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About the Role

The Early Childhood Assistant will assist in the implementation of the children's program within a safe and nurturing environment, adhering to developmental requirements and relevant legislation. This role supports the Registered Early Childhood Educator (RECE) in a team-teaching setting.

Responsibilities

• Supervise children in a safe and healthy environment.
• Update attendance throughout the day.
• Conduct consistent headcount during all indoor and outdoor transitions of children.
• Assist the RECE in preparing and setting up program activities.
• Assist with brief observation notes on individual child/children behavior and responses to aid the RECE in tracking developmental needs.
• Extend a warm welcome to families at all times.
• Maintain positive and professional relationships with parents, families, peers, and visitors.
• Assist in establishing daily routines and schedules, providing guidance and consistency.
• Ensure consistent behavior guidance and management are followed, supporting the ELC Behavior Guidance Policy.
• Discuss and provide brief notes of observations with team teachers for inclusion in program plans and children's learning experiences.
• Assist in the day-to-day functions of the classroom in accordance with CCEYA, AQI, and TPH.
• Ensure the room is organized at all times, including toys and equipment.
• Help older children be responsible for cleanup and work with placement students to label and organize.
• Maintain records, copies of program plans, daily care information, and other documentation as required.
• Assist with opening and closing of the Centre when an RECE is on staff.
• Participate regularly in supervision as required by agency policy.
• Pursue professional development through training sessions and literature.
• Provide housekeeping duties as assigned by the ELC Director.
• Report any signs of child abuse to the Children's Aid Society.
• Inform ELC Director and team members of children's illnesses, injuries (with correct documentation), and absenteeism in a timely manner.
• Perform any other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Early Childhood Assistant certificate, equivalent experience, or currently enrolled in an ECE program.
• Standard First Aid certificate/Vulnerable sector PC/ Clean medical check.
• Strong customer service capability with experience in developing and maintaining positive relations with parents, families, peers, and guests.
• Be a dedicated and flexible team player able to interact with team members and colleagues at all levels of the agency.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a respectful and aware manner with groups from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and socio-economic status.
• Offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a Vulnerable Sector Check.
• Credential verifications and references required.

Skills

• Knowledge of developmental requirements for the age group.
• Awareness of Child Care and Early Years Act (CCEYA), Toronto Children’s Service- Assessment for Quality Improvement (AQI), Toronto Public Health (TPH), and ‘How Does Learning happen?’, Ontario pedagogy for the Early years.
• Teamwork
• Communication
• Observation skills
• Customer service
• Flexibility
• Interpersonal skills
• Cultural awareness

Location

• On-site

Work Type

• Full-time
• Contract

Experience Level

• Not specified

Education Level

• Early Childhood Assistant certificate or equivalent

Salary/Compensations

• $50,056 per annum and pro-rated based on the length of the contract

Benefits

• Flexible hours in a planned program environment.
• A focus on cross-disciplinary collaboration and knowledge sharing.
• Ongoing professional development opportunities.

About the Company

• Children are at the front and centre of what we do; they are the foundation of our purpose and the basis for our evidence-driven strategy.
• Our mission is to transform the lives of children, youth and their families by developing and delivering innovative, research-based mental health and early learning programs.
• At the Child Development Institute (CDI), we are passionate about helping our communities’ most vulnerable members and their caregivers.
• Recognized as a leader and model for measurement-based impact, we are client-centred, family-centred, and data-informed.
• We are a place where professionals grounded in mental health, care, and well-being of infants, children and youth, come together in collaboration, learning and inclusion.
• As a multiservice organization delivering social, emotional, and behavioural counselling services, early childhood education, learning disabilities and mental health services, and family violence services, we address the whole person from when they begin their life.
• Every child and family that reaches out to us is unique, and we value and embrace their individuality.
• We deliver the tailored support and tools they need to build life-long skills, positive mental health, and resilience.
• Fostering positive transformations in mental health for over a century, CDI is a world-class leader trusted in helping children, youth and families through a wide range of evidence-informed services to build lasting change.
• At CDI, we prioritize the mental well-being and work-life balance of our teams.
• We acknowledge the reality of the emotionally demanding work each of us puts in every day.
• We strive to create a collaborative, diverse, inclusive, and equitable space where creativity flourishes.

Equal Opportunity

• CDI is firmly committed to diversity within its community and welcomes applications from racialized persons/persons of colour, Indigenous People of North America and the world, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ persons, and those who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.
• We are committed to providing equitable opportunities in employment and to providing a workplace which is free from discrimination and harassment.
• We are equally committed to providing an inclusive and accessible workplace.
• If you require accommodations, please reach out to us at careers@childdevelop.ca.