EarlyON Casual Positions

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Position Overview

Under the direction of the Manager of Early Learning Services, the EarlyON Centre is seeking casual employees. The casual staff will be responsible for the daily operations of the drop-in resource program for children from 0 to 6 years of age and their parents or caregivers.

Responsibilities

• To assist the Supervisor with the daily operations of the program: opening, activity set-up, interaction with children and families, circle time, snack, housekeeping duties, closing.
• To work in collaboration with the school staff, and as directed by the Supervisor, to provide a high quality, play-based, developmentally appropriate program that reflects the needs of the community.
• To facilitate parenting education that promotes a positive home/school partnership.

Required Qualifications, Experience, Knowledge and Skills:

• A diploma in E.C.E./equivalent.
• Registration with the College of ECE (in good standing).
• Two years experience in the field, including experience in adult education/support, or community outreach is preferred.
• Lifesaver First Aid and CPR Certification for infant/child/adult (every 3 years for FA and annually for CPR).
• A clear police check (dated within 6 months of hire).

The hourly rate of pay is $24.03 (subject to change as rate is currently being evaluated).

Application Process

Applicants are required to apply through ApplytoEducation (ATE). Please note that a pastoral reference letter is not required.

Questions regarding the application process can be directed to [email protected]

Interviews:

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. If selected for an interview, you will receive an email including the interview date/time, location and process details.

You will be required to provide a negative Original Police Record Check for the Vulnerable Sector dated within the last 6 months if successful in the hiring process.

AI may be utilized throughout the selection and recruitment process.

Pursuant to the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, (AODA), if you require accommodations at any time throughout the application process, please contact the Human Resources Department via email at [email protected] prior to the posting closing date so that appropriate arrangements can be made.