellent proficiency in French (verbal and written). English is an asset.

Compensation:

The salary is based on a 35-hour workweek and is set between $39,230 and $44,169 per year, and includes an excellent benefits package, a pension plan and free access to the gym at the Municipal Sports Dome. 

How to Apply:

Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume in Word or PDF format to the attention of Human Resources, by email at jobs.emplois@russell.ca. The position will remain open until filled. A detailed job description is available upon request.