Early Childhood Assistant - Toronto, Canada - The Macaulay Child Development Centre

The Macaulay Child Development Centre

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Toronto, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Full time

Description

The Macaulay Child Development Centre is a multi-service, child care and family support agency.

Established in 1932 as a non-profit, charitable organization, Macaulay promotes the optimal development of children in partnership with their family and community.

Macaulay programs share a common commitment to prevention, early intervention and inclusion of children with special needs.

Teacher Assistant

Temporary Full Time
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COMPETITION NUMBER:C/E

HOURS OF WORK:
7 Hours

START DATE/TERM:

July 1, 2023 to September 1, 2023

REPORTS TO:

Supervisor, Keelesdale Child Care Centre

***: Delivers high quality and developmentally appropriate programs for children to facilitate their physical, social, emotional and cognitive growth. Implements programs and activities that facilitate inclusion and integration of children with special needs. Supports a team environment in the classroom and the Centre. This position is currently based at the
Keelesdale Child Care Centre.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Supervise children to protect their safety and personal wellbeing at all times while in care. Make sure equipment and physical environment is maintained free of safety or health hazards.
Assist with planning, executing and evaluating daily programming using the curriculum and approach approved by the agency to promote children's optimal emotional, cognitive and physical development. Encourage active learning to build selfesteem in an inclusive and respectful environment. Facilitate planned and spontaneous experiences.
Observe children's strengths, areas of challenge, emerging skills and interests. Collaborate with the team to implement inclusive program plans.
Record observation to support early identification of a child's individual needs
Demonstrate positive adult/child interaction, use effective and appropriate communication with children, promote children's independence and problem solving skills, build children's confidence, assist children with understanding and dealing with the consequences of their behaviour and model mutual respect and kindness
Communicate sensitively and appropriately with parents/families. Provide meaningful feedback and information regarding their child's learning and development, emerging skills and interests and the purpose of activities
Participate in classroom setup including play areas.
Work with the team to effectively manage children's medication schedule and allergies

QUALIFICATIONS:

Must be a graduate of an Early Childhood Assistant program or equivalent with experience working with families and children, including children with special needs.
Member in good standing with the College of Early Childhood Educators (if applicable)
Working knowledge of ELECT, High Scope curriculum and program planning based on an inclusion model respectful of all children's abilities
Good written and verbal communication skills and excellent listening skills
Demonstrated ability to build and maintain effective work partnerships with parents/families, colleagues and service providers of diverse backgrounds, abilities and identities
Ability to communicate effectively in more than one language a definite asset
Acceptable Vulnerable Police Record Check.
Current Standard First Aid certification and appropriate medical and immunization record.
Provide proof of full vaccination against COVID19

SALARY:

Trained Assistant Salary Scale ($41,567- $42,424 per annum) (starting at $22.84/hr) with Competitive Benefit Package (health & dental), Define Pension plan, and paid time off entitlements (starting at 20 vacation days & 3 float days.

THIS POSITION IS WITHIN THE CUPE LOCAL 2563 BARGAINING UNIT
:

INTERNAL APPLICATION PERIOD FOR CUPE LOCAL 2563 BARGAINING UNIT:

April 18, April 24, 2023

DATE POSTED:

April 18, 2023

The Macaulay Child Development Centre values the diversity of people and communities and is committed to excellence and inclusion. We welcome qualified individuals who contribute to the diversity of our staff group.

The Macaulay Child Development Centre offers accommodation for applicants with disabilities in its recruitment process. If you are contacted by the agency regarding a career opportunity, please advise if you require accommodation.

We thank all applicants for their interest in our organization, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

This document is available in alternate formats upon request.

The Macaulay Child Development Centre is committed to service and employment equity.

Additional Qualifications

Education: