Time Commitment

Long‑Term (6+ months)

Deadline to Apply

Friday, June 26, 2026

About Us

Single Women In Motherhood (SWIM) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering and supporting single mothers through education, resources, and community programs. Our Little Fish Program provides supervised short‑term childcare so mothers can attend appointments, interviews, or self‑development activities—knowing their children are in a safe and nurturing space.

About the Role

We are seeking a caring and dependable Early Childhood Assistant to help deliver quality childcare in our drop‑in program. You’ll work closely with a small, passionate team to support children between the ages of 0–12 years in a creative, welcoming, and trauma‑informed workplace.

Schedule

- Days: Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays
- Hours: 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM (children may stay up to 3 hours)
- Location: On‑site at 4‑296 Horton Street East, London, ON

Key Responsibilities

- Engage children in storytelling, music, play, crafts, and other developmental activities
- Support children with hygiene, eating, and rest routines
- Monitor child safety and report any concerns to the supervisor
- Keep the childcare space clean, organized, and welcoming
- Assist with snack prep and tidying
- Maintain daily attendance records and logs




- Communicate respectfully with parents/guardians and team members

What You Bring

- Completion of high school (required)
- Experience working with children in a childcare or early learning setting
- Current First Aid & CPR‑C certification (required)
- Vulnerable Sector Police Check (required)
- Positive, patient, and nurturing attitude
- Ability to multitask and adapt in a dynamic environment
- Bonus: ECE Assistant Certificate or coursework (preferred but not required)
- Bonus: Experience working with single‑parent families or trauma‑informed care

Why Join SWIM?

- Make a real impact in the lives of women and children
- Be part of a supportive, women‑led nonprofit organization
- Low‑ratio, short‑duration childcare = less burnout
- Great for ECE students or those re‑entering the workforce
- Opportunity for growth into supervisory or program assistant roles

Application Deadline

Open until filled.

We encourage applications from individuals who reflect the diversity of our community, including single mothers, newcomers, and racialized individuals.

Job Type

Part‑time

Benefits

- On‑site parking

Work Location

In person

Required Qualifications/Training

Post Graduate Diploma in Childcare.

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