SUPPLY RECE/ECA

68 Daisy Avenue, Toronto, Ontario, Canada, M8W 1S1
full-time . January 22, 2025
Description
Campus: Daisy Campus - 68 Daisy Ave, Etobicoke & Franklin Horner Campus - 432 Horner Ave, Etobicoke
Start date: As soon as possible
Hours of work per week: 30-40 hours
Position type: Full-time, non-union
Rate of pay: $23.50 per hour
Classroom assignment: Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, Kindergarten, and School Age
Number of positions: 2

THE ROLE

VMA is inviting applications for the full-time position of a Supply Registered Early Childhood Educator (RECE) or Early Childhood Assistant (ECA). The successful candidate will have experience with and be comfortable working with students of all age groups (Toddler-School Age). At VMA, our supply teachers are guaranteed a minimum of 30 hours per week, with most working 35-40 hours weekly. This means you will never have to wait by your phone to see if you will be scheduled Each supply teacher will report to an assigned shift each morning if they are not assigned a schedule that day.
New graduates from an ECE program are strongly encouraged to apply for this position. VMA will first look into the possibility of an internal hire when there is a new opening, thus, this position can likely lead to a full-time position as an Early Childhood Assistant or Registered Early Childhood Educator in a designated classroom.
Applicants must be fully available for any shifts from 7:30-6:00 pm Monday-Friday per week to be considered for this position. Preference will be given to applicants with a commute time under 45 minutes.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Ensure that all actions and activities meet the Child Care and Early Years Act (CCEYA) regulations and the City of Toronto’s Assessment for Quality Improvement (AQI)
• Collaborate with co-teachers on planning and implementing programs that are engaging, stimulating, and appropriate for the age group. The program must follow the Early Learning for Every Child Today (ELECT) framework and be based on the interests of the students. The program will need to meet the physical, cognitive, intellectual, social and emotional needs of the students.
• Create and maintain a learning environment where materials are purposeful and inspiring to students and free of clutter
• Document students’ activities and observations into their Lillio account on the classroom tablet.
• Collaborate with co-teachers to implement the Program and routine of the classroom. Responsible for ensuring all co-teachers consistently follow all requirements outlined in the AQI.
• Ensure availability for consultation with parents regarding students’ development. Communicate appropriate guidance, feedback, and instruction to parents through meetings, phone calls, and written communications.
• Advise the Site Supervisor of pertinent information concerning students and their families
• Advocate for the policies, procedures, and philosophy of VMA and support our mission, vision, and values
• Maintain a healthy and safe environment that meets the requirements set forth by Toronto Children’s Services, Ministry of Education, and VMA
• Assist students in washroom routines, dressing, and meal/snack activities
• Follow all health guidelines specified by Toronto Public Health
• Model positive adult/child relationships