Early Childhood Assistant, Milton

Position Title: Early Childhood Assistant

Reports to: Centre Director

Direct Reports: None

We offer a comprehensive Health and Dental Benefits plan available after 3 months of employment:

Health Benefits (medical and dental).

Wellness and Vacation Days.

Focused Training and Development– CFEL focuses on creating a fun and creative environment to inspire our educators to grow and excel. We go above and beyond the average child care centre! (i.e., annual in-house Learning conference – paid time off, advancement opportunities with on-the-job training).

Staff Recognition and Culture– We love our employees and make sure to take time to let them know we value and appreciate their efforts and initiative. Examples include Wellness Activities, Smile Appreciation Day (in house employee appreciation), Child Care Worker Appreciation Day, Employment Anniversary Celebrations

Hours of Work: Monday– Friday, must be available within the hours of 7am – 6pm; rotating

Location Country Heritage Park, Milton ON.

THE ORGANIZATION The Country Heritage Park, Centres for Early Learning is located in Milton, Halton Region, Ontario, Canada, and is a fully-licensed childcare centre, which provides programs for children ages 3 years to 9 years of age. Children receive care designed to help them develop their academic, emotional and social skills, and grow the foundations they will need to succeed in life.

THE ROLE The ECA teacher is responsible for educating, stimulating, influencing, and caring for the children. Their principle responsibilities include: maintaining a high quality environment, assessing, observing and caring for the individual needs of every child, and maintaining open and honest lines of communication between parents and team members and always exemplifying professionalism.

EDUCATION&QUALIFICATIONS

Up-to-date First Aid and CPR

Up-to-date Immunization and 2-tiered TB test

Confident and flexible in working with all age groups (Infants to School Age).

Ability to manage children with challenging behaviours and communicate effectively with parents.

Excellent teamwork skills

DUTIES&RESPONSIBILITIES

The primary responsibility of the Early Childhood Assistant (ECA) is to support the RECE in planning and implementing a program and daily activities

Works cooperatively as a team member, encourages others to do likewise, and consistently maintains a positive attitude.

Report any issues or concerns that may arise in accordance with proper procedures.

Supports the direction and participate with children in all planned activities.

Use well-developed interpersonal, and relationship-building skills; ability to establish rapport and excellent communication with members, staff, and parents.

Maintains the cleanliness of the classroom

Centres for Early Learning is committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible environment, where all individuals feel valued, respected and supported. Candidates requiring an accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact the Human Resources Department.

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