ECA Program Staff (2025-297-CCFS)

WoodGreen Community Services; Toronto; On-site; CAD 43,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading community service provider in Toronto seeks an ECA Program Staff to care for children in group settings. This role involves guiding and supporting children and families while adhering to educational policies and ensuring safety. The ideal candidate will have relevant certifications and experience in licensed childcare. Join a supportive team committed to creating a nurturing environment for children.

Qualifications

• Experience in licensed childcare, including practicum placements.
• Valid Standard First Aid/CPR-C certification.

Responsibilities

• Guide and care for children in groups, assisting in daily program planning.
• Ensure children's safety, health, and hygiene, including responding to emergencies.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Crisis Management

Education

Early Childhood Assistant Certificate

One year of Early Childhood Education

Job description

Work Hours: 35 hours/week (may include extended shifts and/or split shifts)

Work Setting: Exclusively Onsite

Salary: External Rate: E7 - $43,700.11
Internal Rate: E8 - $44,591.94

Application Deadline: May 30, 2025 by 11:59 pm

Competition #2025-297-CCFS ECA Program Staff (2025-297-CCFS)

Employment Type: Permanent Full-Time, Bargaining Unit (2 vacancies)

Work Hours: 35 hours/week (may include extended and/or split shifts)

Work Setting: Exclusively Onsite

Salary: External Rate: E7 - $43,700.11
Internal Rate: E8 - $44,591.94

Application Deadline: May 30, 2025 by 11:59 pm

Program Overview – Child Care & Family Services (1094 Gerrard Street E, 70 Woodfield Road)

The ECA casual staff are responsible for caring for children in group settings, assisting team members in planning, supervising, and implementing daily programs. This role involves providing guidance, encouragement, and support to children, families, staff, students, and volunteers, while being flexible, resourceful, sensitive, and respectful of individual needs.

What You Will Do

1. Guide and care for children in groups, assist in planning and implementing daily programs aligned with Ministry of Education policies, pedagogy, and curriculum, as well as City of Toronto’s Quality Care Requirements.
2. Adhere to policies of the Child Care & Family Services Unit and WoodGreen, complying with the Child Care and Early Years Act, 2014, and City of Toronto’s AQI, including maintaining legal staff:child ratios and collaborating with casual staff during absences.
3. Set reasonable limits based on developmental stages, providing appropriate guidance and support individually and in groups, including additional support when needed.
4. Recognize, address, and report unusual behaviors to the Manager, collaborating with professionals and resources as necessary.
5. Work as part of a team, participating in daily program activities with other staff.
6. Record daily attendance, manage medical information, and report concerns appropriately.
7. Ensure children’s safety, health, and hygiene, including responding to emergencies, monitoring health concerns, maintaining program safety, assisting with incident reports, and following emergency procedures.
8. Safely escort children during outdoor activities and contribute to supervision during outings.
9. Develop and maintain positive relationships with parents/guardians, providing feedback, assessments, and developmental updates.
10. Maintain equipment and furnishings, inform management of needs, and assist with housekeeping and equipment assessments.
11. Keep the learning environment organized, attractive, and conducive to learning.
12. Provide supervision at all times, work scheduled shifts to meet ratios, and adapt to shift changes.
13. Report signs of abuse to authorities.
14. Build effective communication and relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including community resources.
15. Check outdoor facilities for safety, report hazards, and ensure cleanliness.
16. Perform housekeeping duties such as cleaning, disinfecting, preparing meals, and laundry.

What You Bring to the Team

• Early Childhood Assistant Certificate or completion of one year of Early Childhood Education at a recognized Ontario College.
• Experience in licensed childcare, including practicum placements.
• Valid Standard First Aid/CPR-C certification.
• Up-to-date health assessment, immunizations, and TB test.

What Will Set You Apart

• Ability to instruct, care for, and direct children effectively.
• Competence in handling emergencies, crises, and challenging behaviors.
• Ability to work cooperatively, use professional judgment, and adhere to policies and regulations.
• Strong record-keeping, communication, and confidentiality skills.
• Physical ability to lift children, stand for extended periods, and work in conditions involving exposure to bodily fluids, infectious diseases, and noise.

WoodGreen is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive, barrier-free work environment. Please inform our People & Culture team at [e-mail] of any accommodation needs during the recruitment process. All information related to accommodations will be handled confidentially.

Applicants are asked to confirm:

• Legal authorization to work in Canada
• Current employment with WoodGreen community services
• Possession of an Early Childhood Assistant Certificate or proof of completion of one year of Early Childhood Education
• Completion of a health assessment with up-to-date immunizations and TB test