CHILD CARE AIDE (Part-Time)

• Job ID: 63022
• Job Category: Community & Social Services
• Division & Section: Children's Services, Toronto Early Learning & Child Care Svcs
• Work Location: Various Toronto Early Learning & Child Care Service Centres across the City
• Job Type & Duration: Part-time, Indefinite
• Hourly Rate: $26.83- $29.23
• Shift Information: On an as-required basis, up to 35 hours weekly 
• Affiliation: L79 Unit B PT
• Number of Positions Open: 40
• Posting Period: 05-May-2026 to 19-May-2026
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Information on hours of work:

• Hours of work will be on an as required part-time basis only.
• There are no guaranteed minimum hours per pay period.
• Candidates are expected to have availability between the hours of 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
• Hours of work will vary and may include split shifts (e.g. 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m., 2:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.).
• Minimum 3-day availability is required, with one of those days being either a Monday or Friday.
• 5-day availability would be preferred for scheduling purposes.
• Some work may be scheduled in advance or may be call-in work on the day of the shift.

• Successful candidates with full 5-day availability may be considered for Long-Term Assignments at one location with a duration of at least 11 consecutive working days up to 3 months, with possibility of extension.  (Note: When a Long-Term Assignment ends, the employee is returned to the casual pool and will be considered for call-in work or known work shifts where hours are scheduled on an “as needed” basis).

Information on Location:

• Candidates will not be assigned a base location.
• Candidates must be available to work at multiple Toronto Early Learning & Child Care Centres.

Pre-placement Requirements:

As a condition of employment and in accordance with the Child Care and Early Years Act, 2014, all successful candidates will be required to:

• undergo a pre-placement medical assessment including proof of immunization and tuberculosis screening.
• provide a current Vulnerable Sector Police Reference Check.
• provide a valid First Aid certification with Infant and Child cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR).

For candidates who hold a diploma in Early Childhood Education or equivalent, you will also be required to:

• be registered and remain in good standing with the College of Early Childhood Educators.

Information Session - Join Us!

If you are interested in learning more about the Child Care Aide (Part‑Time) role, you can participate in a virtual Microsoft Teams information session with Children’s Services. You will have the opportunity to ask questions related to the position, working for the City of Toronto's Children's Services division, as well as the City's application process.

Please register to participate in the information session at your choice of date and time below:

Tuesday, May 12 at 12:00pm Eastern Time

Registration link here

Wednesday, May 13 at 3:00pm Eastern Time
Registration link here

It is important to note that this is a public information session. To remain anonymous, participants must join through a web browser and ensure their login name reflects that preference.

Major Responsibilities:

Under the direction of the Registered Early Childhood Educators (RECEs), the Child Care Aide assists, supervises, and guides children throughout their day, supporting a range of daily activities and care routines, including but not limited to indoor and outdoor play, individual and group care routines, mealtimes and feeding, cubby room area routines, diapering and washroom routines, and rest times.

• Assists with the set-up of play areas as planned by RECEs.
• Assists in set-up and clean-up of children’s activities and learning areas, including snacks and meals, etc.
• Assists in the completion of forms, documenting children’s routines, accidents, etc.
• Assists in the supervision of the children during outdoor playground time, ensuring all areas are safe from hazards. (e.g. removal of broken equipment from play areas).
• Assists in escorting children to Public and Separate Schools and trips outside the Early Learning & Child Care Centre. (e.g. Local community walks and bus trips).
• Provides coverage to maintain legislated ratios at various times of the day.
• Monitors and supervises small groups of children.
• Interacts with children of various ages in a positive, nurturing and developmentally appropriate manner.
• Interacts with parents, colleagues, and visitors in a professional manner.
• Assists with laundry and dishwashing duties as needed.

Key Qualifications:

Your application must describe your qualifications as they relate to:

1. Experience caring for children of up to 4 years of age in a group setting in either a volunteer or employment capacity.

You must also have:

• Ability to obtain and maintain a valid standard first aid certification including infant and child cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) prior to the start of employment.
• Strong ability to work effectively as a team member and accurately follow instructions.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to lift/carry children of various ages and weighing up to 20 kg.
• Ability to use computers, access and complete online training modules.
• Ability to assist with and adhere to Health & Safety practices and protocols including sanitizing, disinfecting, etc.
• General knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Child Care and Early Years Act, Child and Family Services Act with the ability to apply such legislation in the workplace.
• General knowledge of Toronto Public Health Guidelines relating to child care environments.
• Ability to support and implement change reflective of the City of Toronto's Action plan for Confronting Anti-Black Racism.
• Ability to support and implement change reflective of the City of Toronto's Commitment to Indigenous Communities and Reconciliation Action Plan.
• Ability to support the Toronto Public Service values to ensure a culture that champions equity, diversity and respectful workplaces.
• Completion of an Early Childhood Assistant Certificate would be considered an asset.
• Must have a valid email address and be able to communicate on a regular basis through email.
• Must be available for call-in work.
• Must have a local telephone number in order to receive call-in work.
• Must have the ability to travel to and work from multiple locations.

NOTE TO INTERNAL FULL-TIME AND PART-TIME CITY OF TORONTO EMPLOYEES:

City of Toronto employees must apply to full-time or part-time employment opportunities posted on the City's Internal Job Posting Portal.

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

The City is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to creating a workplace culture of inclusiveness that reflects the diverse residents that we serve. Learn more about the City’s commitment to employment equity.

Accommodation

The City of Toronto is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive organization. We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require Code-protected accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please make them known when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs. Disability-related accommodation during the application process is available upon request. Learn more about the City’s Hiring Policies and Accommodation Process.