Early Childhood Assistant - ECA at The Salvation… · Brampton

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Incumbent will perform all, some or similar range of duties as below:

Child Development and Care:

• Support the RECE and other ECA staff in facilitating the development and behavior of children.
• Support implementation and evaluation of the age-appropriate programs.
• Use a variety of observation and documentation techniques.
• Facilitate cognitive, language, social, emotional, creative, and physical development of children and acceptance of diversity.
• Support the holistic development of all children.
• Build meaningful relationships with the children.
• Identify and expand upon learning opportunities (teachable moments).
• Identify and support child’s individual learning and development. 
• Identify and support diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Meet health, welfare and safety needs.
• Implement preventative health and safety measures. 
• Follow safe travelling and off-site practices while providing adequate supervision during these times.
• Follow safe toileting and diapering procedures.
• Provide first-aid/CPR.
• Protect children from physical and emotional harm.
• Implement emergency and evacuation plan in collaboration with the RECE. 
• Identify and report suspected cases of child abuse and neglect. 
• Promote a healthy lifestyle and actively supervise children.
• Meet nutritional needs.
• Accommodate for special nutritional requirements.
• Model and teach proper table manners.
• Establish with colleagues an environment to foster positive behavior in the program. 
• Guide and observe children. Implement positive behavior guidance.
• Facilitate appropriate language, conflict resolution, empathy, problem-solving and coping skills. 
• Use and promote active listening skills. 
• Adhere to all requirements set out by Local Public Health and CCEYA Act. 

Equipment & Facilities:

• Develop and maintain a safe environment.
• Check for physical hazards and report hazards to the RECE, Supervisor or Assistant Supervisor.
• Maintain and implement safety standards and protocols. 
• Use developmentally appropriate equipment. 
• Operate and maintain facilities.
• Maintain equipment, materials and furnishings.
• Maintain indoor and outdoor physical environment.
• Monitor cleanliness and sanitation of all areas used by children as per policy and guidelines.

Family and Community Relations:

• Build and maintain meaningful relationships with families.
• Orient families to the program. 
• Provide family resources.
• Raise awareness of community events.
• Advocate for children and families.
• Provide an inclusive environment.
• Collaborate with parents to identify strengths, needs and interests of the child.

Record Keeping

• Complete child’s daily log on CRAFTS for parents and daily program log/record in classroom daily/weekly/monthly.
• Attendance at parent meetings, staff meetings and other job-related activities which may be after hours.
• Fulfill all other related duties as assigned.

CRITICAL RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT:

Governance Boards and Councils: None.

Internal: Staff members, volunteers, children in the program.

External: Parents and guardians of the children, regulatory agencies, Ministry of Education, Public Health and any other relevant agencies.

MANAGERIAL RESPONSIBILITY:

•     Reports directly to the Childcare Center Supervisor

•     Direct reports: none.

FINANCIAL AND MATERIALS MANAGEMENT:

• Minor level of material responsibilities (proper use and safekeeping of toys, equipment, etc.).
• Uses or maintains organization assets in accordance with established guidelines.
• Does not process any financial transactions.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• The performance of the job requires frequently lifting/moving equipment and children, room set-up, moderate amount of teaching, etc.
• Use of the tablet or iPad for parent communication
• Possibility of intervening in physical confrontations
• Cleaning the facility and putting up wall displays.
• The incumbent is required to lift up to 30 pounds with no assistance from others.
• Exposure to communicable diseases and bodily fluids.
• Verbal Abuse
• Tantrums
• Noise
• The incumbent may have little to no travel required.

The above responsibilities must be discharged in accordance with The Salvation Army’s Mission Statement, in a professional manner, upholding our code of conduct.

Education, Qualifications and Certifications:

• 18 years of age or older (Canada Summer Job age requirement: between the ages of 18-30 years of age).
• Excellent Oral & written communication skills required to work with children, parents and other staff.
• Criminal Reference Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening completed.
• Updated Medical completed.
• Standard First Aid & Level C CPR.
• Complete all on-line Salvation Army courses.
• Food Handlers Certificate is an asset.
• Valid Driver’s License and access to a vehicle is an asset (travel to multiple locations).
• Alternative combinations of education and experience may be considered.

 Experience and Skilled Knowledge Requirements

• One year of related experience.
• Knowledge and experience in implementing programs and completing evaluations related to programming.

Skills and Capabilities

• Willingness to develop an understanding and support for the mission and purpose of The Salvation Army in Canada and its implications as related to position responsibilities.
• Work in compliance with OH&S Act and Regulations and abide by The Salvation Army’s health and safety policies and procedures.
• Ability to provide an original copy of a Background Check that is satisfactory to The Salvation Army, in its sole discretion, is required, including Child Check (if appropriate).
• Review of Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector is required processed within 6 months of hire.
• Clearance through internal Salvation Army child abuse registry.
• The Salvation Army Armatus abuse training and online health and safety trainings must be completed immediately upon hiring.
• Ability to put children at ease and create a warm and friendly environment in which a child can develop fully.
• Ability to communicate in a kind, peaceful manner.
• Ability to stay calm and patient.
• Ability to work with a minimum of supervision.
• Ability to conduct self professionally and follow policies and procedures and use code of ethics to guide practice.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.  
• Maintain a work/life balance.
• Engage in on-going self-assessment.
• Maintain physical health and mental well-being.
• Participate in professional development *minimum of 8 hours per year.