Child Development Institute (CDI) is a multi‑service organization dedicated to supporting children, youth and families. CDI delivers evidence‑based mental health and early learning programs across the Toronto area and has over 100 years of experience in community outreach and family support.

The Early Childhood

Assistant (ECA) works under the guidance of a Registered Early Childhood Educator (RECE) and the ELC Director. The ECA assists in implementing the children’s program for age‑specific groups, ensures compliance with the Child Care and Early Years Act (CCEYA) and other regulatory frameworks, and contributes to a safe, nurturing learning environment. Supervise children in a safe and healthy environment.

Welcome families, building positive and professional relationships. Support daily routines, schedule adherence, and behavior guidance per the ELC Behaviour Guidance Policy. Maintain classroom organization, including cleaning, labeling, and management of materials.

Record and report child health information, illnesses, injuries, and absenteeism. participate in regular supervision. Pursue professional development and training opportunities.



Provide housekeeping duties as instructed by the ELC Director.

Report any signs of child abuse to the Children Aid Society.

Early Childhood

Assistant certificate or equivalent experience; Strong customer‑service skills, building positive relations with parents and peers. Dedicated and flexible team player able to collaborate at all levels. Capability for flexible hours.

Listening and mental attentiveness to customers, public queries, and managerial requirements. Regular lifting of children up to 45 lbs.; Interactions with students, teachers, administration, family members, visitors, and government agencies. This is a unionised position under CUPE, paid $34,961 per annum and prorated based on the contract duration.

Flexible schedule in a planned program workplace. CDI is firmly committed to diversity within its community and welcomes applications from racialised persons, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.

📌 Early Childhood Assistant (PT Contract Floater-Windermere) (Toronto)
🏢 Child Development Institute
📍 Toronto