Generous vacation, sick leave and medical appointments
Child Care discount
Discounted GoodLife memberships
Training & professional development funding
Potential for career growth
Employee referral bonus
A positive and diverse work environment
Job Purpose :
The Assistant Teacher works in partnership with the Teacher(s) to provide and support an Early Learning and Development Program for children (0-12 years), in a group setting in keeping with the Child Care and Early Years Act (CCEYA), municipal guidelines and the policies and procedures of Family Day.
This is a full time position traveling to different child care centres located in Peel Region. For the Mobile Position
Job Duties :
Support the implementation of the High / Scope educational approach to Curriculum and The Hanen Learning Language and Loving It Program
Assist in creating a program plan that reflects children’s interest and responds to diverse individual and cultural needs
Participate in short and long term planning and evaluation activities
Assist the in the observation and assessment of children’s progress and behavior to ensure program meets individual and group needs
Assist the in providing Individual program plans for children with special needs
Demonstrate empathy, sensitivity and support to the family unit
Practice respectful communication with children, parents, colleagues, teachers, managers, students and volunteers
Support, comfort and encourage children who are experiencing difficulties and help them to understand and handle their feelings
Ensure that the activity areas are appropriately equipped and maintained
Works within the Ontario’s Occupational Health and Safety standards
Guide and assist children in the development of independent eating, dressing and toileting habits
Perform other duties as required
Education and Experience Required
Previous experience with children in a child care centre or educational setting
Knowledge of best practices in the early learning and childcare sector
Well-developed skills in areas such as leadership, communication, organization, assessment, teamwork, confidentiality, commitment and accountability, initiative and creativity
Awareness of diversity and social inclusion
Medical required – including TB (two stages) 6 months current to hiring date
Police Vulnerable Sector Check 6 months current to hiring date