Child Care Aide

Tobermory; Toronto; On-site; CAD 37,000 - 40,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay

40 vacancies

Work across Toronto centres

Potential longer-term assignments

Support children and families

Job summary

The City of Toronto is seeking part-time Child Care Aides to support Registered Early Childhood Educators in Toronto Early Learning and Child Care Centres across the city. You will assist with daily activities, supervision, and maintaining a safe learning environment.

Ideal candidates have experience with children up to 4 years old, can lift up to 20 kg, hold First Aid/CPR, and are available for varied shifts. Hourly pay is competitive, with opportunities across multiple centers.

Qualifications

• Experience caring for children up to 4 years in group settings.
• Valid First Aid and Infant/Child CPR certification.
• Ability to lift up to 20 kg.
• Ability to travel between multiple Toronto locations.
• Knowledge of child care and workplace safety legislation.
• Early Childhood Assistant Certificate is considered an asset.
• Must have a valid email address and local phone number.

Responsibilities

• Assist children with indoor and outdoor activities, meals, diapering and rest times.
• Help prepare and clean play areas, snacks and learning spaces.
• Supervise small groups of children and support daily routines.
• Escort children during school walks and community outings.
• Complete basic forms and routine documentation.
• Maintain safe play spaces by removing hazards and assist with center tasks such as laundry and dishwashing.

Skills

Child care

Teamwork

Health and safety

Documentation

Adaptability

Positive interaction

Time management

Education

Early Childhood Assistant Certificate

First Aid/Infant & Child CPR certification

Job description

The City of Toronto has job openings for part-time Child Care Aides at Toronto Early Learning and Child Care Centres which operate throughout the entire city of Toronto in Ontario. The continuous position provides support to Registered Early Childhood Educators through student supervision and assistance with daily activities and safe space maintenance.

• Competitive hourly pay for part time work
• Large hiring intake with 40 positions available
• Work in child care centres across Toronto
• Potential for longer term assignments for candidates with full weekly availability
• Valuable work supporting children and families

Jobs in Toronto, Ontario

Toronto requires additional child care and early learning support staff because more families in the city depend on licensed child care services. The role provides essential support for children’s development while ensuring that the city maintains high standards of care provision throughout its facilities.

Salary insights

The hourly pay ranges from $26.83 – $29.23. The organization provides work hours according to needs, which includes different shifts that cover the entire week with both split shifts and duties being available.

Frequently asked questions

What does a Child Care Aide do?

A Child Care Aide assists children throughout the entire day by helping them with their playtime activities and their mealtimes and their periods of rest and their daily care activities. The position helps create safe and organized educational spaces which enable teachers to work and staff members to connect with students and their families.

Is this a full time job?

No. This is a part time indefinite position with hours assigned as needed. Employees may work up to 35 hours weekly depending on needs and availability.

What skills are required?

Child care support, teamwork, child supervision, health and safety awareness, classroom assistance, positive interaction skills, routine documentation, cleaning and sanitizing, adaptability, computer use, group care support, time management

Employer Name : City of Toronto
Position : Child Care Aide (Part-Time)
No. of vacancies : 40
Salary : $26.83- $29.23 hourly
Employment Type : Indefinite – Part-time
NOC code : 63022
Location : Toronto, Ontario, Canada

• Assist children with indoor and outdoor activities, meals, diapering and rest times
• Help prepare and clean play areas, snacks and learning spaces
• Supervise small groups of children and support daily routines
• Escort children during school walks and community outings
• Complete basic forms and routine documentation
• Create secure play spaces which you should maintain by eliminating dangerous elements whenever required
  Help with laundry work and dishwashing duties and all tasks related to maintaining the center

Job requirements

• Background caring for children up to 4 years old in a group setting through work or volunteer roles
• Valid First Aid and Infant and Child CPR certification required before employment starts
• Ability to lift and carry children weighing up to 20 kg
• Ability to travel between multiple Toronto child care locations
• General knowledge of child care and workplace safety legislation
• Early Childhood Assistant Certificate considered an asset
• Must have a valid email address and local phone number for call-in work