Early Childhood Assistant (ECA)

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

Job summary

A leading childcare provider in Mississauga is seeking a full-time Early Childhood Assistant to support classroom instruction and maintain a safe and engaging environment for children. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and experience in early childhood education, along with First Aid and CPR certifications. The role offers a 40% childcare discount, professional development opportunities, and comprehensive health benefits.

Benefits

40% childcare discount

Opportunities for professional development

Retirement plan with company match

Paid sick time and statutory holidays

Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

Qualifications

• High School/Equivalent required.
• Early Childhood Assistant Certification preferred.
• Current Standard First Aid and infant child CPR certification required.
• Must meet provincial requirements for childcare employment.
• Experience in planning and implementing programs.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Assisting RECE’s with instruction

Child engagement

Collaboration with co-workers

Maintaining cleanliness and organization

Education

High School/Equivalent

Early Childhood Assistant Certification

Job description

Overview

Centre: Meadowvale Centre, ON

Pay Range: $17.20 per hour, Government Wage Enhancement offered on top of hourly rate for Full-Time staff

Job Type: Full-Time, Rotating Shifts

Classroom: Toddler

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!

Responsibilities

• 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.