Early Childhood Assistant

**Job description**

**JOB TITLE : EARLY CHILDHOOD ASSISTANT**

**REPORTS TO : PROGRAM COORDINATOR**

Muskoka Lakes Preschool is a licensed nonprofit childcare centre that has been providing childcare in the Muskoka community since 1987. Hours of operation are from 7:30am-6:00pm. We have programs for children aged 15 months to 12 years old

We are located in Glen Orchard Public School, near Port Carling and Bala, in Muskoka.

**JOB SUMMARY**

Early Childhood Assistants work under the direction and guidance of the Program Coordinator/Supervisor to fill in and support employees of Muskoka Lakes Preschool in delivering age-appropriate programs to enhance the cognitive, physical, social, and emotional development according to Muskoka Lakes Preschool’s program statement.

**SUPERVISORY RESPOSIBILITY & LEVEL OF AUTHORITY**
- Assists staff in providing a high-quality program in the classroom
- Assists staff in supervising and ensuring the safety of the children in the classroom
- Responsible for adhering to the policies and procedures of Muskoka Lakes Preschool while working in the organization

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- Assists in providing a physically safe and emotionally supportive environment showing sensitivity to the individual needs of children in all aspects of development.
- Works closely with other program staff, in implementing the daily program
- Along with staff, supervises children, ensuring a safe environment
- Maintains positive relationships with colleagues and children.
- Participating with other tasks as required

**EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS**:

- High school diploma required

Experience in childcare education and field an asset

**EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS**:

- Current successful Criminal Reference Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening
- Valid First Aid training and Level “C” CPR
- Up-to-date immunizations

**Job Type**: Casual

Starting Salary: $21.00 per hour

**Job Type**: Casual

**Salary**: $21.00 per hour

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

**Experience**:

- Childcare: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person