598 - Tony Pontes Cc / Sa / Edp - Assistant Teacher

Put your training, experience, and passion for quality Child Care and Early Learning to work at Family Day.

Start Date: July 28,

End Date: December 31,

About Family Day:

Family Day Care Services is a non-profit, charitable organization with a long history of providing high-quality early learning and child care services to children and families throughout Toronto, York, and Peel Regions.

We are a multi-service organization with over [number] employees, offering a broad range of services including: 29 Child Care Centres, 49 Before and After Care programs, Licensed Home Child Cares, 9 EarlyON programs, 2 Homework Plus programs, and Special Needs Resourcing for children and families in the Greater Toronto Area.

Reasons to Work with Family Day:

• Competitive compensation
• Generous vacation, sick leave, and medical appointments
• Discounted GoodLife memberships
• Potential for career growth
• Employee referral bonus
• A positive and diverse work environment

Job Purpose:

The Assistant Teacher collaborates with E.C.E. Teacher(s) to provide and support an Early Learning and Development Program for children aged 0-12 years, in accordance with the Child Care and Early Years Act (CCEYA), municipal guidelines, and Family Day policies.

Job Duties:

• Support implementation of the HighScope educational approach and The Hanen Learning Language and Loving It Program
• Assist E.C.E. in creating program plans reflecting children's interests and cultural needs
• Participate in planning and evaluation activities
• Assist in observing and assessing children's progress and behavior
• Help develop Individual Program Plans for children with special needs
• Demonstrate empathy, sensitivity, and support to families
• Practice respectful communication with children, parents, colleagues, and volunteers
• Support children experiencing difficulties, helping them understand and manage their feelings
• Ensure activity areas are well-equipped and maintained
• Work within Ontario's Occupational Health and Safety standards
• Guide children in developing independent eating, dressing, and toileting habits
• Perform other duties as assigned

Education and Experience:

• Previous experience in child care or educational settings
• Knowledge of best practices in early learning and childcare
• Strong skills in leadership, communication, organization, assessment, teamwork, confidentiality, and creativity
• Awareness of diversity and social inclusion
• Medical requirements including TB testing (current within 6 months)
• Police Vulnerable Sector Check (current within 6 months)
• Standard First Aid and CPR Level C certification
• Availability to work Monday to Friday, 7 am - 6 pm

Diversity and Inclusion:

Family Day fosters a positive, inclusive workplace culture, reflecting the communities we serve. We encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds and those requiring accommodations to apply. This document is available in alternate formats upon request.

We are committed to providing a safe environment for children. All applicants will undergo background checks and a review process. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code, we will provide reasonable accommodations upon request.

If you need accommodations due to a disability or medical need, please contact Human Resources.

We are Hiring!

If you are passionate, creative, and dedicated, we would love to hear from you.