Early Childhood Assistant, Canada Summer Jobs

Title: Early Childhood Assistant

Reports to: Manager, Family and Community Health

Position Type: Canada Summer Jobs Contract ( 9 weeks, 30 hours/week)

Salary: $19.00 per hour

Vacancy Status: New Vacancy

Location: Kingston

Start Date: June 29,2026

Position Summary

The Early Childhood Assistant is responsible for assisting the RECE’s in the delivery of a high quality program support aimed at improving the developmental readiness of children in KCHC early years programs. All programming is to be delivered within the context of the Provincial Pedagogical Framework, including How Does Learning Happen? Ontario’s Pedagogy for the Early Years, and in accordance with the College of Early Childhood Educators Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice. This position is funded by the Canada Summer Jobs Program and must meet the programs hiring criteria - Plan your summer job - Canada.ca

Key Responsibilities 

Programming

Assist with planning and implement a developmentally appropriate curriculum including self-regulation and resiliency building activities for child.

Assist the RECE’s with assessment of children’s social, physical, emotional, cognitive and language learning needs and plan activities to address those needs in both group and individual settings.

Assist with the provision of an inclusive environment with specific planning for children with varying degrees of development.

Assist with the creation of an optimal learning environment by fostering the elect foundations of learning.

Family Support

Assist with the provision of health promotion and child development information on a variety of topics including self-regulation, child development, behaviour and nutrition.

Assist with identifying children who may have developmental challenges

Keep team members informed of children’s progress and maintain records

Administration

Assist with maintaining a stimulating, safe and hygienic program rooms.

Maintain Childcare Act standards as per Ministry requirements as directed by supervisor

Organizational Responsibilities

Promote and demonstrates through understanding of the mission, values, and culture of KCHC.

Complies with all relevant legislation and KCHC policies, including privacy

Supports consistent application and development of KCHC policies and

Supports KCHC’s student and volunteer placement

Promotes awareness of and participation in KCHC

Demonstrated commitment to maintaining competence, continuous learning and quality improvement.

On occasion, performs other temporary duties may be required ie childminding, staff replacement

Basic Education and Experience Requirements

Experience working with children under the age of six

College diploma in Early Childhood Education an asset

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Willingness to learn the Pedagogical Framework

Strong understanding of the strengths and challenges of families, including parenting in communities facing barriers to health. A local understanding of these issues in Kingston strongly preferred.

Strong interpersonal skills, and a commitment to being a team player.

Proficiency in the use of computers and relevant software applications.

Ability to meet the physical demands of the position.

Skills with time management, organization, conflict resolution and multi-tasking.

Awareness of, an ability to support, provincial and federal privacy regulations.

Demonstrated commitment to continuous learning and quality improvement.

On occasion be available on short notice

Other Requirements

Valid driver’s license, valid insurance coverage and access to a vehicle as this position has several locations of work throughout

Ability to work outside normal business hours if Work during both regular and extended hours in locations identified by KCHC.

Current Standard First Aid and CPR-C certification or willing to obtain.

Up to date immunizations and TB test.

Current and satisfactory Criminal and Vulnerable Persons Check.

Obtain a Driver’s Abstrast

As a registered professional, to abide by and be accountable to the ethics and standards set out by the relevant regulatory body of the profession. All KCHC staff have a duty to understand and follow KCHC policies, uphold high ethical and professional standards, and maintain confidentiality and privacy, using tact and good judgment in all dealings with other staff and clients.

At Kingston Community Health Centres (KCHC), we understand that the work of Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, Indigeneity, and Accessibility (EDIIA) is ongoing. We are dedicated to being accountable, transparent, and responsive to the holistic needs of the communities we serve. We will continue to listen, learn, and take meaningful action to ensure that our policies, practices, and services create an environment where everyone, regardless of their identity or circumstances, can thrive.

We actively encourage individuals from all backgrounds, including but not limited to women, racialized groups, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and those who identify as members of the 2SLGBTQI+ communities, to apply to KCHC. Our commitment to EDIIA is a living practice, one that evolves as we grow and learn together. We pledge to contribute to building a system that is equitable, diverse, inclusive, accessible, and welcoming for all. 

KCHC is an equal opportunity employer, respecting and embracing the needs and diversity of our employees. If you require accommodation to fully participate in the hiring process, please notify Human Resources.

Kingston Community Health Centres, 263 Weller Ave. Kingston ON, K7K 2V4  www.KCHC.ca