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CHILD CARE EDUCATOR
Position Purpose:
Early Childhood Educator you will provide a stimulating, safe and nurturing environment for children ages 1 month to 6 years old. The Child Care supervisor contributes to mission and vision by providing qualified and culturally sensitive child care support for children.
Accountability:
Under supervision of the Director, the Child Care Worker is responsible for the day-to-day operation of the program and ongoing supervision of the children as member of the Child Care team.
Key Responsibilities:
- Responsible for the constant supervision, safety and well-being of all children
- Prepare the room appropriately before the children arrive, and be ready to accept and supervise the children at the scheduled time
- Check children for injuries and illness as they arrive
- Participates in regular fire drills and other emergency procedures.
- Maintains and deliver quality care to all children and families regardless of personal issues, distractions or difficulty of situation in a professional manner.
- Engages in positive collaboration with the other programs and early childhood educators of the centre in coordinating the effective use of equipment, facilities and personnel.
- Shares in the responsibility for planning, preparing and implementing stimulating, age appropriate activities that encourage children’s creativity and learning and promote each child’s social, emotional, cognitive and physical development.
- Supervise the children’s daily activities and routines; put infants to sleep when necessary
- Monitor the children’s behavior and intervene as needed, responding sensitively to the cultural heritage, values and individual experiences of the children
- Inspect and maintain toys and equipment, and assume an equal share of housekeeping responsibilities
- Monitor all entrances and exits at all times
- Communicate with parents about any specifics related to their children as needed
Performance Indicators:
- Observed positive and cultural sensitive environment where children feel comfortable, respected and secure
- Reported positive working relationship with Director
- Reported positive relationships with parents
- Level of reliability and punctuality
Required Competencies & Qualifications:
- Diploma in Early Learning & Child Care ( level 1,2,3)
- Current first-aid and CPR certification appropriate to children
- Ability to work in a team environment.
- Good interpersonal and communication skills; must be able to develop and maintain a rapport with parents.
- Clean Criminal Record with Vulnerable Sector Check
Contract length:
Job Types: Full-time, Casual, Contract
Salary: $17.00-$21.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Discounted childcare.
- On-site childcare
Schedule:
- 9 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends