Early Childhood Education Assistant, Casual (LINC)

Job Title: Early Childhood Education Assistant, Casual (LINC)

Status:  Casual, On-Call (Union position)

Wage: $23.73 - $27.19 (starting $23.73)

Grid: 6

Hours: On-Call

Schedule: On-Call

Start Date:  ASAP

Date Posted: June 20, 2025

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Please note that internal applicants must apply by June 29, 2025 Internal applications received after this date will not be considered as internal and seniority will not apply. Position will remain open until filled.

Opportunity:

On an on-call basis, the casual Early Childhood Education Assistant is primarily responsible for providing care for children from 0 to 6 years of age in the childcare programs during the absence of regular staff. The casual Early Childhood Educator Assistant/ Responsible Adult provides a caring and positive learning environment for children from 18 months to 6 years in the childcare programs. assisting with planning, preparing and delivering early childhood educational activities, in consultation with the Day Care Coordinator and/or the regular Early Childhood Educators. The Early Childhood Assistant/ Responsible adult supports the Early childhood Educators in planning and implementing age appropriate activities that foster learning and development. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Is alert and responsive to children’s needs at all times, fostering a caring and positive learning environment.
• Participates in planning for, and implements daily activities, and ensures that all activities are developmentally appropriate. Prepares materials and equipment for activities.
• Supports the Early childhood Educators in the classroom with the preparation of materials and program delivery. 
• Help create an engaging learning environment that encourages creativity, exploration and curiosity
• Maintains the cleanliness of equipment and supplies.
• Helps to maintain a clean and organized classroom environment.
• Guides children in activities; telling stories, teaching songs, leading discussions.
• Guides and assists children in the development of appropriate life skills and interactive behaviour. Helps children develop social skills, such as, sharing, cooperation and communication.
• Ensures the safety and hygiene wellbeing of all children while in the centre.
• Immediately reports instances of suspected child abuse to the Day Care Coordinator.
• Adheres to the Centre’s guidelines for discipline and managing behaviours appropriately.
• Adheres to DIVERSEcity Childcare Policy Manual and Procedures
• Adheres to the childcare Licensing regulation. 
• Maintains the cleanliness of equipment and supplies.
• Adheres to DIVERSEcity and personnel policies, procedures and practices.
• Any other duties as required.

Qualified Candidates will possess:

• Early Childhood Education Assistant/Responsible Adult Certificate, with a minimum of one years’ experience working with children aged 0 – 6 years in a childcare setting.
• Previous current and relevant experience in a childcare setting.
• Understanding and sensitivity to the needs of young children, and their parents/caregivers.
• Cross-cultural experience and knowledge of settlement issues.
• Standard first aid and CPR training required
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, oral and written

A Criminal Record Check is a requirement of employment.

Please note that we currently have staff on the recall list. If an applicant on the recall list applies to this vacancy, the provisions under Article 13.5 "Recall" of the Collective Agreement will apply and we will not consider internal applications from those with less seniority. 

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:

To apply, please upload your resume and cover letter as separate attachments.  Please note that only Word or PDF formats can be accepted.   As part of the application process, you will be prompted to complete a short questionnaire. Please ensure all questions are answered. 

To view all opportunities at DIVERSEcity visit www.dcrs.ca/work-with-us/.

Additional Information:

This position is based in our Surrey office is in-person services.  DIVERSEcity has implemented new safety procedures for in-office and in-person work, to view our safety plan, please visit https://www.dcrs.ca/news/diversecity-re-opening-plan/. Successful candidates will be provided with the training and equipment to safely carry out their duties, ensuring the best protection for our staff and clients.

DIVERSEcity is committed to employment equity and encourages applications from people of all gender identities and expressions, persons with disabilities, Indigenous peoples and visible minorities. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application and hiring process may contact our HR department at (recruitment@dcrs.ca). Any personal information provided will be maintained in confidence.

About DIVERSEcity

DIVERSEcity Community Resources Society is a registered charity devoted to helping newcomers. For 40 years we have focused on providing specialized services newcomers to find employment, learn English, find housing, deal with family challenges, work through mental health issues and access medical care. DIVERSEcity is a client-centred organization committed to quality and accountability. We value growth, respect, integrity and compassion. To learn more about DIVERSEcity visit us at www.dcrs.ca/.  

Looking for more information on the great benefits that we offer, please visit at dcrs.ca/joinourteam

We thank all applicants for their interest in this opportunity; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.