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About the Role

The Child Development Institute (CDI) is seeking a knowledgeable and competent Early Childhood Assistant to join our Fraser Mustard ELC Team for a 3-month contract. This role involves assisting in the implementation of the children's program within a safe and nurturing environment, adhering to developmental requirements and relevant legislation. The position offers a rewarding opportunity to contribute to an organization with over 100 years of experience in helping children and families.

Responsibilities

Supervise children in a safe and healthy environment.
Update attendance throughout the day.
Conduct consistent headcount during all indoors and outdoors transitions of children.
Assist the RECE in preparing and setting up program activities.
Assist with brief observations notes on individual child/children behavior and responses to assist the RECE in tracking the children’s developmental needs.
Extend a warm welcome to families at all times.
Maintain positive and professional relationships with parents, families, peers and visitors to the childcare program.
Assist in establishing the daily routines and schedules, provide guidance and consistency in following routines and schedule for the children.
Ensure consistent behaviour guidance and management are being followed, which supports the ELC Behaviour Guidance Policy.
Discuss and provide brief notes of your observations with team teacher which will be included in program plans activities and children’s learning experiences.
Assist in the day-to-day functions of the classroom in accordance with the CCEYA, AQI and TPH.
Ensure the room is organized at all times; toys and equipment, etc.
Help older children to be responsible for cleanup, work with placement students to label and organize.
Maintain records, copies of program plans, daily care information and other documentation as required by the ELC director and legislated standards.
Assist with opening and closing of the Centre as long 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 Children Aid Society.
Inform ELC Director, in a timely manner and team members of children’s illnesses, injuries (with correct documentation) and absenteeism.
Perform any other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Early Childhood Assistant certificate, equivalent experience, or currently enrolled in an ECE program
Valid Standard First Aid Certificate
Willing to work with all age groups and be flexible to accommodate operational needs.
Must be willing to support lunch service, cleaning tables, setting up cots for nap time, assisting with wake up routine, relieving and covering breaks, and supporting the escorting of children up and down stairs where applicable.
All applicants are advised that offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a Vulnerable Sector Check.
Credential verifications & References required.

Skills

Strong customer service capability
Experience in developing and maintaining positive relations with parents, families, peers and guests.
Dedicated and flexible team player
Ability 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 background and experiences and socio-economic status.
Listening and mental attentiveness in dealing with customer or public queries, and manager's requirements.
Ability to multitask and handle interruptions that require constant refocusing.
Ability to lift children (up to 45 lbs.), including bending, stooping, stretching, squatting, pushing and pulling, and sitting and walking, climbing stairs.
Ability to work in a fast-paced work environment.
Ability to interact with students, teachers, administration, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel under all circumstances.

Location

On-site

Work Type

Contract
Full-time

Education Level

Early Childhood Assistant certificate
ECE program enrollment

Salary/Compensations

$34,961 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 flourish.

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.