Early Childhood Assistant (ECA)

BrightPath Early Learning & Child Care; Lakeshore; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading childcare provider in Essex County is looking for an Early Childhood Assistant to support teachers and families while providing a nurturing environment. The role includes assisting with instruction, maintaining safety, and fostering children's involvement in activities. Full-time employees benefit from a 40% childcare discount, retirement plans, paid holidays, sick days, and comprehensive health coverage.

Benefits

40% childcare discount

Professional development opportunities

Retirement plan with company match

6 days of sick time annually

10 paid statutory holidays

Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

Qualifications

• Must meet province requirement for childcare employment.
• Current Standard First Aid and infant child CPR required.
• Current immunization and health assessment required.

Responsibilities

• Assist RECE’s with instruction in the classroom.
• Maintain an environment that protects children's well-being.
• Encourage children's involvement in activities.
• Attend staff meetings and professional development.

Skills

Assisting with instruction

Maintaining well-being of children

Collaborative relationships

Planning and implementing programs

Education

High School/Equivalent

Early Childhood Assistant Certification

Job description

Centre: Lakeshore Montessori Centre, ON

Pay Range: $17.60 - $18.50 per hour, Government Wage Enhancement offered on top of hourly rate for Full-Time staff

Job Type: Full-Time

No evenings or weekends!

Build your career in the early childhood education field and become a valued member of our team at BrightPath Kids! As a proud member of the Busy Bees global childcare community, we offer exceptional opportunities for your career to thrive. Join our diverse community of over 5,000 dedicated employees, and experience competitive pay and benefits, including a childcare discount. With our rapid growth, now is the perfect time to apply and shape an extraordinary future with us. Unleash your potential and join BrightPath!

What will you be doing?

As an Early Childhood Assistant, you will work side-by-side with teachers and families to provide a home away from home for children in our care. Responsibilities include:

• Assisting RECE’s with instruction in the classroom.
• Maintaining an environment that protects the well‑being of children.
• Interacting with children to encourage their involvement in activities.
• Establishing collaborative relationships with co‑workers, management, and families.
• Attending staff meetings and professional development opportunities as necessary.
• Working to maintain cleanliness and organization of classroom materials.
• Other duties as assigned.

Top Reasons to join BrightPath Kids:

• We offer a 40% child care discount to ALL Full-time employees & 10% to Part-time so that your family can take advantage of our great learning environment!
• We will support your long‑term career goals by offering opportunities for professional development.
• Full-time staff are eligible to participate in a retirement plan (RRSP) which offers a company match – this is free money!
• Full-time and Part-time staff receive 6 days of sick time per calendar year.
• Full-time staff are given 10 paid statutory holidays off.
• Full-time staff are paid for at least 10 vacation days per calendar year.
• Full-time staff are offered health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance and life insurance.

Requirements:

• High School/Equivalent required, Early Childhood Assistant Certification preferred
• Must meet province requirement for childcare employment
• Current Standard First Aid and infant child CPR
• Current immunization and health assessment as per the local Minister of Health Requirements
• Experience in planning and implementing programs.

If this sounds like a good fit, we want to meet you! Please submit your application today.