Job Description
Edmonton, AB
T6C 3N2
Salary
15.25 to 16.00 hourly (to be negotiated) 15 to 20 hours per Week
Terms of employment
Term or contract (ending: 2023-10-31)
Part time
Start date Starts as soon as 2023-05-01 to 2023-10-31
1 vacancy
Overview
Languages
English
Education
College/CEGEP
or equivalent experience
Experience
1 year to less than 2 years
Work setting
Child care Centre
Before and after school programs
Responsibilities
Tasks
Lead activities by telling or reading stories, teaching songs and taking children to local points of interest
Support early childhood educators in carrying out programs that promote the physical, cognitive, emotional and social development of children
Engage children in activities by telling stories, teaching songs and preparing crafts
provide opportunities to express creativity through the media of art, dramatic play, music and physical activity
Guide and assist children in the development of proper eating, dressing and toilet habits
Observe children for signs of potential learning or behavioural problems and prepare reports for parents, guardians or supervisor
Submit written observations on children to early childhood educators or supervisors
Discuss progress and problems of children at staff meetings
Knowledge of Day Nurseries Act
Knowledge of licensing regulations
Assess the abilities, interests and needs of children and discuss progress or problems with parents and other staff members
Attend staff meetings to discuss progress and problems of children
Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with co-workers and community service providers working with children
Plan and maintain an environment that protects the health, security and well-being of children
Plan and organize activities for school-age children in child-care programs before and after regular school hours
Identify childrens’ individual learning needs
Credentials
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
Child development assistant (ECE level 1)
First Aid Certificate
CPR Certificate
Experience and specialization
Target audience
College/University students
Experience with special needs children
Children with behavioural issues
Children with Down syndrome
Children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) or attention deficit disorder (ADD)
Additional information
Security and safety
Criminal record check
Vulnerable sector check
Work conditions and physical capabilities
Combination of sitting, standing, walking
Bending, crouching, kneeling
Personal suitability
Punctuality
Dependability
Efficient interpersonal skills
Excellent oral communication
Flexibility
Interpersonal awareness
Judgement
Reliability
Team player
Who can apply to this job?
Only apply to this job if:
You are a Canadian citizen, a permanent or a temporary resident of Canada.
You have a valid Canadian work permit.
If you are not authorized to work in Canada, do not apply. The employer will not respond to your application.
How to apply
By email
[email protected]