Early Childhood Assistant (ECA)

About Us:
Sentient HR is dedicated to enriching lives through the power of connections. As a leader in Supply Staffing, we specialize in providing temporary and full-time placements for child care centres and private schools across the Greater Toronto Hamilton Area (GTHA). Serving over 500 centres and employing more than 350 early childhood professionals, our focus is on delivering tailored staffing solutions through a seamless, technology-driven process.

At Sentient, we are committed to nurturing the growth and development of our staff, empowering them to excel in their roles. Our core values of integrity, partnership, and impact drive everything we do, ensuring success for our clients, employees, and the communities we serve.

About the Role:
As an Early Childhood Assistant (ECA), you will be responsible for working collaboratively with childcare staff and the Supervisor at various centres located in Ottawa, Ontario. Your primary focus will be on creating a nurturing environment for children to learn and grow, ensuring their safety, and supporting staff and classroom as needed, while strictly adhering to established policies, procedures, and quality standards.

Reports to: Talent Developer

Why Choose Us:
Our team is growing rapidly, and we want you to become a part of our growth!

• We offer on-the-job training and professional development opportunities.
• Three months of a public transit or gas card if you work 10 shifts or more per month.
• Be a part of a culture that values inclusivity and equity.
• Sentient offers competitive compensation, along with work-life harmony!
• Participate in Sentient HR's reward and recognition program called PERKS.

• Cultivate a nurturing learning environment for children to learn and grow.
• Ensure the safety of children during onsite and offsite through direct supervision, attendance, and other protocols.
• Ensures classroom environment is kept clean and organized, including all activity and program areas, and common spaces.
• Prepare meals/snacks and nap time in compliance with the centre policies and Public Health guidelines.
• Support staff and participate in activities as a play partner with children.
• Form and nurture meaningful working relationships and partnerships with the centre and Sentient HR team.
• Comply diligently with all the centre and Sentient HR policies.
• Participate in all mandatory company activities, trainings and meetings.
• Perform other duties as required.

• Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and building a sense of belonging.
• Professionalism, strong work ethics and excellent teamwork skills.
• Ability to manage children with challenging behaviours and communicate effectively.
• A valid Standard First Aid and CPR certificate. 
• A clear Vulnerable Sector Police check within the last six months.
• A completed Medical Form completed (will be sent to you as part of the onboarding process).
• Reliable transportation: ability to commute within Ottawa region is necessary.

• Occasional light to medium physical effort; lifting, bending and stooping.
• Must be able to work outdoors; may be exposed to heat, humidity or cold.

Application Details:
Qualified and interested candidates are encouraged to submit their applications directly. Sentient HR is dedicated to fostering equal opportunities for all applicants and employees, irrespective of factors such as race, ancestry, place of origin, color, ethnic or national origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, record of offences (for which a pardon has been granted), disability, marital or family status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you require accommodations to facilitate your participation in the recruitment process, please reach out to our Talent Manager at [email protected]. While we value all submitted resumes, we will only contact those selected for an interview. For further details, please visit our website at https://www.sentienthr.com/.