After School Program Assistant

1 week ago

St Thomas, Ontario, Canada Milestones Children's Centre Full time $10,623 per year

Summary: The Program Assistant will demonstrate competence and dedication to the care and education of young children by providing additional support to the program to ensure that inclusion exists for all children. All aspects of the Program Assistant position will be performed while working within the framework of the vision, mission and value statements and the policies and procedures of Milestones Children's Centre, the Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice, the Child Care and Early Years Act, 2014, the Child Care Centre Licensing Manual and How Does Learning Happen?.

Job Description

  • Demonstrate an understanding of MCC Policies and Procedures and the Child Care and Early Years Act, 2014.
  • Work as part of a team to implement developmentally appropriate activities in an inclusive environment for all children (Program Assistants are not included in ratios)
  • In hard to manage situations, determine appropriate behaviour guidance strategies and intervention through discussion with your Supervisor
  • Work with your co-workers and the Resource Consultant to promote the inclusion of all children
  • Demonstrate a strong commitment to the position through attendance, punctuality and enthusiasm for work.

Qualifications and Skills

Competency Skills:

  • Understanding of child growth and development
  • The ability to work as part of a team
  • Reliable nature
  • Take initiative
  • Demonstrate flexibility
  • Strong background in positive behaviour guidance
  • Preference for candidates with experience working with children with developmental disabilities

Minimum Qualifications:

  • 18 years of age, having obtained a high school diploma
  • Experience working with children
  • Standard First Aid/CPR level C
  • Criminal Reference Check (Vulnerable Sector) within the past 6 months
  • Preference given to those with B.Ed, CYW, DSW, Rec & Leisure,or RECE or candidates with experience working with children with developmental delays and/or behavioural challenges

Wage: $20.50/hour plus $1.00/hour of city provided wage enhancement and $2.08/hour of provincially wage enhancement. Note: meetings, Professional Learning time, and orientation are not eligible for the provincial wage enhancement.

Paid online and in-person orientation prior to start date

Start/End Date:

January 5, 2026 – June 25, 2026 with the possibility of further employment opportunities after this date

After School ONLY:

Monday to Friday, 3:15 p.m. - 5:15 p.m. with additional hours available outside of contract hours

Plus one morning staff meeting per month

Possible Additional hours:

  • Additional Before & After School Program Assistant hours
  • up to 8 hours/day may be available during non-instructional days (PD days, Winter Break, Spring Break and Summer Camp). Supply opportunities at the Children's Centre are also available on a casual basis during non-contract hours.
  • casual supply staff opportunities in our School Age Programs as well as at the Children's Centres are available outside of the contract hours for this position, if interested

Benefits:

  • access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) after three months of employment
  • active Workplace Wellness and Social committee initiatives

This is a currently vacant position.

Milestones Children's Centre is an equal opportunity employer. Accommodations will be provided during the hiring process, upon request.

Job Types: Part-time, Fixed term contract

Contract length: 6 months

Pay: From $23.58 per hour

Benefits:

  • Casual dress
  • Company events
  • Employee assistance program
  • Wellness program

Work Location: In person

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