Job Posting : #16-25Job Title:Early Childhood AssistantJob Type : Temporary Full-Time; (35 hour work week) up to eighteen (18) monthsWage Range:$27.33-$29.90Job Class : Union JC 4Positions : 1Reporting to the Manager of Early Years, the Early Childhood Assistant assists in the provision of high quality, licensed child care programming and supervision to children ages 0-12, in accordance with all operational policies and procedures and the Child Care and Early Years Act and How Does Learning Happen? Ontario’s Pedagogy for the Early Years and Early Years Division philosophy.Key duties and responsibilities include:Provide age appropriate programming that meets the diverse needs of all children and promotes optimum physical, emotional, social, cognitive and intellectual development of the children in careParticipate in the development of and help to implement both indoor and outdoor programming daily, based on emergent curriculum, the changing needs and interests of the individual children enrolled and the Ministry of Education’s document How Does Learning Happen? Ontario’s Pedagogy for the Early YearsOversee children at all times and monitor the on-going health, safety and well-being of all children in the programApply directives related to child behavior management consistently to provide appropriate limits and positive reinforcement of acceptable behaviourAdminister emergency first aid as requiredAssist in maintaining the learning environment, ensuring cleanliness, as well as an orderly and aesthetically pleasing appearance. Arrange material and furnishings on a daily basis in preparation for scheduled programmingEnsure positive communication with families through regular verbal and written/virtual contact regarding the programAdhere to and practice all emergency planning policies and proceduresWork with minimal supervision and demonstrate sound judgment in decision-making and personal conduct.



Maintain confidentiality at all timesWork as part of a team and demonstrates commitment, pride and trust, in the accomplishment of team goalsAdherence to the Occupational Health and Safety Act, local policies and practices relating to a healthy workplaceParticipate in continuous professional learning to integrate knowledge and test theories from research and experiences to deepen understanding of children and familiesPerform other duties as requiredQualifications:The successful candidate will have the ability to work effectively and efficiently as a team in a fast-paced environment, organize time effectively and perform duties of the position, and work with minimal direct supervision. Additional qualifications for this position include:Minimum Ontario Secondary School Diploma (Grade 12) and 6 months direct experience educating children in a formal educational setting i.E.(child care, school board)College diploma in field related to the education of children an assetValid Standard First Aid Level C an assetDate Posted:May 13, 2025 at 16:00 hoursApplication Deadline: May 21, 2025 at 16:00 hoursShould you be interested in applying for this exciting career prospect, please forward your cover letter and resume as one PDF document [email protected] the application deadline with the subject line referencingjob posting #16-25 – Early Childhood Assistant, Early Years (Temporary) .This position is covered by a collective agreement, CUPE Local 5330. Applications from outside the bargaining unit are welcome, but can only be considered if the position is not filled from within the bargaining unit.The District of Sault Ste. Marie Social Services Administration Board is an inclusive employer. Accommodation is available in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. Individuals requiring accommodation during the application and/or the interview process should contact Human Resources as soon as possible to make appropriate arrangement.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Early Childhood Assistant - C$27.3 - C$29.9 An Hour (Winnipeg)
🏢 District of Sault Ste. Marie Social Services Administration Board
📍 Winnipeg