Disability Support jobs in London, ON

Company Overview

Whitehills Childcare Association is a non-profit organization committed to providing high-quality childcare services, including licensed child care centres, before- and after-school, and full-day school-age programs for children aged 3 months to 12 years in North-West London and surrounding Middlesex County. In addition, we are the lead agency of Family Centre Fox Hollow, where we work with community partners to deliver coordinated programs and services for children, families, and youth.

Whitehills believes in a child-led philosophy that allows children to direct their own learning experiences based on their interests, fostering independence, creativity, and critical thinking. If you are dedicated to making a difference in the lives of children and want to be part of our working family at Whitehills Childcare Association, we invite you to apply today! For more information about Whitehills Childcare Association, please visit our website at www.whitehillschildcare.ca

Summary

Permanent Positions:

We are seeking passionate and nurturing RECEs/Enrolled ECE Apprentices/Otherwise Qualified (Recreation and Leisure, Ontario Teacher Qualified, Child and Youth Worker) to join our before and after-school teams at multiple locations within our organization:

• Oxbow Public School located at 13624 Ilderton Rd. Ilderton, ON
• Wilfrid Jury Public School located at 950 Lawson Rd. London, ON
• Orchard Park Public School located at 50 Wychwood Park, London, ON
• Sir Arthur Currie Public School located at 2435 Buroak Dr., London, ON
• Parkview Public School located at 10008 Oxbow Drive, Komoka, ON
• East Williams Memorial Public School located at 4441 Queens Ave, Ailsa Craig, ON

**Non-ECEs and other relevant qualifications, with experience, may be considered for short-term contracts. Wages will vary for candidates depending on the individual's qualifications and experience. Benefits do not apply for short-term contracts.

Hours: 25 hours per week with the option to work in between hours in childcare when they are available.

Schedule: Monday to Friday, 7:15-9:15 a.m. and 3:00-6:00 p.m. (candidates must be able to work both morning and afternoon shifts Monday to Friday)

Responsibilities

• Provide attentive and compassionate care for children in a safe environment.
• Plan and implement age-appropriate educational activities that promote learning and development.
• Support children's social, emotional, and physical needs through engaging play and interaction.
• Communicate effectively with parents regarding their child's progress and well-being.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and stimulating classroom environment.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure the highest quality of care is provided.

Requirements

• RECE/Enrolled ECE Apprentice/Otherwise Qualified (Child and Youth, Ontario teacher qualified, Recreation and leisure)***these qualifications are preferred
• Experience in early childhood education.
• Strong caregiving skills with a focus on child development.
• Ability to create a positive learning atmosphere for children.
• Excellent communication skills for interacting with children, parents, and colleagues.
• Knowledge of working with children with disabilities is an asset.
• Most locations require a vehicle.

Please Note:

Whitehills Childcare Association welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the hiring/ selection process.

Whitehills Childcare Association verifies that RECEs are in good standing with the College of Early Childhood Educators and that no practice violations have occurred through the Ministry of Education.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent, Fixed term contract, Apprenticeship

Pay: $19.99-$25.86 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Paid time off
• RRSP match
• Vision care

Application question(s):

• Do you have a driving license and vehicle. Vehicle may be required
• Are you a RECE/Enrolled ECE Apprentice/Recreation and Leisure/Ontario Teacher Qualified/Child and Youth Worker/Non-ECE? Please indicate your qualifications.
• Please identify which location/s you are most interested.

Work Location: In person