Child Development Worker Job Description
Position: Child Development Worker
Reports to: Program Supervisor
Primarily responsible for:
Assisting other educators in the delivery of programs for groups and individuals in integrated settings that promote learning and meet the daily needs of children.
Planning and implementing programs for groups/individuals in integrated settings that facilitate learning to meet the daily needs of children.
Qualifications:
50 hour orientation course provided by various programs in Alberta - Level 1
Infant/Child C.P.R. and First Aid updated every 3 years
Criminal Record Check
Responsibilities:
-Assist and contributes in all areas of program planning
-Follow all agency policies and procedures and philosophies
-Assist in supervising children in the classroom, play area, on trips and walks
-Assists in hygiene care, lunch/snack, bathroom and other routines
-Works with team effectively
-Attends workshops and on-going info sessions provided by the center
-Adheres to dress code
-Contributes in the daily cleaning and sanitizing of furniture, equipment, toys and general room tidiness
-Have knowledge of the child care licensing act and general health and safety standards
-Builds a positive relationship with parents and the community, promoting involvement
-Checks for toys and equipment to ensure safe functioning
-Diaper and/or toilet train children when necessary
-Participates in meal time to promote healthy practices
-Instructs and helps children in washing, dressing, toileting and eating to help skill development
-Assists and encourages in the child’s emotional and metal development
-Documents children’s attendance
-Documents diapering, meals, naps etc. on the daily report
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $19.14-$27.62 per hour
Expected hours: No more than 40 per week
Work Location: In person