Temporary · Full -Time · Unionized
Andrew Fleck Children’s Services is looking to hire an Early Childhood Educator Assistant (ECE Assistant). In this role you
will assist the Registered Early Childhood Educators (RECE) in providing a nurturing, developmentally appropriate, healthy
and safe environment to meet the needs of children in the group setting.
Available from: September 8th, 2026 to December 10th, 2027
Salary: $23.89 to $27.12 per hour, (Annual- $46,585.50 to $52,884.00)
Compensation Includes: 3 weeks of annual vacation, Benefits Plan, Paid sick leave, 2 personal days, Special leave
Hours: 37.5 hours per week, 7.5 hours per day, Shifts between 7:15 am to 5:30 pm
Location: Tunney’s Child Care Centre, 150 Parkdale St., Ottawa, ON
Closing date: August 27th, 2026
What Andrew Fleck Children’s Services offers…
- Competitive salary above market rate
- Comprehensive benefits package including 3 weeks of annual vacation & Benefits plan through Canada Life
- 10 days of sick leave per year and 9 days of special leave, including 2 personal days
- A unique culture that fosters leadership, responsiveness, communication, and teamwork
- A place where your opinions will be respected, and your contributions valued
- A chance to grow – personally and professionally – through workshops, mentorship programs and courses, to upgrade skills, and develop new areas of expertise
- Participate in career development opportunities for a variety of different position types available within the AFCS organization
- A strong commitment to equity and diversity in the workplace and community
In this role you will…
- Meet children’s needs for continuance of care, routines and education in the absence of a regular caregiver
- Implement program plans daily
- Observe children’s behaviours and levels of participation
- Attend to physical needs of children
- Assist in maintaining a healthy and safe environment
- Ensure positive communication with parents
To qualify for this role you have…
- Previous experience assisting in early learning and care environments or working directly with children
- Clear Police Record Check (Vulnerable sector) completed in the last 6 months
- Current Standard First Aid and CPR certification
- Demonstrate understanding of a licensed group care environment
- Proven ability to work closely with other team members
- Sensitivity and respect for individual and cultural differences
- Adequate energy and ability to meet the physical demands of the job
- Early Childhood Education diploma or degree from a recognized college or university or other equivalent education (would be an asset)
- An additional language (would be an asset)
We are an equal opportunity employer. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Should the applicant require any accommodations during the application process please notify Human Resources.
Pay: $23.89-$27.12 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Employee assistance program
- Paid time off
Experience:
- working directly with children : 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Clear Police Record Check completed within 6 months (required)
- Current Standard First Aid and CPR certification (required)
- Early Childhood Education diploma or degree or equivalent (preferred)
Work Location: In person
