Rivergate Academy is a licensed, Montessori-inspired childcare and kindergarten facility located in Fort Erie, Ontario. We are dedicated to providing nurturing, play-based early learning environments where children develop confidence, independence, and creativity. Powered by modern digital tools and a collaborative team culture, we empower educators to focus on what matters most: making a meaningful impact on young learners.

POSITION SUMMARY The Early Childhood Assistant (ECA) provides essential operational, instructional, and personal care support within a licensed childcare classroom. Working under the direct guidance of Registered Early Childhood Educators (RECEs) and center management, the ECA plays a hands-on role in maintaining a safe, nurturing, clean, and engaging environment for infants, toddlers, or preschool-aged children.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

Direct Care & Supervision

- Maintain constant visual and auditory supervision of children indoors and on the playground, ensuring staff-to-child ratios required under the Child Care and Early Years Act (CCEYA) are strictly met.
- Assist children with daily personal hygiene, including diaper changes, handwashing, toilet training, and dressing for outdoor weather.
- Help serve nutritious meals and snacks, feed infants/toddlers, and supervise mealtime to ensure proper table manners and safety (monitoring for choking hazards and allergies).
- Set up sleeping cots, help soothe children to sleep, and monitor children during rest periods in compliance with protected sleep guidelines.

Program Execution & Activity Support

- Prepare learning materials, art supplies, dramatic play stations, and outdoor toys as directed by the lead RECE.
- Engage children in play by reading stories, leading simple songs and rhymes, guiding crafts, and participating in physical outdoor games.
- Provide extra one-on-one attention to children who need extra help during transitions, activities, or emotional distress.

Health,



Safety & Classroom Maintenance

- Clean, sanitize, and disinfect toys, activity tables, chairs, change stations, and food prep areas according to Public Health guidelines.
- Perform daily health checks on arrival, report any signs of child illness, fever, or unusual behavior to the RECE or Supervisor, and record attendance accurately.
- Inspect indoor play areas and outdoor playgrounds for safety hazards before children enter the space.

Communication & Team Collaboration

- Take direction from and work collaboratively with the RECEs, Daycare Supervisor, and Manager.
- Greet parents warmly during morning drop-offs and afternoon pick-ups, relaying routine messages or directing detailed developmental questions to the lead RECE.
- Assist in recording basic daily details (such as nap times, meal consumption, and diaper changes) on childcare management apps (e.g., Lillio/HiMama) or physical charts.

Health and Safety

- Work in strict compliance with the provisions of the OHSA, its regulations, and all internal workplace health and safety policies.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS

- High School Diploma (Ontario Secondary School Diploma - OSSD) or equivalent.
- Completion of an Early Childhood Assistant (ECA) Certificate or Diploma program from a recognized vocational college or community college is preferred.
- Practical experience working with infants, toddlers, or preschool-aged children.
- Minimum of 300+ hours of practical experience in a licensed childcare setting (often completed during an ECA diploma practicum placement) is preferred
- Warm,



professional communication skills to build collaborative relationships with parents, share child progress, and handle routine inquiries with empathy.
- Ability to work harmoniously with co-workers, guide classroom assistants (ECAs), and collaborate effectively with management.

How to Apply: Ready to join the FEIA family? Start the process by clicking on “Apply with Indeed” and submit your resume.

As a condition of employment, a satisfactory Vulnerable Persons Screening report must be provided.

While all applicants are thanked for their interest, only those chosen for interviews will be contacted.

Equal Employment Opportunity

FEIA is committed to providing equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or membership in any other class protected by federal, provincial or local law.

The company’s continued success depends on the full and effective utilization of qualified individuals. Therefore, harassment is prohibited and all matters related to recruiting, training, compensation, benefits, promotions and transfers comply with equal opportunity principles and are non-discriminatory.

FEIA is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities during the employment process which are consistent with legal requirements. If you wish to request an accommodation while seeking employment, please email [email protected]. We will make accommodation determinations on a request-by-request basis. Messages and emails regarding anything other than accommodations requests will not be returned

Pay: Up to $26.00 per hour

Expected hours: No more than 37.5 per week

Perks

- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care

Work Location: In person

📌 Early Childhood Assistant (ECA) (Fort Erie)
🏢 Rivergate Academy
📍 Fort Erie