Job Description

ABOUT RCYC:

The Royal Canadian Yacht Club (RCYC) is a prestigious, year-round private club operating from both our Island and City Clubhouses in downtown Toronto. We pride ourselves on providing exceptional service across all areas, including Food & Beverage, Fitness, Sports, and Sailing.

Childcare Attendants supervise our young members (Infants to age 10) in our drop in and daycare programs.

DAY-TO-DAY DUTIES:

Record the accurate attendance of each child Greet parents and answer any questions they may have Ensure the maintenance and organization of craft materials Report all accidents to the Supervisor and complete an accident form that is to be given to the Supervisor as well as the child's parent Establish routines and provide positive guidance Provide a safe and secure environment for children to feel comfortable Implement positive discipline when required Clearly and effectively communicate in a manner that children understand Keep parents informed of program expectations, program activities and their child's progress Develop and maintain current, accurate and confidential client files Guide and assist children in the development of proper eating, dressing and toilet habits Perform other tasks as assigned by supervisor or management

HOURS OF WORK:

Part-time position (2-5 days per week) Able to work weekdays, evenings and Saturdays

REQUIREMENTS:

First Aid and CPR certification E.C.E. student or previous experience working with children Vulnerable Sector Check required Strong working knowledge of child development theories and practices Must enjoy spending time with children and looking after their physical, educational and emotional needs Computer literacy, including effective working skills of MS Word, Excel and e-mail required. Highly flexible, with solid interpersonal skills that allow one to work effectively in a diverse working environment High level of sound and independent judgment, reasoning, and discretion

The RCYC is committed to fair and equitable hiring practices in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Candidates requiring accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process are encouraged to request it.