Early Childhood Assistant - Ottawa, Canada - Sentient HR Services Inc.

Sentient HR Services Inc.

Verified Company

Ottawa, Canada

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Looking for a rewarding job where you can make a difference in the lives of young children?

Join our team as an Early Childcare Assistant (ECA)
We're looking for passionate, dedicated childcare providers to join our growing team at Sentient in Ottawa

ABOUT SENTIENT HR SERVICES
Sentient is an established childcare staffing agency serving Ottawa and the GTA. We connect our 400 highly qualified RECE and ECA staff to meaningful positions in the childcare industry. We have over 500 clients throughout the GTA, and we recently expanded into Ottawa.

We are committed to ensuring that we supply our clients with staff that are dedicated, passionate and knowledgeable about childcare.

BENEFITS

Competitive pay structure

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Monthly OC Transpo Pass or gas card _ must work 10+ days, valid for the first three months of employment._

Flexible work environment and schedule
Numerous oncall job openings from which to choose

OUR EXPECTATIONS
This role requires six months of previous experience in a childcare environment.

It is an ideal position for someone looking for a flexible, supportive environment where you can choose your own schedule.

As a member of our supply staff, you will have access to numerous shifts and the ability to determine your own schedule

Our staff deliver the highest quality care through adherence to safety regulations, cultivating positive learning opportunities and offering a nurturing environment that guides the children with warmth, patience and understanding.

ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES

Childcare Centre Support

Providing support to the childcare centre staff
Monitoring and supervising children
Adhering to policies, procedures and guidelines as mandated by the Ministry of Education

Providing Care

Providing a caring and safe environment
Providing fun, learning activities
Coordinating meals/snacks/sleep schedules

Service Excellence

Meeting shift times and schedules
Cultivating relationships with parents/teachers
Ensuring professionalism and decorum as a representative of Sentient

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE & SKILLS

A minimum of six (6) months of experience in a childcare environment
A minimum of two (2) doses of an approved COVID19 vaccination is required
Knowledge of child development at various ages
Attention to detail and organization skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Able to commute within the Ottawa region
Clear Vulnerable Sector Police Check
First Aid and CPR-C
Education: High School Diploma required
Sentient is an equalopportunity employer and is committed to providing accommodations in accordance with the Accessibility of Ontarians with Disabilities Act. If you require accommodation throughout the recruitment and selection process, we will work with you to meet your needs._