Childcare Administrative Assistant
Edmonton, AB, Canada
Job Description
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Mak-a-mini is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Administrative Assistant to join our team at our brand new daycare center. As an Administrative Assistant, you will be responsible for providing administrative support to our daycare center\'s Director and staff. You will perform a range of administrative duties to ensure that the daycare runs smoothly and efficiently
Major Accountabilities/Responsibilities (Including but not limited to the following):
Major Accountabilities/Responsibilities (Including but not limited to the following):
- Manage Mak-a-Mini\xe2\x80\x99s administrative needs and secretarial duties utilizing the full Microsoft Office suite.
- Manage Mak-a-Mini\xe2\x80\x99s correspondence including incoming phone calls, letters, packages, and electronic communication/enquiries.
- Facilitate the communication of daycare updates through the daycare management software; HiMama.
- Collect and maintain physical and digital office records that contain financial, children and staff data while maintaining confidentiality.
- Effectively communicate and implement Mak-a-Mini\xe2\x80\x99s vision, policies and procedures to parents, staff, and community.
- Support Childcare Educators in classrooms as needed; including assisting with housekeeping duties, nutritional breaks, classroom set-up, rest periods and administration of first aid.
- Other duties as assigned which are deemed necessary to support colleagues in their roles or support the College in achieving its goals and objectives.
- Early Childhood Educator Level 2 Certification (Child Development Worker) preferred
- Early Childhood Educator Level 1 Certification (Child Development Assistant) required
- Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience preferably in a daycare center
- Knowledge of the daycare management software HiMama (asset)
- Proficient Knowledge of Microsoft Office software suite
- CPR/First Aid Certificate
- Police check \xe2\x80\x93 Vulnerable Sector
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Attention to detail and proofreading skills to ensure accuracy
- Ability to adapt to rapidly changing priorities
- Ability to work independently and as a member of a team
- Excellent organisational, problem-solving, and time-management skills.
- Maintain a professional appearance, attitude, and work ethic at all times.
- Have a love for children.
- Able to build strong relationships.
- Have patience and understanding.
- Is approachable, positive, respectful and courteous.
- Attentive to all individuals in a fast-paced environment
- Passion to create a supportive and encouraging environment for both children and educators.
- Support Mak-a-Mini\xe2\x80\x99s vision of providing a positive learning environment for all students, and a culture of supporting and valuing each other as a member of the Mak-a-Mini \xe2\x80\x98family\xe2\x80\x99.
- Perform all assigned duties and responsibilities with confidence and to the best of your ability.
- Continually seek the most effective ways to streamline daily activities, reduce costs or improve the quality of programs and services.
- Be respectful of others, proactively communicating with a high degree of transparency, respect, and professionalism.
- Work collaboratively with others through the sharing of ideas and knowledge.
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Job Detail
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Job IdJD2138274
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IndustryNot mentioned
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Total Positions1
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Job Type:Full Time
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Salary:Not mentioned
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Employment StatusPermanent
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Job LocationEdmonton, AB, Canada
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EducationNot mentioned