We are currently looking for a relief/support staff for our childcare centre. This individual will need to be able to work with children aged 12m - 12 years old and be flexible in scheduled shifts between 7am - 5:45pm.
Qualified applicants must have Alberta Child Care Certification (Level 1, 2 or 3), First Aid and recent security clearance check. Experience in childcare an asset, as well as being familiar with childcare licensing regulations and Alberta's Flight Framework.
Employee will also receive a wage top-up from the Government and is dependent on your current certification from the Government of Alberta.
This position is to cover staff vacations during the summer months. During the summer we spend 2 - 3 days out on fieldtrips.
Duties:
- Plan, supervise and implement the program for the children/room assignment in accordance with BMCDC philosophy, policies, and procedures.
- To stay current with research and emerging best practices in health and safety as recommended by licensing and health authorities.
- Participate in recommending training programs, conferences, courses and other areas of professional growth.
- Be responsible for the orderly arrangement, appearance, décor, and learning environment of the rooms and play stations.
- Attend all staff meetings
- Supervise the environment for safety and health of the children
- Treat children with dignity and respect.
- Gear the program to meet the needs of the individual children with concerns for their interests and aptitudes.
- Facilitate growth in all areas of development – social, physical, intellectual, creative, and emotional.
- Assume staff housekeeping responsibilities
- Plan and implement methods for effective utilizing the services of the classroom team members
- Plan and implement methods of establishing a positive liaison with parents of the children in the center
- Incorporate families lives, diverse backgrounds and culture into the environment and planning.
- Participate in parent meetings with Director when necessary
- Prepare and update child’s memory books ,all on-going forms for evaluation and progress reports of each child’s development
- Maintaining a professional attitude and respect for BMCDC at all times
- Assist in celebrations and events held by BMCDC
- Any other duty deemed appropriate by Director and/or Owner
Skills Required:
- Thorough understanding of children’s growth and development
- Thorough understanding of appropriate programming
- Commitment, flexibility and good problem-solving skills
- Ability to communicate and maintain positive relationships with children, staff, parents and the community
- Knowledge of community resources
- Ability to represent the program within the community
- Knowledge of Nutrition, health and first aid
- Planning and evaluation skills
- Ability to work as a team member
Experience and Education:
- Has an ECE Level 1, 2 or 3
- Some experience with program evaluation and planning
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $15.25-$17.00 per hour
Benefits:
- On-site parking
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- Childcare: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- First Aid Certification (required)
- Criminal Record Check: Dated within past 6 months (required)
- Alberta Child Care Certification: Level 1, 2 or 3 (required)
Work Location: In person
