Job Description

Early Childcare Assistant (Care for Newcomer Children Staff)

TNO - The Neighbourhood Organization (TNO) is a well-established community-based social and health service agency providing a wide range of programs and services supporting low-income and newcomer communities across Ontario and sometimes across different provinces through online services and referrals. TNO is a great place to work and we make a difference in the communities we serve. We are currently looking for one

Early Childcare Assistant

to join our team in

a contract full-time role

until

March 31, 2026.

You will succeed in this role if you have a two-year diploma in

Early Childhood Education

or Child development program,

a 2-year of experience working with children 9 months up to school age

, and meet the valid

Child Care Immunization Requirement

including First Aid and CPR certificates. You are an effective communicator in English. If you can speak a second language, it would be an asset. You are able to work as part of a team of childcare professionals, and you are able to use all MS Office applications. You will report to the Manager, Language and Skills Development, and you will be taking care of children while their parents are in class. You will ensure the safety of children in the care, and you will maintain, clean, and disinfects children's toys, furniture and shelving areas.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Ensures the safety of children in the care of CNC. Prepares and maintains the program area (e.g. creative arts centre, cognitive area, dramatic play area). Keeps attendance accurate. Participate in the fire drills and other health and safety procedures as required. Maintains, cleans and disinfects children's toys, furniture and shelving area. Maintains the cleanliness and hygiene of CNC spaces. Be responsive to diverse cultural heritages, values and individual experiences. Work with the CNC Lead Staff to provide a play based learning activities for children of all ages. Prepare children snacks based on Canada's Food Guide and participate in the set up and clean up. Support TNO outreach activities Jointly with service partners, conducts program promotion in community social landmarks Supports outreach activities with other TNO departments and services Actively participates in program's community development activities including advocacy, outreach and community engagement and empowerment activities Participates in and supports local community events

Vaccination Requirement

- You must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, subject to any valid medical or religious exemption from vaccination as provided by the Ontario Human Rights Code.

Screening

- As a condition of employment, the successful applicant must complete a Vulnerable Sector Screening.

Job Type:

Full-time contract position until March 31, 2026

Layoff Period

: Summer Break, March Break and Winter Break when classes are not in session

Location

: 45 Overlea Blvd Toronto, ON M4H 1C3

Schedule

: 8:30 - 4:00 p.m., Monday to Friday

Benefits:

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Social activities organized by the organization Public transportation nearby Personal Emergency Leaves

Application Process: Please submit your resume by email with "Application for CNC Staff" in the subject line to Recruitment@tno-toronto.org. We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

TNO is committed to employment equity initiatives. We encourage residents of Thorncliffe Park, Flemingdon Park, and surrounding communities, and people who are racialized, Indigenous, people from the 2SLGBTQI+ community, people with disabilities, and other equity-seeking groups to apply. TNO is an equal opportunity employer. Accommodation will be provided in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code. Please let us know if you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process. We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract

Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Application question(s):

Are you currently employed with, or volunteering at TNO? (Please answer with: Yes - Employed, Yes - Volunteer, No)
Licence/Certification:

ECE Licence (preferred)
Work Location: In person