early childhood assistant

CP Rec Club; Carleton Place; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local recreation club in Carleton Place seeks an Early Childhood Assistant for a part-time position supporting children's developmental programs. Duties include leading activities, maintaining equipment, and guiding proper habits among children. Ideal for students enrolled full-time or part-time. Hourly pay ranges from $18.50 to $25.00 with flexible hours available, allowing for a dynamic workplace focused on creative development and community engagement.

Benefits

Free parking available

On-site daycare available

On-site housing options

Qualifications

• No degree, certificate or diploma required.
• Full‑time or part‑time student status.
• Certifications like First Aid and CPR Certificate expected.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement child‑care programs.
• Lead activities like storytelling and crafts.
• Maintain daycare equipment.

Skills

Punctuality

Dependability

Effective interpersonal skills

Excellent oral communication

Flexibility

Judgement

Reliability

Team player

Creativity

Ability to multitask

Job description

Early Childhood Assistant – Student Job

Posted on December 15, 2025 by Employer details CP Rec Club.

Location: Carleton Place, ON K7C 1R6 – Work must be completed on site; no remote option.

Salary: $18.50 to $25.00 per hour (negotiable) / 10 to 44 hours per week. Employed as permanent part‑time; shifts include early morning, morning, day (11:00–13:00). Starts as soon as possible.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement child‑care programs that support and promote the physical, cognitive, emotional and social development of children
• Maintain daycare equipment
• Lead activities by telling or reading stories, teaching songs and taking children to local points of interest
• Assist early childhood educators or supervisors in keeping records
• Encourage children to express creativity through the media of art, dramatic play, music and physical activity
• Engage children in activities by telling stories, teaching songs and preparing crafts
• Guide and assist children in the development of proper eating, dressing and toilet habits
• Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with co‑workers and community service providers working with children
• Plan and maintain an environment that protects the health, security and well‑being of children
• Plan and organise activities for school‑age children in child‑care programs before and after regular school hours

Supervision

• 1 to 2 people

Qualifications and Requirements

Education: No degree, certificate or diploma required.

Student status: Full‑time enrollment or part‑time enrollment.

Certifications: Food allergy and anaphylaxis training, HIGH FIVE training (principles of healthy child development), First Aid Certificate, CPR Certificate.

Safety & Security: Child Abuse Registry check, medical exam, immunisation records, bondable, vulnerable sector check.

Transportation: Own transportation.

Work conditions: Physically demanding; combination of sitting, standing, walking, bending, crouching, kneeling.

Personal suitability: Punctuality, dependability, efficient interpersonal skills, excellent oral communication, flexibility, judgement, reliability, team player, creativity, honesty, ability to multitask.

Benefits

• Free parking available
• On‑site daycare available
• On‑site housing options

Work Settings and Environment

• Before and after school programs
• Day care centre or nursery school
• Outdoors

Employment Program

• Supports youth with government or community programs and on‑the‑job training tailored to youth
• Provides flexible onboarding for veterans to gradually adapt to the civilian workplace
• Offers phased re‑entry options for mature workers returning after retirement

Who can apply

• A Canadian citizen
• A permanent resident of Canada
• A temporary resident of Canada with a valid work permit

Do not apply if you are not authorized to work in Canada. The employer will not respond to your application.

Advertised Until

2026-01-05

This employer is committed to providing all job applicants with equal employment opportunities and promoting inclusion.

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