We are seeking Afterschool Childcare leaders to join our out of school care. The ideal candidate will have a passion for working with children and providing quality care and education.
The successful candidate will be available to work 5 afternoons per week.
Responsibilities
Educate and engage children in various activities (crafts, games, construction, etc)
Ensure the safety and well-being of children under your care
Maintain a clean and organized classroom for children
Communicate effectively with parents regarding children's progress
Qualifications
19 years of age (minimum) - required
20 hours of certified training or learning in a child-related field (ex. nutrition, child development, responsible adult course) - required
Valid first aid certificate (or willingness to obtain one as soon as possible)
Experience working with children is preferred
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Patience and compassion when dealing with children
General Information
We are a licensed out-of-school care offering before and after-school care to children from Kindergarten to Grade 5. We are located within Hillcrest Elementary and on the Hillcrest school grounds.
We are currently seeking employment for
AFTER SCHOOL CARE
, however, there is the potential for substituting in before-school care.
A Day in the Life
Each afternoon, you can expect to start your day at a slow pace, readying crafts and games for the afternoon. When the bell rings, we begin program with the kids with circle or carpet time, followed by various stations that you have set up (building blocks, puzzles, dolls, snack, etc.). Between 3:30 and 3:50pm, we all head outside for fresh air, free playground play, or a structured game! At 4:30, we head inside for a quick cleanup of the day's activities. The day ends at 5:15pm.
Hours of work:
5 days a week, Monday - Friday 2:00pm - 5:15pm
If you are looking to make a positive impact on the lives of children and families, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding Care Worker position.
Job Types: Part-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 10 months