Unlock Your Potential: Hiring Dedicated ECAs Today - Mississauga

About the Role :

As an Early Childhood Assistant (ECA), you will be responsible for working collaboratively with childcare staff and the Supervisor at various centres located in Mississauga, Ontario .

Your primary focus will be on creating a nurturing environment for children to learn and grow, ensuring their safety, and supporting staff and classroom as needed, while strictly adhering to established policies, procedures, and quality standards.

Reports to : Talent Developer

Why Choose Us :

Our team is growing rapidly, and we want you to become a part of our growth!

• We offer on-the-job training and professional development opportunities.
• Three months of a Presto or gas card if you work 10 shifts or more per month.
• Be a part of a culture that values inclusivity and equity.
• Sentient offers competitive compensation, along with work-life harmony!
• Participate in Sentient HR's reward and recognition program called .

Key Responsibilities :

• Cultivate a nurturing learning environment for children to learn and grow.
• Ensure the safety of children during onsite and offsite through direct supervision, attendance, and other protocols.
• Ensures classroom environment is kept clean and organized, including all activity and program areas, and common spaces.
• Prepare meals / snacks and nap time in compliance with the centre policies and Public Health guidelines.
• Support staff and participate in activities as a play partner with children.
• Participate in all mandatory company activities, trainings and meetings.
• Form and nurture meaningful working relationships and partnerships with the centre and Sentient HR team.
• Comply diligently with all the centre and Sentient HR policies.
• Perform other duties as required.

What are we looking for?

To be successful in this position, you must have 6+ months of experience working with children in a licensed childcare centre.

Additional requirements :

• Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and building a sense of belonging.
• Ability to manage children with challenging behaviours and communicate effectively.
• Professionalism, strong work ethics and excellent teamwork skills.
• A clear Vulnerable Sector Police check within the last six months.
• A valid Standard First Aid and CPR certificate.
• A completed Medical Form completed (will be sent to you as part of the onboarding process).
• Reliable transportation : ability to commute within the GTA is necessary.

Working Conditions :

• Occasional light to medium physical effort; lifting, bending and stooping.
• Must be able to work outdoors; may be exposed to heat, humidity or cold.
17 days ago