We are seeking a caring, dependable, and enthusiastic Early Childhood Assistant (ECA) to join our Christian Montessori childcare team.

The ECA will work collaboratively with and support the Montessori Guide, Registered Early Childhood Educator (RECE), and classroom team in providing a safe, nurturing, peaceful, and engaging environment for children.

The ideal candidate is passionate about working with young children and is committed to supporting Montessori principles and the Christian values of our centre.

Duties & Responsibilities

- Support the Montessori Guide and RECE with the daily classroom program and routines.
- Assist in preparing and maintaining a peaceful, organized, and engaging Montessori classroom.
- Support children in using Montessori materials and participating in hands-on learning activities.
- Encourage independence, confidence, responsibility, concentration, and positive social development.
- Supervise and engage children during classroom activities, indoor and outdoor play, meals, rest periods, and transitions.
- Assist children with daily routines, including handwashing, dressing, toileting, meals, and personal care as appropriate.
- Support positive behaviour guidance using respectful and developmentally appropriate approaches.
- Assist the Montessori Guide and RECE in supporting children's individual needs and abilities.
- Observe children's interests, interactions, and needs and communicate relevant information to the Montessori Guide and RECE.
- Help maintain a clean, safe, sanitary, and well-organized classroom.
- Assist with cleaning, sanitizing,



classroom preparation, and organization.
- Support age-appropriate Christian activities, including Bible stories, songs, prayer, and faith-based learning as directed by the classroom team.
- Model Christian values such as kindness, compassion, patience, honesty, respect, gratitude, and service.
- Work collaboratively with educators and staff to provide consistent, high-quality care.
- Follow all health and safety procedures, centre policies, and applicable Ontario childcare requirements.
- Participate in staff meetings, training, and professional development as required.
- Follow the guidance and direction of the Montessori Guide, RECE, supervisor, and centre leadership.

Qualifications
- Minimum 2 years of childcare experience preferred.
- Previous experience working with young children in a childcare, preschool, daycare, or Montessori setting is preferred.
- ECA education/certification is an asset.
- Montessori experience or training is an asset.
- Knowledge of child development and early learning practices.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Caring, patient, dependable, responsible, and professional.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a classroom team.
- Current First Aid/CPR certification is an asset.
- Vulnerable Sector Check and other required documentation will be required in accordance with applicable requirements.
- Willingness to work in and support a Christian faith-based environment.

Pay: $20.00-$24.00 per hour

Benefits

- Casual dress
- Flexible schedule
- In office parking

Work Location: In person

📌 Early Childhood Assistant (North York)
🏢 Tree of Life Montessori Academy
📍 North York