Early Childhood Assistant

Are you looking for a career where you can provide a stimulating, nurturing environment for children and where your dedication is rewarded with competitive pay, professional development opportunities and the opportunity to participate in a strong benefits program?

Look no further Your next job is waiting for you at P.R.Y.D.E. Learning Centres.

P.R.Y.D.E. Learning Centres is a non-profit, community-based child care organization. We offer programs ranging from Infant to School age at various locations across the Durham Region.

**Position: Early Childhood Assistant**

**Location: Newcastle**

**Status: Part Time - Split Shift (approx. 7am-9am & 3pm-6pm)**

**Hourly Rate: $18.25 per hour plus $2/hour in a Provincial Wage Enhancement grant for regular hours worked**

What we need from you:

- A passion for working with children
- Strong interpersonal skills to gain the trust and respect of children and their parents
- Ability to communicate effectively both in writing and verbally
- Second Language is an asset
- Demonstrated skills working as a team and enjoy a team environment
- The ability to maintain confidentiality at all times
- Experience in planning and implementing programs
- 1 - 3 years experience working in the child care field is preferred
- A current (less than 6 months old) Criminal Check & Vulnerable Sector Search
- Standard First Aid CPR Level C Certification

Our Team members enjoy:

- A competitive compensation package; including eligibility for group benefits
- Professional development opportunities
- Career growth opportunities

Join our team today

Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Applicants must have a satisfactory current Criminal Reference Check, including Vulnerable Sector Screening.

Work Remotely
- No

**Job Types**: Part-time, Permanent

**Salary**: From $20.25 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Licence/Certification:

- CPR Certification (required)

Work Location: In person