We are currently hiring for the position of a Before and After Care plus On Call Preschool Assistant at our NE/NW Preschool.
The successful applicant shall have a strong understanding of small children, be outgoing, energetic, punctual and professional.
Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities
- Support the Lead Teacher in planning and implementing a play based program
- Setting up classroom materials and planning activities for the children’s learning and development.
- Work cooperatively as a member of the preschool team, facilitating a team environment through personal behaviour, work contributions, and the sharing of expertise and knowledge.
- Provide effective supervision, support classroom routines and maintain behavioural expectations with children.
- Maintain ratios at all times, keeps attendance records of children throughout the day
- Maintain a safe, clean as well as healthy environment follows licensing standards
- Coordinate and participate with parents and/or guardians to ensure educational success of the child.
- Communicate frequently as well as respectfully with children directly, in child-friendly tones on their level
- Assist children with self-help skills, including feeding and toileting.
What You Bring (Preferred Skills and Qualifications)
- Formal education within Early Childhood Education
- Early Childhood Certification - ECE Level 1 or 2 (REQUIRED)
- Current First Aid Certificate (may be obtained upon hire).
- Criminal Record Check/Vulnerable Sector Check, within the past 6 months.
- Exceptional interpersonal skills, time management, problem solving and leadership abilities.
- Ability to lift up to 40lbs., especially when working with preschoolers.
Schedule
- No Weekends
Licence/Certification
- Alberta Childcare Certification (Level 1 or 2) (REQUIRED)
We thank all applicants for their interest. Please note that only those applicants for further consideration will be contacted.
Job Type: Fixed term contract
Pay: $16.00-$18.00 per hour
Education:
- Secondary School (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Early Childhood Certificate Level 1 or 2 (required)
Work Location: In person
Expected start date: 2025-09-04