Early Childhood Assistant- Permanent Part Time- 5 Hours / Day (Split Shift)

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Date Posted : 6 / 13 / 2024

Location : Humberwood CCC - 850 Humberwood Blvd, Toronto, ON, CA

Reference No. : E24-01-87

Position Type : Part-time (Permanent)

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Teacher Assistant (Early Childhood Assistant)

Permanent Part Time (Split Shift)

COMPETITION NUMBER : C / E24-01-87

HOURS OF WORK : 5 Hours on Instructional Days / 7 Hours on Non-Instructional Days

START DATE / TERM : Immediate

REPORTS TO : Supervisor, Humberwood Child Care Centre

POSITION SUMMARY :

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. This position is currently based at Humberwood Child Care Centre -  850 Humberwood Blvd. Etobicoke, ON M9W 7A6

RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Supervise children to protect their safety and personal well-being at all times while in care. Make sure equipment and physical environment is maintained free of safety or health hazards. Assist with planning, executing and evaluating daily programming using the curriculum and approach approved by the agency to promote children’s optimal emotional, cognitive and physical 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 observation to support early identification of a child’s individual needs Demonstrate positive adult / child interaction, use effective and appropriate communication with children, promote children’s independence and problem-solving skills, build children’s confidence, assist children with understanding and dealing with the consequences of their behaviour and model mutual respect and kindness Communicate sensitively and appropriately with parents / families. Provide meaningful feedback and information regarding their child’s learning and development, emerging skills and interests and the purpose of activities 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 Centre (if applicable / if required) Serve and clean up lunches, prepare snacks, maintain a clean, organized and sanitary kitchen, and perform housekeeping duties as assigned / as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS :

SALARY :  Trained Assistant Salary Scale (starting at $ $44,959 - $45,886 per annum) with Competitive Benefits Package (health & dental) and paid time off entitlements (starting at 20 vacation days & 3 float days).

THIS POSITION IS WITHIN THE CUPE LOCAL 2563 BARGAINING UNIT.

Interested candidate should apply through Macaulay Job Opportunities Page

INTERNAL APPLICATION PERIOD FOR CUPE LOCAL 2563 BARGAINING UNIT :

June 13, 2024 – June 19, 2024

DATE POSTED :   June 13, 2024

Macaulay Centres for Children values the diversity of people and communities and is committed to excellence and inclusion. 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. If you are contacted by the agency regarding a career opportunity, please advise if you require accommodation.

We thank all applicants for their interest in our organization, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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Macaulay Centres for Children is committed to service and employment equity.

Attachment ECA (Humberwood) - Permanent Part Time Split Shift- June 13, If you are looking for an exciting opportunity and to build a career in an innovative and dynamic organization, submit your resume by clicking on Apply Now below. We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. The Macaulay Child Development Centre is an equal opportunity employer.