ECE Program Staff (2025-240-CCFS) - Jobs in Toronto, Ontario

Job Description

Competition #2025-240-CCFS ECE Program Staff (2025-240-CCFS)Employment Type:Permanent Full-time, Bargaining Unit (5 vacancies)Work Hours:35 hours/week (may include extended shifts and/or split shifts)Work Setting:Exclusively OnsiteSalary:External Rate:F7 - $50,162.63Internal Rate:F8 - $51,186.35Application Deadline:May 8, 2025 by 11:59 pmProgram Overview – Child Careamp; Family Services (Multiple Locations)The RECE staff is responsible for the care of children in group settings by working with other team members to plan, supervise and implement the daily program. This position is responsible for providing appropriate direction, encouragement and support to the children, their families, staff, students, and volunteers in addition to being flexible, resourceful, sensitive, and respectful of individual needs.What You Will Do

• Responsible for the guidance and care of children in groups and for assisting in the planning and implementing dailyprograms with a pedagogical approach consistent with the Ministry of Education’s policies, pedagogy and curriculumand the City of Toronto’s Quality Care Requirements.
• Responsible for abiding by the Unit and WoodGreen policies and other regulations as stated in the Child Care and EarlyYears Act, 2014 and City of Toronto’s AQI. This includes maintaining legal staff-to-child ratios and necessitates workingclosely with full-time staff.
• Responsible for setting reasonable limits according to the child #39;s developmental stage, and for giving appropriatedirection, encouragement, and support individually and in groups. This includes providing extra stimulation to helpdelayed children when necessary.
• Responsible for recognizing, dealing with, and defining unusual behaviour and, if unable to deal with behavioursuccessfully, reporting to the Manager or a full-time RECE staff member. May also include working with variousprofessional and resource persons as required to alleviate problems.
• Responsible for recording the daily attendance of the children, receiving medical information as required, especially incases of ongoing absenteeism, and reporting to the appropriate personnel.
• Responsible for the daily safety, health, and hygienic conditions of the children.
• Responsible for safely escorting children outside of the centre and ensuring that adequate supervision is provided on alloutings.
• Responsible for written daily reports on children, for completing written assessments and developmental checklists as required, and for informing parents on an on-going basis about children #39;s progress.
• Responsible for the upkeep of equipment and furnishings, for informing the Manager when replenishment is necessary, for sharing housekeeping responsibilities, and for assessing equipment needs and making recommendations regarding purchases.
• Responsible for reporting any signs of physical or mental abuse of any children in care to the proper authorities.
• Responsible for performing housekeeping duties which may include but are not limited to the following: sweeping, disinfecting washroom/diaper change facilities, cleaning and set-up of lunch tables, preparing and serving lunches, laundry, and other duties as designated.

What You Bring to the Team

• Early Childhood Education Diploma or equivalent.
• Current RECE (Registered Early Childhood Educator) Certification from CECE.
• Valid Standard First Aid/CPR-C.
• Experience in a licensed child care setting.
• Health assessment, including up-to-date immunization records and TB test required.

What Will Set You Apart

• Demonstrated understanding of Early Learning Framework.
• Ability to handle emergencies.
• Ability to work cooperatively with others and provide work direction as required.
• Ability to use professional judgment daily within established guidelines.
• Ability to accommodate competing demands.
• Ability to maintain neat and accurate records and prepare reports.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with children, parents, staff, teachers, and the public.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of all information related to children, parents and staff.
• Ability to speak a second language is considered an asset.
• Health assessment including up-to-date immunization records and TB test required.

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