Contract Early Childhood Assistant (ECA)

BrightPath Early Learning & Child Care • Mississauga, ON

4d • CA$18 - CA$18 • Hybrid

About The Position

Build your career in the early childhood education field and become a valued member of our team at BrightPath Kids! As a proud member of the Busy Bees global childcare community, we offer exceptional opportunities for your career to thrive. Join our diverse community of over 5,000 dedicated employees, and experience competitive pay and benefits, including a childcare discount. With our rapid growth, now is the perfect time to apply and shape an extraordinary future with us. Unleash your potential and join BrightPath! As an Early Childhood Assistant, you will work side-by-side with teachers and families to provide a home away from home for children in our care.

Requirements

• High School/Equivalent required, Early Childhood Assistant Certification preferred
• Must meet province requirement for childcare employment
• Current Standard First Aid and infant child CPR
• Current immunization and health assessment as per the local Minister of Health Requirements
• Experience in planning and implementing programs.

Nice To Haves

• 1 year of experience working in the childcare field or in a position with children who have diverse learned or developmental delays preferred

Responsibilities

• Assisting RECE’s with instruction in the classroom.
• Maintaining an environment that protects the well-being of children.
• Interacting with children to encourage their involvement in activities.
• Establishing collaborative relationships with co-workers, management, and families.
• Attending staff meetings and professional development opportunities as necessary.
• Working to maintain cleanliness and organization of classroom materials.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Candidates are accountable for own transportation. This position will be between two locations. Matheson East and Milverton. One centre in the morning and second centre in the afternoon.

Benefits

• 40% child care discount to ALL Full-time employees & 10% to Part-time
• Opportunities for professional development
• Retirement plan (RRSP) which offers a company match for Full-time staff
• 6 days of sick time per calendar year for Full-time and Part-time staff
• 10 paid statutory holidays off for Full-time staff
• Paid for at least 10 vacation days per calendar year for Full-time staff
• Health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance and life insurance for Full-time staff

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED