Teaching Assistant - Hamilton, Canada - Umbrella Family and Child Centres of Hamilton

Umbrella Family and Child Centres of Hamilton

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Hamilton, Canada

1 week ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

For over 30 years, Umbrella Family and Child Centres of Hamilton has offered high-quality programs to young children and their families.

We operate full-day early learning and childcare centres for infant, toddler and preschool children, as well as extended daycare programs before and after school for kindergarten and school age children in over 30 locations throughout the Greater Hamilton Area.

We pride ourselves on being a leading childcare organization, committed to high quality programs that are inclusive, accessible, and promote learning and growth.

Who are we Looking For?
We are looking for a
Teacher Assistant to compliment our team

Reporting to the Program Supervisor, the Teacher Assistant is responsible for assisting the child care centre as directed.

This position will be at our
Bellmoore centre for
15 hours

Why work for Us?
Benefits to Working for the Umbrella Family and Child Centres:

Competitive wages and benefits
RRSP matching program
Employee Assistance Program
Unionized Environment
Generous vacation and sick time allotments
Employees with children get priority on childcare waiting list
Working in a fun, collaborative and positive environment with top professionals

Pay:
$20.79 per hour

What are we Looking For?

Experience:

Minimum Secondary School diploma or equivalent
Minimum 1year experience working directly with children OR Related experience in a childcare setting, working with school age children is preferred

Education:
Diploma in Early Childhood Education OR diploma in a related field is a definite asset

Certifications

Standard First Aid with CPR level C
Satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Police Check
Proof of up to date immunization for TB, Tetanus and MMR
Proof of COVID19 Vaccinations

Skills:

Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both oral and written
Demonstrates awareness and knowledge of How Does Learning Happen is an asset

Characteristics

Understanding and commitment to confidentiality
Flexible environment with mínimal supervision
An advocate for diversity, equality, and inclusion

What will you be doing?

You will be responsible for the ongoing operation of a high-quality childcare centre for children ages 18 months to 12 years of age.

Work in consultation with other staff to provide ageappropriate development programs to enhance the individual and group's cognitive, physical, social, cultural and emotional development
Supervise children at times and ensuring their safety by recognizing potentially hazardous situations so that they may be prevented
Conduct consistent behaviour guidance in accordance with the UFCC Behavioural Management Policy, while recognizing the individual nature of each child
Clean food service area, disinfect tables, sweep floors and organize food carts after use
Collect, wash, dry and fold laundry as needed
In compliance with Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, accommodations are available to applicants to support them in all aspects of the hiring process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance. We thank all applicants but only those considered for an interview will be contacted_.

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