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About the Role
Delivers high quality and developmentally appropriate programs for children to facilitate their physical, social, emotional and cognitive growth. Implements programs and activities that facilitate inclusion and integration of children with special needs. Supports a team environment in the classroom and the Centre.
Responsibilities
- Supervise children to protect their safety and well-being at all times.
- Ensure equipment and physical environment are free of safety or health hazards.
- Assist with planning, executing, and evaluating daily programming to promote children's optimal development.
- Encourage active learning to build self-esteem in an inclusive and respectful environment.
- Facilitate planned and spontaneous experiences.
- Observe children’s strengths, areas of challenge, emerging skills, and interests.
- Collaborate with the team to implement inclusive program plans.
- Record observations to support early identification of a child’s individual needs.
- Demonstrate positive adult/child interaction and effective communication.
- Promote children’s independence and problem-solving skills.
- Build children’s confidence and assist them with understanding and dealing with the consequences of their behavior.
- Model mutual respect and kindness.
- Communicate sensitively and appropriately with parents/families, providing feedback on their child’s learning and development.
- Participate in classroom set-up, including play areas.
- Work with the team to effectively manage children’s medication schedule and allergies.
- Drop off and/or pick up children from buses outside the Centre if applicable.
- Serve and clean up lunches, prepare snacks, maintain a clean and sanitary kitchen, and perform housekeeping duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Graduate of an Early Childhood Assistant program or equivalent with experience working with families and children, including those with special needs.
- Member in good standing with the College of Early Childhood Educators (if applicable).
- Working knowledge of ELECT, Play Based curriculum, and program planning based on an inclusion model.
- Good written and verbal communication skills and excellent listening skills.
- Computer literacy required, with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Internet, and email.
- Demonstrated ability to build and maintain effective work partnerships with diverse individuals.
- Ability to communicate effectively in more than one language is a definite asset.
- Acceptable Vulnerable Police Record Check.
- Current Standard First Aid certification and appropriate medical and immunization record.
Skills
- Early Childhood Education
- Child Supervision
- Program Planning
- Curriculum Development
- Inclusive Education
- Child Development
- Communication
- Active Listening
- Teamwork
- Problem-Solving
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Interpersonal Skills
Location
- 30 King Street Toronto, ON M9N 1K9
Work Type
- Temporary Part Time
- Split Shift
Experience Level
- Experience working with families and children, including children with special needs.
Education Level
- Early Childhood Assistant program or equivalent
Salary/Compensations
- $26.46/hour
- $48,160-$49,154 per annum (prorated)
Benefits
- Competitive Benefits Package (health & dental)
- Paid time off entitlements (starting at 20 vacation days & 3 float days (prorated))
About the Company
- Helping kids, families and communities thrive since 1932.
- Macaulay Centres for Children values the diversity of people and communities and is committed to excellence and inclusion.
- Macaulay Centres for Children offers accommodation for applicants with disabilities in its recruitment process.
- Macaulay Centres for Children is committed to service and employment equity.
Equal Opportunity
- We welcome qualified individuals who contribute to the diversity of our staff group.
- Macaulay Centres for Children offers accommodation for applicants with disabilities in its recruitment process.
- Macaulay Centres for Children is committed to service and employment equity.