Job Description

Permanent Full -Time Unionized

Andrew Fleck Children's Services is hiring an ECE Assistant! In this role you will assist the Early Childhood Educators (RECE) in providing a nurturing, developmentally appropriate, healthy, and safe environment to meet the needs of children in the group setting.

Available from: October 27th, 2025

Salary: $23.65 to $26.85 per hour

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, 7.5 hours per day, Shifts between 7:15 am and 5:30 pm

Location: First Avenue Public School, 73 First Ave, Ottawa, ON

Closing date: October 10th, 2025

What Andrew Fleck Children's Services offers...

Competitive salary above market rate Comprehensive benefits package including 4 weeks of vacation, Health and Dental plan, Employer matching RRSP program at 6% of salary 18 days of sick leave per year and 9 days of special leave, including 2 personal days A unique culture that fosters leadership, responsiveness, communication, and teamwork A place where your opinions will be respected, and your contributions valued A chance to grow - personally and professionally - through workshops, mentorship programs and courses, to upgrade skills, and develop new areas of expertise Participate in career development opportunities for a variety of different position types available within the AFCS organization A strong commitment to equity and diversity in the workplace and community
In this role you will...

Meet children's needs for continuance of care, routines and education in the absence of a regular caregiver Implement program plans daily Observe children's behaviours and levels of participation Attend to physical needs of children Assist in maintaining a healthy and safe environment Ensure positive communication with parents
To qualify for this role you have...

Previous experience assisting in early learning and care environments or working directly with children Clear Police Record Check (Vulnerable sector) completed in the last 6 months Current Standard First Aid and CPR certification Demonstrate understanding of a licensed group care environment Proven ability to work closely with other team members Sensitivity and respect for individual and cultural differences Adequate energy and ability to meet the physical demands of the job Early Childhood Education diploma or degree from a recognized college or university or other equivalent education (would be an asset) An additional language (would be an asset)
We are an equal opportunity employer. We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Should the applicant require any accommodations during the application process please notify Human Resources.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $23.65-$26.85 per hour

Expected hours: 37.5 per week

Benefits:

Casual dress Dental care Disability insurance Employee assistance program Extended health care Life insurance Paid time off RRSP match Vision care
Experience:

Early childhood education: 2 years (required)
Work Location: In person