Educational Assistant / Early Childhood Worker
RECS Program (Remote Early Childhood Services)
Seden Centre for Child Development and Wellness
Full-Time & Part-Time Opportunities
$21.00–$23.00 per hour
Location: Various off-site/community settings
About Seden Centre
At Seden Centre, we believe every child deserves the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive in an environment that recognizes their individual strengths and needs.
As an Educational Assistant / Early Childhood Worker with our RECS Program, you will become an important member of an interdisciplinary team working alongside Speech-Language Pathologists, Occupational Therapists, and Certified Teachers.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about working with young children and who wants to expand their knowledge and skills within a collaborative, supportive, and professional environment.
About the RECS Program
Our Remote Early Childhood Services (RECS) program supports young children who are unable to attend programming at Seden Centre. As an EA/Early Childhood Worker, you will provide individualized support and implement programming in a variety of off-site settings.
You will work closely with the Seden Centre team to help children work toward their developmental, communication, behavioural, social, and educational goals.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide one-on-one and small-group support to children approximately 2.5–6 years of age.
- Implement individualized programming and strategies developed in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.
- Support children with developmental delays, speech and language difficulties, behavioural challenges, and other learning needs.
- Assist children in developing communication, social, emotional, self-regulation, and early learning skills.
- Work collaboratively with Speech-Language Pathologists, Occupational Therapists, Certified Teachers, families, and other professionals.
- Follow through with therapeutic and educational recommendations within the child's daily environment.
- Prepare materials and activities required for off-site programming.
- Provide consistent, respectful, and child-centred support.
- Adapt activities and strategies to meet each child's individual learning style, strengths, and needs.
- Support children who may demonstrate complex or intense behaviours using positive, respectful, and developmentally appropriate strategies.
- Maintain professional communication and documentation as required.
- Contribute positively to a collaborative interdisciplinary team.
The Ideal Candidate
We are looking for someone who is compassionate, enthusiastic, dependable, and eager to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young children.
The successful candidate will:
- Enjoy working with young children and have a genuine interest in early childhood development.
- Be comfortable working with children who have developmental, communication, behavioural, or learning challenges.
- Demonstrate patience, flexibility, creativity, and a positive attitude.
- Be able to follow individualized programming and implement strategies consistently.
- Have strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Be comfortable working independently while also collaborating closely with a multidisciplinary team.
- Be open to learning from Occupational Therapists, Speech-Language Pathologists, Teachers, and other professionals.
- Be willing to support children whose behaviours may be complex or challenging.
- Demonstrate professionalism, reliability, and strong communication skills.
- Have a personal commitment to continued learning and professional growth.
Requirements
- Previous experience working with young children is considered an asset.
- Experience working with children with developmental delays, speech and language difficulties, or behavioural challenges is an asset.
- Valid driver's licence and reliable access to a vehicle are required, as this position involves providing services in off-site/community settings.
- Strong English communication skills.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team.
What We Offer
- Competitive hourly compensation of $21.00–$23.00 per hour
- Full-time and part-time opportunities
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Vision care
- The opportunity to work alongside experienced Occupational Therapists, Speech-Language Pathologists, and Certified Teachers
- A collaborative and supportive professional environment
- Opportunities for professional learning and growth
- Meaningful work supporting children and families in the community
Why Join Seden Centre?
This is more than an educational support position — it is an opportunity to be part of a team that makes a meaningful difference in the lives of children and their families.
If you are someone who is patient, creative, compassionate, and eager to learn, we would love to hear from you.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $21.00–$23.00 per hour
Language: English (required)
Licence/Certification: Valid driver's licence and reliable vehicle (required)
Work Location: In person / Off-site community settings