Job Posting: Child Care Worker Assistant
Organization: MyCommunity Services (MCS)
Positions Available: 2
Job Type: Summer Student Program (Internal & External Posting)
Location: Peel Region (Specifically the MCS Brampton North Location)
Duration: 8 weeks (35 hours/week)
Contract Dates: July 6th, 2026 until August 29th, 2026
Rate of Pay: $17.60 per hour + 4% in lieu of vacation
About MyCommunity Services
MyCommunity Services (MCS) is a non-profit organization established in 1987, consisting of diverse professionals dedicated to enhancing newcomer community engagement. We work with newcomers to facilitate their settlement and integration into Canada. We offer a wide range of services and learning opportunities to connect newcomers to a better future in the ever-changing Canadian society.
Responsibilities
- Support in facilitating and developing summer camps for school-aged children.
- Provide support for children with special needs, such as one-on-one support.
- Assist and support the camps through program planning and execution of the camp activities.
- Ensure the safety of children.
- Teach and coach children through tasks and activities (i.e., arts and crafts, sports, games, etc.).
- Maintain positive and sustainable professional relationships with internal and external partners, including parents and children.
- Communicate and interact with clients, staff, and community partners.
- Communicate with team members and participate in regular meetings to plan and discuss camp content.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Post-secondary education in Early Childhood Education (ECE) (preferred) or a related field such as Child and Youth Studies, Education, Community Services, Recreation, Social Work, Arts, or Psychology.
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment with newcomer families and other professionals.
- Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
- Able to multi-task and set priorities.
- Valid First Aid/CPR certificate.
- Skills and abilities to plan and organize activities for children.
- Skills and interest in art, culture, sport, drama and/or science.
- Computer skills: MS Word, Excel, Internet and the knowledge of children educational software(s).
- Commitment to diversity and inclusion, and demonstrated sensitivity to the needs of diverse newcomers.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills in English; other language skills will be an asset.
- Police Record Check for Vulnerable Sector is required as part of the hiring process.
Eligibility Criteria
- Must be between 15 and 30 years of age (inclusive) at the start of employment.
- Must be available to work Monday through Saturday between the hours of 8:00AM and 7:00PM.
- Is a Canadian Citizen, permanent resident, or person on whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act (Foreign/international students are not eligible).
- Is legally entitled to work according to the relevant provincial / territorial legislation and regulations.
- Must be able to commit for the entire duration of the contract without any requests/requirements for time away from work (NO VACATION TIME WILL BE APPROVED FOR SUMMER STUDENTS).
- Dependents of MCS employees are not eligible to apply.
How to Apply
- Please submit your resume along with a cover letter in ONE document (PDF, Word or Rich Text Format).
- Include the reference code MCS-JC-0295- CSJ- Child Care Worker Assistant in your application.
- Email your application to: csj@mcsservices.org.
- Application Deadline: May 20, 2026.
- No phone calls, please.
MCS is an equal opportunity employer, promotes the principles of diversity and equity, and adheres to the tenets of the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. We thank you for applying. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
