Early Childhood Assistant, 18-month Contract - Toronto, Canada - Canadian Mothercraft Society

Canadian Mothercraft Society

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Toronto, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Job Title:

Early Childhood Assistant, 18-Month Contract:

Status:
Full-Time Contract (Split-shift, 35 hours per week)**
Position level:Level 2**
Hiring range:$ $22.91 per hour**
Salary range:$ $26.56 per hour**:

Job Location:

Eaton Centre CED, 14 Trinity Square, Toronto, ON**:

A little about us:

Hi, we're Mothercraft, and we're so excited to meet you

For nearly a century, we've been a trailblazer in promoting healthy child development and supporting families in our community. We're dedicated to the excellence and constantly exploring innovative concepts and ideas related to childcare and education.

Our approach is grounded in the latest research, which guides every aspect of our work.

This includes everything from our high-quality childcare and enrichment programs, to our specialized services for children and families with unique needs, and our comprehensive training programs for childcare providers and other professionals.

A little about our Centres for Early Development

At Mothercraft, we are dedicated to providing exceptional child care and early learning experiences that promote healthy development for all families.

Our five Centres for Early Development (CEDs) - located in Brookfield Place, Eaton Centre, Robertson House, Midtown, and Avondale - embody this commitment, offering enriching full-day programs for children aged 3 months to 6 years.

With extended hours from 7:30am to 6:00pm Monday to Friday, our CEDs are designed to support busy families while providing a safe and nurturing environment where children can excel.

Job summary

As our newest
Early Childhood Assistant, you will play a crucial role in shaping the development of the young minds in our care.

You will be responsible for creating a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment where children can learn and grow.

Your passion for early childhood education and ability to connect with children on their level will be instrumental in fostering a positive and engaging atmosphere.

You'll work alongside a team of dedicated educators and support staff, collaborating to provide the highest quality care and education for our children.

Sound exciting? Here's a little more...

As an Early Childhood Assistant, you will

Assist in providing care for the physical and emotional needs of children
Develop and encourage positive and secure relationships with children
Assist with program planning and implementation and the preparation and implementation of a culturally sensitive program plan
Promote the development and wellbeing of children through an enriched physical and social environment
Communicate with families, other staff and the manager, keeping the manager informed of any concerns
Provide a safe physical environment for children

You will be set up for success if you have

Satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Check
Full vaccination with a recognized COVID19 vaccine
Immunizations and health assessment in compliance with the Child Care and Early Years Act
Standard First Aid & CPR C Certificate
French language skills is an asset
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
A flexible and collaborative approach to teamwork
A commitment to delivering exceptional care for children
A strong knowledge of early childhood development

Why you'll love working at Mothercraft
Our people are at the heart of everything we do here at Mothercraft, and we take pride in fostering an inclusive space that inspires our team to love where they work From rewarding career opportunities to a comprehensive benefits package and a defined benefit pension plan, we go above and beyond to prioritize your success and here's how we do it
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Team:We're a team of passionate individuals who are committed to supporting healthy child development and making a positive impact on families and communities.
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Time off:Enjoy paid time off, including 4% vacation pay and 6 sick days per year, allowing you to take the time you need to recharge.
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Life-long learning:We're life-long learners here at Mothercraft. Grow your skills and knowledge through our professional development opportunities which will help you stay up-to-date with the latest research and best practices in the field.

Next steps
**Diversity and inclusion