About Our Centre
Gledhill Avenue Child Care Centre (GACCC) is a non-profit child care centre serving the East
York community since 1989. We are licensed for 166 children and operate:
- Full-day Preschool Program
- Kindergarten and School Age Before/After School Programs
- Full-day programs during summer and school breaks
Position Summary
We are seeking an Early Childhood Assistant (ECA) to join our team in a supply/casual capacity.
As a Supply ECA, you will be called in to cover short-term staffing needs, including absences,
vacations, and operational requirements, in accordance with the Collective Agreement.
You will be responsible for supporting the care, supervision, and safety of children aged 2.5 to 9
years in a licensed child care setting.
Job Status
Supply/Casual Part-time (Bargaining Unit Position) – CUPE Local 5213-04
Schedule: On-call, Monday–Friday between 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Shifts may vary depending on operational needs
Compensation
- Hourly Wage: As per Collective Agreement wage grid (dependent upon on qualifications
and experience)
- Vacation Pay: Paid in accordance with the Employment Standards Act (ESA)
- Public Holiday Pay: Provided in accordance with ESA eligibility requirements
This position is covered by the Collective Agreement between Gledhill Avenue Child Care Centre and the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE) Local 5213-04. Wage progression is based on the Collective Agreement wage grid and applicable service requirements.
Unionized Workplace
This position is part of the bargaining unit represented by CUPE Local 5213-04.
- Employees must become and remain members in good standing of the Union within 30
days of employment
- Union dues are deducted as per the Collective Agreement
- Employment is subject to applicable Collective Agreement provisions
Major Responsibilities
- Ensure the health, safety, and well-being of all children
- Implement centre policies, procedures, and program statement
- Support daily program operations and transitions
- Maintain a clean, safe, and engaging environment
- Use positive, developmentally appropriate guidance strategies
- Build respectful and inclusive relationships with children and families
- Complete required documentation (attendance, incident reports, etc.)
- Follow all health and safety practices, including Toronto Public Health guidelines
- Support both indoor and outdoor programming
- Perform daily cleaning and sanitization duties
Required Qualifications
- Experience working in a licensed child care setting & non for profit (preferred)
- Valid Standard First Aid & CPR-C (infant/child)
- Current Vulnerable Sector Check
- Up-to-date immunizations and TB test (as required)
- Ability to: Lift up to 25 kg & participate in active indoor/outdoor programming year-round
Assets
- Food Handler Certification
- Experience in unionized environments
Ontario Hiring Transparency Statements
Canadian Experience:
We welcome applicants with relevant experience gained in Canada or internationally. Canadian
experience is not required.
AI Disclosure:
- We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess, or select applicants for this
position.
Accessibility & Accommodation
GACCC welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations
are available upon request throughout the recruitment and selection process in accordance with
AODA.
