Assistant Educator - Casual Supply

Upper Canada Child Care•Barrie, ON

14h•CA$21 - CA$24•Onsite

About The Position

Upper Canada Child Care is seeking Assistant Educators for casual supply positions at their locations in Barrie: Codrington PS, East Oro PS, Guthrie PS & Portage View PS. These roles are to fill new vacancies and offer new pay rates starting June 2026. The pay range is $20.60 - $23.54/hour, with additional enhancements for Wage Enhancement Grant and Split Shift Premium. Candidates must be available for split shifts in before and after school programs and commit to a minimum of 5 assigned shifts per month. Upper Canada Child Care, a non-profit licensed provider since 1983, operates over 85 centers and offers various programs including full-day, before/after school, summer camps, and forest school. They are guided by values of support, trust, safety, respect, and professionalism, prioritizing play-based learning and outdoor exploration. The organization invests in quality program delivery and provides specialized supports and training, adhering to the Ministry of Education's licensed program foundations. The goal is to put "a smile on each child’s face…every day."

Requirements

A recent Vulnerable Sector Check
Health assessment and record of immunization, as outlined by legislation.
Up-to-date certification in CPR-C and Standard First Aid (training provided upon selection if required).
Basic knowledge of the developmental needs of children and demonstrated ability to apply this knowledge.
Uses initiative; applies sound reason in solving problems and resolves conflict in a calm, professional manner.
Proven ability to communicate (written and verbal) effectively and establish appropriate relationships with families, coworkers and other professionals.
Have the physical and emotional stamina to effectively supervise children in a variety of settings including outdoor public spaces.
Ability to use computer systems and programs; including Dayforce, and Storypark.
Moderate level of physical effort is regularly required; including but not limited to kneeling, pushing, pulling, bending, and carrying.

Nice To Haves

Experience with inquiry/play based program design and implementation, and with the use of pedagogical documentation an asset.

Responsibilities

Applies current legislative expectations to support a program that is consistent with Ministry of Education requirements and in accordance with Upper Canada Child Care’s program statement.
Participates in professional development opportunities, staff meetings and training sessions as required.
Engages with the children and provides a positive learning experience. Provides a range of care including assisting with meals/snacks, toileting, diapering, dressing, etc.
Fosters the engagement of and ongoing communication with parents about the program and their children.
Completes program charts, daily logs, reports, and other administration tasks as required.
Uses Storypark for pedagogical documentation as a guide for program development.
Effectively collaborates and communicates with other team members, school personnel, and outside agencies to help support the needs of all children.
Provides guidance to students and volunteers as needed.
Identifies children in need of additional support. Guides parents through the process of accessing resources. Helps design and implement individual support plans as required.