Accommodation Support Facilitator - Full-Time

Upper Canada Child Care; Markham; Hybrid; CAD 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental benefits

Paid personal days

Group RRSP program

Paid training and development

Job summary

Upper Canada Child Care is seeking an educator assistant to support teachers in delivering child-centered programs in our Ontario centres. This full-time role (25 hours/week) requires a 5-hour shift in a before and after school program from Monday to Friday.

The position emphasizes inclusion, collaboration with families and adherence to Ministry guidelines. Candidates must have the required checks and certifications and be physically able to support children across settings.

Qualifications

• Recent Police Vulnerable Sector Check.
• Must be 18 years or older due to licensing.
• Health assessment and up-to-date immunization as required.
• Up-to-date CPR-C & Standard First Aid (training provided if needed).
• Basic understanding of child developmental needs.
• Strong written and verbal communication with families and professionals.
• Calm under pressure and professional in resolving conflicts.
• Physical stamina to supervise children in various settings.
• Ability to use Dayforce and Storypark.

Responsibilities

• Support a program aligned with Ministry of Education requirements and Upper Canada Child Care’s guidelines.
• Assist with program charts, daily logs, reports and administrative tasks.
• Participate in professional development, staff meetings and training.
• Maintain an inclusive environment.
• Take direction from staff to support the program.
• Interact with children 1:1 or in small groups as needed.
• Provide information to parents and encourage family engagement.
• Observe pedagogical documentation to guide program development.
• Contribute to Individual Support Plans with Inclusion Support team.
• Attend meetings with internal or external agencies as part of the plan.
• Perform general housekeeping and classroom duties for children aged 0-12 years.

Skills

Communication skills

Calm under pressure

Interpersonal skills

Stamina/physical endurance

Education

CPR-C & Standard First Aid

Police Vulnerable Sector Check

Immunization up-to-date

Tools

Dayforce

Storypark

Job description

Pay Rate: $19.55/hour

Position Type & Required Availability:

• Full-time Position (25 hours/week): Candidates must be available to work a 5-hour shift in a before and after school program Monday - Friday.

Who We Are:

Upper Canada Child Care, non-profit licensed provider since 1983, operates 85+ centres in Toronto, York Region, and Simcoe County. We offer full-day and before and after school programs, summer camps, and a forest school. Guided by values of support, trust, safety, respect, and professionalism, we prioritize play-based learning and outdoor exploration. We invest in quality program delivery, providing specialized supports and training. Ministry of Education licensed, our programs reflect the four foundations of learning. Join us and help put “a smile on each child’s face…every day.”

What We Offer Our Educators:

As a large and growing organization, we have the ability to offer competitive compensation and rewards, including regular pay increases, wage enhancement grants, paid personal days, medical and dental benefits, split shift premium pay, paid training and development, involvement in charity initiatives, long term service awards, childcare discounts, group RRSP program, formal mentorship program and the opportunity to advance and move throughout the organization. Upper Canada Child Care also operates summer day camps at select locations, in addition to unique programs such as residential camp and forest school.

Position Summary:

To assist the teachers in program delivery ensuring operational requirements are met in compliance with all internal and external guidelines, policies and procedures. The overarching goal is to enhance the classroom ratio and provide an inclusive environment through ongoing collaboration and communication. Supports the organization’s vision, mission, and guiding values. This is a fully in-centre position.

Job Responsibilities:

• Supports a program that is consistent with Ministry of Education requirements and in accordance with Upper Canada Child Care’s program statement.
• Assists with program charts, daily logs, reports and administration tasks as required.
• Participates in professional development opportunities, staff meetings and training sessions as required.
• Works to support and maintain an inclusive environment.
• Accepts direction from other staff members in order to best support the program.
• May be required to interact with children on a 1:1 basis and/or supervise a group of children.
• Provides information to parents when requested and encourages family engagement.
• Observes pedagogical documentation as a guide for program development.
• Contributes to the design of Individual Support Plans and supports the implementation with full effort in collaboration with the Inclusion Support team.
• May attend meetings with internal and/or external agencies and individuals as part of the Individual Support Plan.
• Performs general housekeeping and classroom duties for children aged 0-12 years (e.g. meal/snack preparation, toileting, diapering, dressing, etc).

Qualifications and Requirements:

• A recent Police Vulnerable Sector Check.
• At least 18 years of age or older due to licensing requirements.
• Health assessment and up-to-date record of immunization as outlined by legislation.
• Up-to-date certification in CPR-C and Standard First Aid (training provided upon selection if required).
• Basic understanding of special needs and knowledge of the developmental needs of children and demonstrated ability to apply this knowledge.
• Proven ability to communicate (written and verbal) effectively and establish appropriate relationships with families, caregivers and other professionals.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure.
• Uses initiative; applies sound reason in solving problems and resolves conflict in an effective, professional manner.
• Have the physical and emotional stamina to effectively supervise children in a variety of settings including outdoor public spaces.
• Ability to use computer systems and programs; including Dayforce, and Storypark.
• Moderate level of physical effort is regularly required; including but not limited to kneeling, pushing, pulling, bending, and carrying.

Upper Canada Child Care is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace and encourages applications from members of our diverse communities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Please contact the interviewer in advance if you require accommodations.

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