Early Childhood Assistant Supply

Schedule: 

• Early Childhood Assistant will be hired as an on-call supply staff. 

• Must be flexible to work between 7:30-6:00 when required. 

• Attendance at afterhours staff meetings strongly recommended (to be paid). 

Key Duties and Responsibilities: 

• ECA supply will take on the role of the staff they are replacing, ECA or RECE. 

• Supervise and provide a daily balance of active/quiet, indoor/outdoor, and individual/group activities that incorporates child-directed activities and learning, positive and supportive routines and transition times.  

• Use a variety of teaching techniques including modeling, observing, questioning, demonstrating and redirecting that is age and developmentally appropriate.  

• Provide a welcoming environment that helps the children build confidence, encourages creativity, sharing, cooperation, respect for others and independence.  

• Creates an environment that supports and respects a variety of diverse cultures and family systems.  

• Communicate with the Supervisor regarding any areas of concern regarding the development of children.  

• Monitor indoor and outdoor environment, including play equipment and toys, and report any hazards to the Supervisor.  

• Ensure that policies, procedures and requirements regulated by Toronto Public Health and the Ministry of Education are adhered to.  

• Ensure that classrooms are appealing to the eye and demonstrate the happenings in the class and will change materials in the class to demonstrate the philosophy of Learn Through Play.  

• Assist children in washing, dressing, toileting, diapering, eating, etc. to develop self-help skills.  

• Administer medication as authorized by physicians and maintain records of all medications administered. 

• Have a constant awareness of children’s allergies and special health conditions and Anaphylaxis and Emergency Medical Plans.  

• Ensure the children's health, safety and well-being needs are met.  

• Perform additional administrative duties including maintenance of children’s records - emergency forms, illness and incident reports, daily attendance, communication books, daily children’s logs for meals/diapering/naps. 

• Other duties as assigned. 

Qualifications and Requirements: 

• Must be able to legally work in Canada in a child care setting. 

• Proficient in the English language with speaking, reading and writing. 

• Must have a clear vulnerable sector screening (done within 6 months of start date with us). 

• Current Standard First Aid & CPR-C recognized by the Canadian Red Cross, to be renewed every 3 years. 

• Able to provide references. 

• Up-to-date medical including Tuberculosis test and immunization history. 

Main Competencies: 

• Previous experience with children ages 18 months-12 years 

• Experience working with children with varied abilities  

• Early Childhood Assistant certificate of completion is an asset 

• Knowledge of Child Care and Early Years Act and licensing regulations.  

• Familiarity with Learn Through Play/Elect learning models.  

• Will adhere to the “Privacy Act” and not relay any personal information of families to others and understands the importance of centre issues remaining within the privacy of the centre.  

• Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.  

• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively and professionally.  

• Able to adapt to change and be flexible.  

• Possess effective time management, organization and problem-solving skills; and be able to multitask.  

Salary and Benefits: 

• Starting salary $17.20/hour, plus Provincial Wage Enhancement Grant when eligible. 

• Employee membership to the MNjcc fitness centre, as well as discounts on most programs.  

• An employee assistance and wellness program.