Early Childhood Assistant

2 weeks ago

Scarborough, Canada Kimbercroft Childcare & Learning Centre Full time

**About Us**:
Kimbercroft Childcare is a licensed child care centre located in Scarborough, Ontario, dedicated to providing a nurturing, inclusive, and stimulating environment for children aged 21/2 years - 9 years of age. We are committed to high-quality care and early learning in alignment with Ontario’s _How Does Learning Happen?_ framework.

**Position Summary**:
We are seeking a caring, enthusiastic, and reliable **Early Childhood Assistant (ECA)** to support the implementation of daily programming and ensure the well-being and safety of children in our care.

**Responsibilities**:
**Child Supervision and Engagement**
- Support the supervision and active engagement of children in both indoor and outdoor environments.

**Program Planning and Curriculum Support**
- Collaborate with RECEs in preparing and setting up play-based learning experiences that align with children’s interests and developmental needs.
- Contribute ideas and observations for weekly and emergent curriculum planning.
- Assist in documenting children’s learning through photos, anecdotal notes, and portfolio work.
- Help maintain learning environments that are inviting, organized, and reflective of the children’s interests and cultural backgrounds.

**Health, Safety, and Nutrition**
- Ensure the environment meets health and safety regulations as outlined in the _Child Care and Early Years Act (CCEYA)_ and centre policies.
- Participate in daily cleaning and sanitization routines of toys, surfaces, and materials.
- Assist with food preparation and serving meals/snacks in accordance with Canada’s Food Guide and allergy/health needs.

**Family and Team Collaboration**
- Greet families and children warmly at arrival and departure.
- Foster respectful, supportive relationships with children, families, and colleagues.
- Participate in staff meetings, professional development, and team-building activities as required.
- Interact with children using positive language and responsive, respectful strategies that promote social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development.
- Assist with diapering, toileting, dressing, and hygiene routines following centre policies and respectful care practices.

**Qualifications**:

- Current Standard First Aid and CPR Level C certification.
- Up-to-date immunizations, including TB test (new one to be obtained)
- Clear Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC) or willingness to obtain one. (must be within 6 months or new one must be completed upon hire)
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Passion for working with young children.

**Why Join Us**:

- Supportive team environment.
- Ongoing professional development opportunities
- Opportunities for advancement within the centre.

Pay: From $17.20 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

**Benefits**:

- On-site parking

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 2025-06-23

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