Assistant Educator Full-Time

Upper Canada Child Care -A smile on each childs faceevery day. We are currently recruiting Assistant Educator(s) to join our Team in Alliston at the following location(s): Alliston Union & St. Pauls positions are to fill existing and new June 2026 pay rates! Pay Range: Assistant Educator $20.60 - $23.54/hour (includes General Operating Grant) plus Wage Enhancement Grant (up to $2.00/hr) and Split Shift Premium ($2.00/hr).*Candidates must be available to work a split shift in a before and after school program. Position Types & Required Availability: Full-time Split Shift Position (27.5 hours/week): Candidates must be available to work a split-shift (morning and afternoon) in our Before & After School programs Monday-Friday to be -Time Position (30 hours/week): Candidates must be available to work a 6-hour shift Monday-Friday to be considered. Who We Are:Upper Canada Child Care non-profit licensed provider since 1983 operates 85 centres in Toronto York Region and Simcoe County. We offer full-day and before and after school programs summer camps and a forest school. Guided by values of support trust safety respect and professionalism we prioritize play-based learning and outdoor exploration. We invest in quality program delivery providing specialized supports and training. Ministry of Education licensed our programs reflect the four foundations of learning. Join us and help put a smile on each childs faceevery day. What We Offer Our Educators: As a large and growing organization we have the ability to offer competitive compensation and rewards including regular pay increases wage enhancement grants paid personal days medical and dental benefits split shift premium pay paid training and development involvement in charity initiatives long term service awards childcare discounts group RRSP program formal mentorship program and the opportunity to advance and move throughout the organization. Upper Canada Child Care also operates summer day camps at select locations in addition to unique programs such as residential camp and forest school. Position Summary:To ensure operational and curriculum requirements are met in compliance with all Ministry and organizational guidelines. To ensure the delivery of a developmentally appropriate play based program by applying specialized skills and knowledge related to early childhood education. Supports the organizations vision mission and guiding values. This is a fully in-centre position. Job Responsibilities: Applies current legislative expectations to support a program that is consistent with Ministry of Education requirements and in accordance with Upper Canada Child Cares program in professional development opportunities staff meetings and training sessions as with the children and provides a positive learning experience. Provides a range of care including assisting with meals/snacks toileting diapering dressing the engagement of and ongoing communication with parents about the program and their children. Completes program charts daily logs reports and other administration tasks as Storypark for pedagogical documentation as a guide for program collaborates and communicates with other team members school personnel and outside agencies to help support the needs of all guidance to students and volunteers as children in need of additional support. Guides parents through the process of accessing resources. Helps design and implement individual support plans as & Requirements: A recent Vulnerable Sector Check Health assessment and record of immunization as outlined by legislation. Up-to-date certification in CPR-C and Standard First Aid (training provided upon selection if required).Basic knowledge of the developmental needs of children and demonstrated ability to apply this knowledge. Experience with inquiry/play based program design and implementation and with the use of pedagogical documentation an asset. Uses initiative; applies sound reason in solving problems and resolves conflict in a calm professional manner. Proven ability to communicate (written and verbal) effectively and establish appropriate relationships with families coworkers and other professionals. Have the physical and emotional stamina to effectively supervise children in a variety of settings including outdoor public spaces. Ability to use computer systems and programs; including Dayforce and Storypark. Moderate level of physical effort is regularly required; including but not limited to kneeling pushing pulling bending and carrying. Please apply by clicking on the available link or email your resume to Canada Child Care is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace and encourages applications from members of our diverse are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Please contact the interviewer in advance if you require accommodations. Thank you for your interest; only applicants who may be interviewed will be forget to check us out on Facebook Instagram YouTube & LinkedIn!

Required Experience:

Junior IC

Employment Type : Full-Time
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1
Hourly Salary Salary: 20 - 23