WoodGreen has been meeting the UNMET needs of Toronto residents for over 85 years. As a leading social services agency, we provide integrated programs such as physical and mental health services, affordable housing, employment support, financial counselling, childcare, seniors and youth programs and more. Discover how we can support you today.

Program Overview

WoodGreen’s Care for Newcomer Children program provides free, on‑site childcare for parents participating in the Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada (LINC) program. Serving children aged 19 months to school age, the program allows parents to focus on their language learning while knowing their children are supported in the same building.

Our childcare environment is safe, welcoming, and culturally responsive, offering play‑based, developmentally appropriate activities that build early literacy, communication, social skills, and confidence. These experiences help young children establish a strong foundation as they adjust to life in a new country.

We are currently seeking two Childcare Assistant Volunteers to join our team and support this important work.

Skill Requirements

• Some formal schooling and the ability to read and write in English.
• Previous experience working with children is considered an asset.
• Ability to comfortably engage in physical tasks, including the ability to bend, lift, and hold up to 50 pounds.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to interact positively with young children and families from diverse cultural backgrounds.
• Patience, empathy, and a warm, supportive approach when working with newcomer children.
• Ability to follow instructions and work collaboratively with CNC staff in a busy childcare environment.
• Reliability, punctuality, and the ability to maintain a safe and engaging environment for children.

Key Responsibilities

• Engage children aged 19 months to 4 years in interactive, play‑based activities within WoodGreen’s Care for Newcomer Children (CNC) Program.
• Support children through activities that promote early learning, including reading stories, singing songs, completing puzzles, counting, and sorting items using materials such as beans, playdough, or LEGO pieces.
• Facilitate physical activities, such as kicking balls, riding bicycles, and participating in simple movement games.
• Assist children with creative activities, including craft making, colouring, and painting.
• Provide general support to CNC staff by assisting with daily routines, room setup, cleanup, and other childcare‑related tasks as needed.
• Contribute to creating a safe, welcoming, and engaging environment that supports the developmental needs of newcomer children.

Screening Requirements

• Resume
• Interview
• Vulnerable Sector Check (instructions will be provided upon application)
• Vaccination Receipt
• 2 references (1 personal and 1 professional)
• 18+ Years Old

Commitment

• 3-month commitment | 2.5 hours a week
• The shift will be from Monday- Friday (until April 1, 2026)
  • 9:00 AM- 11:30 AM
  • 12:00 PM- 2:30 PM

Training

You must take the training and abide by the code of conduct of WoodGreen, as outlined in the application.