Teacher [Assistant] in Toronto, Ontario at MACAULAY CENTRES FOR CHILDREN

Helping kids, families and communities thrive since 1932.
www.macaulaycentres.org

HOURS OF WORK: 5 hours on Instructional Days/7 hours on Non-Instructional days

NUMBER OF POSITIONS: 1

VACANCY: New

START DATE: September 4, 2026 - September 3, 2027

REPORTS TO: Supervisor, Warren Park Child Care Centre

POSITION SUMMARY:

Delivers high quality and developmentally appropriate programs for children to facilitate their physical, social, emotional and cognitive growth. Implements programs and activities that facilitate inclusion and integration of children with special needs. Supports a team environment in the classroom and the Centre. This position is currently based at Warren Park Child Care Centre (135 Varsity Road, York ON, M6S 4P4).

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Supervise children to protect their safety and personal well-being at all times while in care. Make sure equipment and physical environment is maintained free of safety or health hazards.Assist with planning, executing and evaluating daily programming using the curriculum and approach approved by the agency to promote children’s optimal emotional, cognitive and physical development.Encourage active learning to build self-esteem in an inclusive and respectful environment. Facilitate planned and spontaneous experiences.Observe children’s strengths, areas of challenge, emerging skills and interests.Collaborate with the team to implement inclusive program plans.Record observation to support early identification of a child’s individual needsDemonstrate positive adult/child interaction, use effective and appropriate communication with children, promote children’s independence and problem-solving skills, build children’s confidence, assist children with understanding and dealing with the consequences of their behaviour and model mutual respect and kindnessCommunicate sensitively and appropriately with parents/families. Provide meaningful feedback and information regarding their child’s learning and development, emerging skills and interests and the purpose of activitiesParticipate in classroom set-up including play areasWork with the team to effectively manage children’s medication schedule and allergiesDrop off and or pick up children from buses outside Centre (if applicable/if required)Serve and clean up lunches, prepare snacks, maintain a clean, organized and sanitary kitchen, and perform housekeeping duties as assigned/as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Must be a graduate of an Early Childhood Assistant program or equivalent with experience working with families and children, including children with special needs.Member in good standing with the College of Early Childhood Educators (if applicable)Working knowledge of ELECT, Play Based curriculum and program planning based on an inclusion model respectful of all children’s abilitiesGood written and verbal communication skills and excellent listening skillsComputer literacy required together with proficiency using Microsoft Office Suite, Internet and emailDemonstrated ability to build and maintain effective work partnerships with parents/families, colleagues and service providers of diverse backgrounds, abilities and identitiesAbility to communicate effectively in more than one language a definite assetAcceptable Vulnerable Police Record CheckCurrent Standard First Aid certification and appropriate medical and immunization record.

SALARY: Teacher [Assistant] Salary Scale (starting $26.46/hour [$48,160-$49,154 per annum (prorated)]) with Competitive Benefits Package (health & dental) and paid time off entitlements (including vacation days & float days).

DATE POSTED: August 7, 2026

Macaulay Centres for Children values the diversity of people and communities and is committed to excellence and inclusion. We welcome qualified individuals who contribute to the diversity of our staff group.

Macaulay Centres for Children offers accommodation for applicants with disabilities in its recruitment process. If you are contacted by the agency regarding a career opportunity, please advise if you require accommodation.

We thank all applicants for their interest in our organization, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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Macaulay Centres for Children is committed to service and employment equity.