early childhood assistant

Posted on June 03, 2025 by Employer details Muskoka Lakes Preschool

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*Job description* *JOB TITLE : EARLY CHILDHOOD ASSISTANT* *REPORTS TO : SUPERVISOR * Muskoka Lakes Preschool is a licensed nonprofit childcare centre that has been providing childcare in the Muskoka community since 1987. Hours of operation are from 7:30am-5:30pm. We have programs for children aged 15 months to 12 years old We are located in Glen Orchard Public School, near Port Carling and Bala, in Muskoka. *JOB SUMMARY* Early Childhood Assistants work under the direction and guidance of the Supervisor to fill in and support employees of Muskoka Lakes Preschool in delivering age-appropriate programs to enhance the cognitive, physical, social, and emotional development according to Muskoka Lakes Preschool?s program statement. *SUPERVISORY RESPOSIBILITY & LEVEL OF AUTHORITY* · Assists staff in providing a high-quality program in the classroom · Assists staff in supervising and ensuring the safety of the children in the classroom · Responsible for adhering to the policies and procedures of Muskoka Lakes Preschool while working in the organization *POSITION SUMMARY:* · Assists in providing a physically safe and emotionally supportive environment showing sensitivity to the individual needs of children in all aspects of development. · Works closely with other program staff, in implementing the daily program · Along with staff, supervises children, ensuring a safe environment · Maintains positive relationships with colleagues and children. · Participating with other tasks as required *EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:* · High school diploma required Experience in childcare education and field an asset *EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:* · Current successful Criminal Reference Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening · Valid First Aid training and Level ?C? CPR · Up-to-date immunizations Job Type: Full Time Starting Salary: $21.00 per hour Job Type: Casual Pay: $21.00 per hour Schedule: * Monday to Friday Experience: * Childcare: 1 year (preferred) Work Location: In person