Part-Time Childcare Worker (Sessional 2 Positions Available) Job Id: Berg88

Employment Type: Part Time, Sessional

Work Hours: Up to 16 hours per week (flexible hours within the hours of 7a.m. to 6p.m. Monday to Friday)

Hourly rate: $23.20 per hour (L2)

Location: 66 Bergamot Avenue, Toronto, ON, M9W 1V9

Application Deadline: Monday, May 15, 2023

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YWCA Toronto strives to uphold anti-discrimination practices and anti-oppression principles to ensure that the rights of all individuals are respected and protected. We work to promote a climate that is welcoming of all women and individuals who identify as Trans, intersex, non-binary, agender, and/or Two-Spirit. We encourage applications from women and gender diverse people from all races, ethnic origins, religions, abilities and sexual orientations.

The Part-Time Childcare Worker (Sessional) is responsible for assisting in the implementation of the Child Care Program in accordance with the goals of the department and the overall Association.

About Bergamot Early Learning Centre

YWCA Bergamot is a 68 unit apartment building with an Early Learning Centre in North Etobicoke for single women and women-led families in need of permanent, affordable, supportive housing. The Bergamot ELC is a center of excellence for early childhood development and licensed for 62 children ages 0 to 4. YWCA Bergamot demonstrates YWCA Toronto’s commitment to creating quality, affordable housing in which women and their children realize their dreams and move forward in their lives.

Key Responsibilities

• Follows age-appropriate daily routines for the children in accordance with the philosophy and Program Statement of the Early Learning Centre;
• Works as part of a team with program staff and volunteers to provide an integrated program that enhances the social, emotional, physical and cognitive development of children;
• Works with the children in a group while maintaining sensitivity to each child’s individual needs;
• Supports the implementation of a program geared to the needs of the children with concerns for their interests, special needs, strengths and pace of learning;
• Ensures appropriate notification of child abuse as required by the Child and Family Services Act in accordance with YWCA Toronto policies and procedures;
• Ensures that the Health and Safety Guidelines are followed in accordance with the policies and procedures of the funders, Bergamot and the YWCA ;
• Records and submits weekly statistical records, as required.

QUALIFICATION

• Skills and flexibility to work with various age groupings from 0 to 4 years;
• An Early Childhood Education Assistant Certificate or recognized equivalent required (Cases for Equivalency will be considered);
• Early Childhood Education diploma an asset;
• 1-3 years’ experience working with children 0-4;
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills;
• Experience working within a multicultural environment;
• Knowledge of early childhood development, theory and practice an asset;
• Second language an asset.
• Standard First Aid and Infant Child CPR (Level C)

Vaccination Policy: In accordance with YWCA Toronto’s COVID-19 Vaccination Policy, all YWCA Toronto employees, students and volunteers are strongly encouraged to obtain all COVID-19 vaccinations and booster doses as recommended by Toronto Public Health.

How To Apply

Please submit your cover letter and résumé to Karen Hipson, Manager of Bergamot Early Learning Centre at [email protected].Please quote JOB ID number BERG880 and your name in the subject line.

Please note: A vulnerable sector police reference check is required by the successful candidate prior to hiring. YWCA Toronto is a unionized workplace. Staff are represented by CUPE Local 2189. These positions are not within the Bargaining Unit.

YWCA Toronto promotes the principles of anti-oppression and adheres to the tenets of the Ontario Human Rights Code. We encourage applications from women and gender diverse people of all races, ethnic origins, religions, abilities and sexual orientations.

YWCA Toronto provides accommodation during all parts of the hiring process, upon request, to applicants with disabilities. If contacted, please advise us if you require any accommodation. While we thank all candidates for their interest, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

YWCA Toronto is a Scent-Sensitive Workplace.

About YWCA Toronto

YWCA Toronto is dedicated to improving the lives of women, girls and gender diverse people. We help women and girls flee violence, secure housing, find jobs, establish their voices, enhance skills and develop confidence. We offer a range of housing options, employment and training programs, community support programs, girls' programs and family programs; we also engage in systemic advocacy. As part of a national and international movement, the YWCA is a turning point in the lives of 25 million women and girls world wide. We welcome women of all faiths, sexual orientations, races, cultural affiliations and creeds. YWCA Toronto is funded by the United Way Toronto & York Region, the City of Toronto, the Province of Ontario, the Government of Canada, as well as many corporate sponsors, foundations and individual donors.