Temporary Teaching Assistant (ending in November 1, 2027)

Temporary, Part time

Build your career where you truly belong — welcome to Umbrella Family. For over 35 years, we’ve been a trusted leader in early childhood education, powered by passionate staff who make a real impact every day. At Umbrella Family, you’re supported, heard, and empowered to grow in a collaborative environment designed to help you thrive. Join a workplace that values your contributions and celebrates the connection you make with children and their families. This isn’t just a job — it’s your opportunity to be part of something special.

Location: Greensville Centre,625 Harvest Road,Dundas, ONL9H 5K8

Total Hours per Week: 5

Schedule: 8:30am-9:30am, Monday to Friday

Pay Rate (per Collective Agreement, includes wage grants): $23.79 per hour

About the Role
As a Teacher’s Assistant, you are a key support to the classroom, the children, and the centre. Your flexibility, care, and teamwork help maintain a positive, organized, and safe workplace for all. Duties vary from centre to centre, but your contributions will always make a meaningful impact.

Qualifications

Demonstrated awareness of working with children

Experience and ability to effectively interact with children requiring behavioural guidance

Excellent problem-solving, interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills

Ability to work as part of a team and follow direction from supervisors

Flexibility and adaptability to support various duties and changing needs

Passion for nurturing children and supporting their growth

Knowledge of How Does Learning Happen? and the ability to apply it in practice

Certifications:





Standard First Aid with CPR Level C

Satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Police Check

Proof ofup-to-date immunizations(TB, Tetanus, MMR)

Key Responsibilities:

Meet and greet children and families at drop-off

Assist staff as they arrive, including helping in classrooms or other areas of the centre

Provide support in assigned classrooms, including Infant, Toddler, or Preschool rooms, based on daily operational needs

Deliver and serve snacks, tidy classrooms, or support other centre needs as assigned

Follow the plans for the day and support children’s learning and engagement

Adapt to different duties as required by the centre’s schedule and needs

Be flexible and ready to support co-workers and the centre wherever help is required

Why Join Umbrella Family?

Access to Employee Assistance Program

Generous vacation and sick time entitlements

Priority childcare placement for employees’ children

Positive, collaborative, and supportive work environment

Commitment to Accessibility
We are committed to providing accommodations in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) . Please let us know if you require accommodations during the hiring process.

Recruitment Process Disclosure
This organization does not use artificial intelligence (AI) systems or automated decision-making technologies in the screening, assessment, or selection of applicants for employment. All applications are evaluated exclusively through a human review process conducted by our Human Resources personnel and hiring managers.

This job posting is for an existing vacancy within the organization.

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📌 Temporary Teaching Assistant (Ontario)
🏢 Umbrella-Famil
📍 Ontario