12 Sep
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Bloomsbury Academy
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Winnipeg
12 Sep
Bloomsbury Academy
Winnipeg
About the RoleAs the Early Childhood Assistant, you will work under the direction of the Supervisor and report to the Director/Supervisor of Bloomsbury Academy. You will assist in planning and developing age‑appropriate programs to enhance the cognitive, physical, social, and emotional development of children according to the organization’s program statement/philosophy and the Child Care Early Years Act, using Early Learning for Every Child Today (ELECT).This position is full‑time on‑site and has been created to support anticipated growth. The salary range for this position is $18–$20 per hour, based on skills and experience. Our total rewards program recognizes performance, supports well‑being, and encourages growth by offering paid vacation and personal days, comprehensive benefits, wellness and mental health resources, and a generous professional development allowance.ResponsibilitiesCollaborate with staff to design and execute a curriculum tailored to the developmental needs of children aged 18months–6years.Assist in providing a physically protected and emotionally supportive environment, showing sensitivity to the individual needs of children in all aspects of development.Assist the RECE in the classroom in planning and preparing the learning environment, setting up, preparing needed materials, and supplies.Utilize assessment tools such as ELECT and “How Does Learning Happen?” to evaluate program effectiveness and make necessary adjustments.Foster a supportive environment conducive to children’s cognitive, physical, social, and emotional growth.Observe children for daily overall health and ongoing observations for signs of potential learning or behavioral concerns,
and prepare written documentation for the Director/Site Supervisor and parents.Facilitate a variety of activities to engage children’s interests and promote learning across different domains.Assist in maintaining a safe and sanitary environment for children, conduct regular attendance checks indoors, outdoors, and on trips.Foster collaborative relationships with families through ongoing communication, support, and resource provision.Assist in maintaining up‑to‑date records for legislative and regulatory purposes, including daily and monthly attendance, accident and incident reports, cleaning procedures, safety checks, child’s daily log for parents, classroom program log, and daily playground/yard checks.Adhere to the legislative regulations set out in the Ontario Child Care and Early Years Act (CCEYA) as well as the organization’s Code of Conduct, Conflict of Interest, and Confidentiality Policy.Qualifications and ExperiencesEarly Childhood Education Diploma (RECE) or provincially recognised equivalency.At least one year of teaching experience in early childhood education or a related field.Registration in good standing with the College of Early Childhood Educators.Knowledge of the Child Care and Early Years Act (CCEYA), “How Does Learning Happen?”, and ELECT is an asset.Knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act.Safe Food Handlers Certificate is an asset.Valid,
successful Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening.Valid Standard First Aid certification and LevelC CPR training.Health assessment, TB test, and up‑to‑date immunisations.CRC to be completed every five years on work anniversary, with annual declaration form signed within two weeks of the alternate work‑anniversary year.Ability to walk up three flights of stairs, lift 10–30pounds, be comfortable in water on swim trips, and perform repetitive tasks.Ability to perform frequent sitting, standing, walking, bending, climbing, balancing, crouching, kneeling, and crawling in both indoor and outdoor environments with exposure to noise, bodily fluids, illness, and occasional inclement weather.Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively as part of a team and maintain open communication with colleagues, supervisors, and families.Considerable proficiency in navigating a technologically rich school workplace.Strong organisational skills with the ability to plan and implement developmentally appropriate activities and curriculum.Commitment to maintaining professional standards and ongoing professional development, including attending workshops, conferences, and in‑house training.Excellent attention to detail and the ability to remain calm and focused in high‑pressure situations.Strong understanding of confidentiality protocols and ethical standards in childcare settings.Equal Opportunity EmployerFitzrovia is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all our employees. If you require reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process, please reach us at .#J-18808-Ljbffr
📌 Teacher Assistant - $18 - $20 An Hour (Winnipeg)
🏢 Bloomsbury Academy
📍 Winnipeg