Early Childhood Assistant

JOB SUMMARY

Early Childhood Assistants (ECA and non ECA) under the direction of the Supervisor works closely with Registered Early Childhood Educators to assist in planning and developing age-appropriate programs to enhance the cognitive, physical, social, and emotional develop according to Organization’s program statement and philosophy and the Child Care Early Years Act, using Early Learning for Every Child Today (ELECT), and How Does Learning Happen?, Quality First and Public Health Guidelines Early Childhood Assistants are expected to develop and maintain professional relationships with families

Requirements:

- Understands the ELECCT document, “How does learning happen”, Play Based Learning and Reggio Emilia philosophies

- Experience working with children

- Current/valid First Aid and CPR-Level C

- Current Criminal Reference Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening

- 2 step TB test

- Up-to-date medical and immunizations

- Must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19

- Food Handler Certification (Preferred)

- Must be able to lift 20 kilos, ability for physical effort of carrying and picking up a child, ability to bend, stoop for physical activities with children

- Play active games with children, sing and dance with children in the classroom

- Ability to work outdoors during the outdoor play (minimum 2 hours daily, all through the year)

- Good oral and written communication skills

- Ability to work in a team environment

- Ability to build rapport with families/caregivers of children in your care

- Must be able to work between the hours of 6:30am - 6:00pm

POSITION SUMMARY:

· Along with the RECE, under the supervision of the Supervisor, plans and implements developmentally appropriate curriculum which includes activities, and experiences for children between the ages of 15 months to 6 years of age, focusing on the age range of children in the room you are positioned in

· Provides a physically safe and emotionally supportive environment showing sensitivity to the individuals needs of children in all aspects of development

· Observes children for daily overall health and ongoing observations for signs of potential learning or behavioural concerns and prepares written documentation for the Executive Director/Supervisor, parents, and/or outside agency

. Be a co-learner and participate in learning, singing, dancing and playing activities with children

· Engages each child individually each day, and makes every effort to greet every parent/guardian/caregiver

· Demonstrates knowledge of the Emergent Curriculum through How DOES Learning Happen and the Early Learning for Every Child Today (ELECT) documents and is able to use the tools to set up the classroom, materials, interactions so that they meet or exceed in all categories

· Asses the abilities, interests, and needs of children and discuss progress or concerns with other staff members

· Promotes positive interactions and behaviour guidance and direction with the ongoing supervision of the classroom, playground, group, individual and routine activities

· Engages and works collaboratively as a team member in caring for the children and the overall operation of the program; maintains regular and open communication with peers and all other co-workers

· Able to implement the four foundations of “How Does Learning Happen” through observations, reflections, documentations, and curriculum planning

· Engages each child individually each day, and makes every effort to greet every parent, guardian, and caregiver

· Performs administrative functions as required

· May be required to be one of two staff on duty until the last child is pick up from the centre

· Experience in the use of computer technology

· Maintains positive relationships with colleagues, children and families and Directors

· Center is open during the hours of 7:00 – 6:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. While every attempt is made for staff to have regular schedules and programs, the nature of the job requires staff to be flexible about shifts and program assignments

Application deadline: 2024-02-12

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: $16.55-$18.00 per hour

Expected hours: 30 – 48 per week

Schedule:

• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• Morning shift
• Overtime

Supplemental pay types:

• Overtime pay

Ability to Commute:

• Bowmanville, ON L1C 0N1 (required)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2024-02-25