Description Reporting 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.
Duties & Responsibilities 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 care
Participate 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 Years
Oversee children at all times and monitor the on-going health, safety and well-being of all children in the program
Apply directives related to child behavior management consistently to provide appropriate limits and positive reinforcement of acceptable behaviour
Administer emergency first aid as required
Assist 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 programming
Ensure positive communication with families through regular verbal and written/virtual contact regarding the program




Adhere to and practice all emergency planning policies and procedures
Work with minimal supervision and demonstrate sound judgment in decision-making and personal conduct. Maintain confidentiality at all times
Work as part of a team and demonstrates commitment, pride and trust, in the accomplishment of team goals
Adherence to the Occupational Health and Safety Act, local policies and practices relating to a healthy workplace
Participate in continuous professional learning to integrate knowledge and test theories from research and experiences to deepen understanding of children and families
Perform other duties as required
Qualifications 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 asset
Valid Standard First Aid Level C an asset
Salary & Advantages Wage Range: $27.88 – $30.49
Collective Agreement 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
Additional Notes 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.

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📌 Early Childhood Assistant, Early Years (Temporary up to 18 Months) (Ontario)
🏢 District of Sault Ste. Marie Social Services Administration Board
📍 Ontario