Early Childhood Assistant Educator – Full-Time & Casual

Upper Canada Child Care; Markham; Hybrid; CAD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Upper Canada Child Care in Markham is seeking Assistant Educators for full-time and casual supply roles at Buttonville PS. You will deliver a developmentally appropriate, play-based program aligned with Ministry guidelines and support children’s learning through exploration.

The position requires CPR-C and Standard First Aid certification, and a solid knowledge of child development. This is a center-based role with competitive pay, benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of developmental needs of children and ability to apply this knowledge.
• Experience with inquiry/play-based program design and implementation; use of pedagogical documentation is an asset.
• Proven ability to communicate effectively with families, coworkers and professionals.

Responsibilities

• Applies current legislative expectations to support a program aligned with Ministry of Education requirements.
• Engages with children to provide a positive learning experience and assist with meals, toileting, dressing.
• Maintains program charts, daily logs, and reports.
• Collaborates with staff, school personnel, and outside agencies to support children’s needs.
• Guides students and volunteers; supports individual plans as required.

Skills

Developmental knowledge

Play-based program design

Engaging families

Pedagogical documentation

Communication

Education

CPR-C & Standard First Aid

Early childhood development background

Tools

Dayforce

Storypark

Job description

Upper Canada Child Care in Markham is seeking Assistant Educators for full-time and casual supply roles at Buttonville PS. You will deliver a developmentally appropriate, play-based program aligned with Ministry guidelines and support children’s learning through exploration.

The position requires CPR-C and Standard First Aid certification, and a solid knowledge of child development. This is a center-based role with competitive pay, benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.