Teaching Assistant Jobs in Canada Ontario

Upper Canada Child Care has over 30 years of experience in child care and education. We are a non-profit, government-licensed organization operating centers in communities throughout Toronto, York Region, and Simcoe County. Upper Canada Child Care is committed to providing quality programs that are guided by our organizational values of support, trust, safety, respect, and professionalism. We believe that we set the stage for our children’s success when we foster the foundations of belonging, well-being, engagement, and expression in our programs.

As a large and growing organization, we have the ability to offer competitive compensation and rewards, including regular pay increases, wage enhancement grants, paid personal days, medical and dental benefits, split shift premium pay, paid training and development, involvement in charity initiatives, long term service awards, child care discounts, and the opportunity to advance and move throughout the organization. Upper Canada Child Care has recently expanded to include a forest school, allowing our educators to gain valuable knowledge and experience in this exciting area of child development and education.

To ensure operational and curriculum requirements are met in compliance with all Ministry and organizational guidelines. To ensure the delivery of a developmentally appropriate, play-based program by applying specialized skills and knowledge related to early childhood education. To effectively collaborate and communicate with other employees, families, and outside agencies in an effort to properly support the needs of individual children.

• A recent Police Vulnerable Sector Check
• Health assessment and up-to-date record of immunization as outlined by legislation.
• Up-to-date certification in CPR-C and Standard First Aid (training provided upon selection if required).
• Knowledge of the developmental needs of children and demonstrated ability to apply this knowledge.
• Experience with program design and implementation, preferably play/inquiry based with the use of pedagogical documentation.
• Ability to communicate effectively and establish appropriate relationships with families, caregivers, and other professionals.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure and maintain a professional disposition.
• Have the physical and emotional stamina to supervise children in a variety of settings including outdoor public spaces.