Lab Assistant – Early Childhood Educator (25-67)

Northern College of Applied Arts and Technology; Timmins; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Ontario is seeking a Lab Assistant – Early Childhood Educator to oversee the ECE Play Lab, prepare educational materials, and foster community partnerships. The ideal candidate will have a 2-year diploma and 3 years of practical experience in early childhood education. This role emphasizes collaboration and strong communication skills while offering a supportive work environment with generous benefits. Applications should be submitted online through the college's career portal.

Benefits

Defined benefit pension plan

Professional development opportunities

Wellness programs

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of practical experience in early childhood education environments.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the operations of the ECE Play Lab.
• Prepare materials for lab sessions.
• Organize student paperwork and manage inventory.
• Coordinate agency partnerships.

Skills

Organized

Proactive

Collaborative

Communication skills

Technical skills in scheduling

Inventory management

Event coordination

Education

2-year post-secondary diploma in a relevant field

Job description

Lab Assistant – Early Childhood Educator

Northern College is seeking a Lab Assistant – Early Childhood Educator in our Community Services department. The successful candidate will be organized, proactive, and collaborative, with strong communication skills and experience in early childhood education environments. Technical skills in scheduling, inventory management, and event coordination are considered assets.

At Northern College, we’re committed to the ongoing success and development of everyone who passes through our learning spaces, whether they be our students, employees or community members. We believe in investing in those who invest in us, constantly working to build a collaborative and friendly working environment while offering top tier benefits and generous pension packages to our eligible full‑time employees with purposeful, rewarding work, supportive supervisors and positive, engaged work teams.

Reporting to the Dean, Business and Community Services, the successful candidate will provide support to the Early Childhood Education program by coordinating and maintaining the ECE Play Lab, fostering community partnerships, and facilitating student learning experiences.

What You Will Be Doing

• Oversee day‑to‑day operations of the ECE Play Lab, ensuring a clean, safe, and developmentally appropriate learning environment.
• Prepare toys, materials, and learning invitations for each lab session.
• Organize student paperwork, name tags, and assignment materials.
• Manage inventory and purchase snacks and supplies as needed.
• Coordinate agency partnerships with childcare centers, schools, and community organizations.
• Develop and maintain agency visit schedules and student participation plans.
• Update and distribute Lab Partnership Agreements with clear expectations.
• Plan and facilitate special events such as ECE Appreciation Day and National Child’s Day.
• Support faculty and students to ensure consistent, high‑quality lab experiences.

A detailed job description is available from the Human Resource Services department.

What You Will Need To Be Considered

• 2‑year post‑secondary diploma, or equivalent in a related/relevant field of study.
• 3‑years of practical experience.

What Northern Has To Offer

• Defined benefit pension plan.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Wellness programs.
• Employee Assistance Program.

The incumbent may be required to provide a criminal record check.

As part of Northern College’s action on reconciliation, the College recognizes its responsibility to make a difference through increasing the number of Indigenous employees who work in the academic field. We encourage applicants who identify as Indigenous to apply.

Northern College is committed to an inclusive, barrier‑free selection process. To request reasonable accommodation at any time during the selection process, please contact the Human Resource Services department. Information received relating to accommodation needs of applicants will be addressed confidentially.

Northern College values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer.

We thank all applicants for their interest in Northern College; only those to be interviewed will be contacted. Applications received after the close date will not be considered.

To apply, submit your covering letter and resume online at www.northerncollege.ca/careers/