Job Description

Huntington Hills Out of School Care Program is a caring and vibrant, non-for-profit organization with a long history of providing quality child care program and support services to children and their families.

We are an inclusive program who believes that all children deserve to have fun in safe and caring environments, sometimes this means they need a little help and that is where you would come in. We are looking for a passionate, creative, and energetic person to join our program and work with one of the young boys in our care. He is a wonderful, happy child who needs help with navigating transitions, as well as creating safe and healthy relationships with his peers. You would be responsible for seeing he has the time he needs before and durring the transition process to be successful. You would also help him navigate peer interactions and problem solve as necessary.

Children are busy and fast paced - so are we. We are looking for someone who operates with a high level of detail and organization. This role will give you the opportunity to work with a dynamic team and will require that you represent our program's vision and values with spirit and professionalism.

Every week of work will be different and you will navigate your way with enthusiasm, problem-solving skills and humour. Flexibility, curiosity, creativity, and multi-tasking are key given the ever-evolving nature of our work in the field.

What Does the Role Entail?

Interacting directly with the child in a one-on-one basis, in a group environment Engaging in positive daily communication and interactions with the child's family and continually build meaningful relationships. Maintaining the cleanliness of the program and required health and safety practices. Collaborating with other staff members to deliver a high quality and developmentally appropriate programming based on FLIGHT and Emergent Curriculum. Ensuring that all safety and supervision standards are implemented and maintained according to licensing and Huntington Hills requirements. Adhering to all Child Care Licensing Regulations and legal requirements, including internal policies and procedures. Attending staff meetings and other training as scheduled.

Qualifications

Current First Aid certificate. Ability to provide professional references. Diplomas, certificates or other evidence of training related to child growth/development. Experience working in a childcare or recreational setting. Successful candidates will be required to provide a Criminal Record Check.

Additional Information

Skills & Abilities

A passion for working with children. Strong understanding of child growth and development. Ability to work collaboratively as part of a cohesive team. Flexibility and ability to "go with the flow". High level of organizational and interpersonal skills. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written. Ability to work independently and with other effectively within an inter-disciplinary team setting.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Pay: $17.00-$20.00 per hour

Benefits:

Casual dress Flexible schedule On-site childcare On-site gym On-site parking Tuition reimbursement
Work Location: In person