Campus : Daisy Campus - 68 Daisy Ave, Etobicoke, ON M8W 1S1

Start date : November 16, 2026

Hours of work : 40 hours weekly, between the hours of 7:30am-6:00pm

Position type : Full-time, 8 month contract with the opportunity of contract extension or a permanent position

Number of positions : 1

About Vincent Massey Academy

Vincent Massey Academy (“VMA”) has been serving families in the Etobicoke community since 1985. Our Early Years program provides a nurturing, engaging, and child‑centred learning environment for children aged 18 months to 4 years. With small class sizes, consistent classroom teams, and an inquiry‑based approach to early learning, our educators develop meaningful relationships with children and families while supporting each child's individual strengths, needs, interests, and development.

Our Early Years program operates year‑round across two campuses in South Etobicoke, offering Toddler (18 months–2.5 years) and Pre‑Kindergarten (2.5–4 years) programs. We emphasize play‑based, experiential learning that encourages curiosity, independence, creativity, and social‑emotional growth.

TheOpportunity

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Early Childhood Assistant ("ECA") to join our Early Years team in a full‑time, 8‑month contract position, with the potential for a contract extension or an offer of permanent employment following successful completion of the initial term. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with Registered Early Childhood Educators ("RECEs") and other classroom educators to create a safe, nurturing, and stimulating learning environment for children in either our Toddler or Pre‑Kindergarten program.





As part of a collaborative and supportive teaching team, the successful candidate will assist in implementing engaging, play‑based learning experiences that reflect children's interests, developmental needs, and emerging abilities. Our small class sizes and consistent classroom teams allow educators to build strong relationships with children, provide individualized attention, and foster a sense of belonging within the classroom.

What You'll Do

- Collaborate with RECEs and classroom educators to implement engaging, developmentally appropriate, play‑based learning experiences that reflect children's interests, strengths, and needs
- Support the implementation of VMA's inquiry‑based approach to early learning, guided by How Does Learning Happen? and the Early Learning for Every Child Today (ELECT) framework
- Foster a positive, safe, nurturing, and inclusive classroom environment where children feel supported, respected, and valued
- Build meaningful and responsive relationships with children, supporting their social‑emotional development, independence, self‑regulation, and overall well‑being
- Actively supervise children throughout classroom activities, outdoor play, transitions, and daily routines, ensuring their safety and well‑being
- Assist children with daily care routines, including toileting,



diapering, dressing, handwashing, meals, and rest periods, while promoting age‑appropriate independence
- Support classroom programming through observations, documentation, and communication of children's learning experiences and developmental progress using Lillio and other classroom tools
- Maintain an organized, welcoming, and engaging classroom setting with purposeful, accessible, and developmentally appropriate learning materials
- Communicate professionally and respectfully with families regarding children's daily experiences, routines, and well‑being, in collaboration with classroom educators
- Collaborate with colleagues to maintain consistent classroom routines, support individual children's needs, and contribute to a positive team environment
- Follow all applicable requirements under the Child Care and Early Years Act, 2014 (CCEYA), Toronto Children's Services' Assessment for Quality Improvement (AQI), Toronto Public Health guidelines, and VMA's policies and procedures
- Maintain appropriate health, safety, hygiene, and supervision practices, including accurate documentation and timely reporting of incidents or concerns to the Site Supervisor
- Participate in professional development, team meetings, classroom initiatives, and school‑wide events
- Uphold and promote VMA's mission, vision, and values in all interactions

What You'll Need

- Minimum of one year of experience working with young children in a licensed childcare setting
- Early Childhood Assistant (ECA) certificate, Early Childhood Education (ECE) diploma, or related post‑secondary education is con

📌 Early Childhood Assistant (Toronto)
🏢 Vincent Massey Academy
📍 Toronto