Early Childhood Assistant/Kitchen Assistant - Permanent Full Time - 7 Hour/Day (E23-01-90)

The Macaulay Child Development Centre is a multi-service, child care and family support agency.

Established in 1932 as a non-profit, charitable organization, Macaulay promotes the optimal development of children in partnership with their family and community.

Macaulay programs share a common commitment to prevention, early intervention and inclusion of children with extra support needs.

Please explore our website to discover more about our programs - www.macaulaycentre.org

Teacher Assistant & Kitchen Assistant

Permanent Full Time

COMPETITION NUMBER: C/E 23-01-87

HOURS OF WORK: 7 Hours/Day (Kitchen Assistant – 10:30am-1:30pm/Early Childhood Assistant - 2:30pm-6:00pm)

START DATE/TERM: Immediately

REPORTS TO: Supervisor, Humberwood Child Care Centre

Position Summary

Delivers high quality and developmentally appropriate programs for children to facilitate their physical, social, emotional and cognitive growth. Implements programs and activities that facilitate inclusion and integration of children with special needs. Supports a team environment in the classroom and the Centre. Serve and clean up lunches, prepare afternoon snacks, maintain a clean, organized and sanitary kitchen, and perform household duties as assigned. Daily working schedule is KA – 10:30am-1:30pm/ECA 2:30pm-6:00pm). This position is currently based at the Humberwood Child Care Centre.

Responsibilities

• Communicate sensitively and appropriately with parents/families. Provide meaningful feedback and information regarding their child’s learning and development, emerging skills and interests and the purpose of activities
• Demonstrate positive adult/child interaction, use effective and appropriate communication with children, promote children’s independence and problem solving skills, build children’s confidence, assist children with understanding and dealing with the consequences of their behaviour and model mutual respect and kindness
• Maintain a clean, organized and sanitary kitchen in compliance with required public health and municipal standards
• Work in compliance with the CCEYA, the Toronto Operating Criteria, Toronto Public Health guidelines, Canada’s Food Guide, the Occupational Health & Safety Act, the Smoke Free Ontario Act and all other applicable regulations and laws
• Record observation to support early identification of a child’s individual needs
• Observe children’s strengths, areas of challenge, emerging skills and interests. Collaborate with the team to implement inclusive program plans.
• Serve food substitutions, consulting posted allergy lists, for children with allergies or dietary restrictions
• Work with the team to effectively manage children’s medication schedule and allergies
• Assist with planning, executing and evaluating daily programming using the curriculum and approach approved by the agency to promote children’s optimal emotional, cognitive and physical development. Encourage active learning to build self-esteem in an inclusive and respectful environment. Facilitate planned and spontaneous experiences
• Assist in the washing of laundry
• Serve lunches and prepare afternoon snacks following applicable procedures, guidelines, protocols and best practices
• Supervise children to protect their safety and personal well-being at all times while in care. Make sure equipment and physical environment is maintained free of safety or health hazards.
• Maintain current up-to-date knowledge of children’s allergies, including consulting posted allergy lists
• Participate in classroom set-up including play areas.

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate effectively in more than one language a definite asset
• WHMIS trained
• Food Handlers Certificate
• Working knowledge of ELECT, High Scope curriculum and program planning based on an inclusion model respectful of all children’s abilities
• Knowledge of proper use of kitchen equipment
• Must be a graduate of an Early Childhood Assistant program or equivalent with experience working with families and children, including children with special needs.
• Acceptable Vulnerable Police Record Check.
• Good written and verbal communication skills and excellent listening skills
• Member in good standing with the College of Early Childhood Educators (if applicable)
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain effective work partnerships with parents/families, colleagues and service providers of diverse backgrounds, abilities and identities
• Current Standard First Aid certification and appropriate medical and immunization record.
• Ability to do heavy lifting and bending
• Computer literacy required together with proficiency using Microsoft Office Suite, Internet and email

SALARY: Trained Assistant Salary Scale ($43,230- $44,121 per annum), Kitchen Assistant Hourly Rate ( $17.50) with Competitive Benefits Package (health & dental) and paid time off entitlements (starting at 20 vacation days & 3 float days).

THIS POSITION IS WITHIN THE CUPE LOCAL 2563 BARGAINING UNIT.

Interested candidate should apply through Macaulay Job Opportunities Page https://macaulaycentre.org/opportunities/job-opportunities/

Internal Application Period For Cupe Local 2563 Bargaining Unit

July 19, 2023 – July 25, 2023

• Please note internal applicants should use their Macaulay email to apply**

DATE POSTED: July 19 2023

The Macaulay Child Development Centre values the diversity of people and communities and is committed to excellence and inclusion. We welcome qualified individuals who contribute to the diversity of our staff group.

The Macaulay Child Development Centre offers accommodation for applicants with disabilities in its recruitment process. If you are contacted by the agency regarding a career opportunity, please advise if you require accommodation.

We thank all applicants for their interest in our organization, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

This document is available in alternate formats upon request.

The Macaulay Child Development Centre is committed to service and employment equity.

Additional Qualifications

Education

• Certificate, Early Childhood Education Diploma/Early Childhood Assistant is required