Job Description

• Work Term: Permanent
• Work Language: English
• Hours: 37.5 to 44 hours per week
• Education: College/CEGEP
• Experience: Experience an asset

Work site environment

Non-smoking Air conditioned

Work setting

Child care centre

Tasks

Develop and implement child-care programs that support and promote the physical, cognitive, emotional and social development of children Lead activities by telling or reading stories, teaching songs and taking children to local points of interest Order supplies and equipment Assist early childhood educators or supervisors in keeping records 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 Maintain daycare equipment and assist in housekeeping and cooking duties Observe children for signs of potential learning or behavioural problems and prepare reports for parents, guardians or supervisor Knowledge of Day Nurseries Act Knowledge of licensing regulations Establish guidelines for behaviour 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

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

First Aid Certificate CPR Certificate

Experience with special needs children

Children with a mental health disability Children with behavioural issues

Security and safety

Criminal record check Child Abuse Registry check Immunization records Tuberculosis test Vulnerable sector check

Transportation/travel information

Own transportation

Work conditions and physical capabilities

Repetitive tasks Physically demanding Attention to detail Combination of sitting, standing, walking Bending, crouching, kneeling

Personal suitability

Dependability Excellent oral communication Excellent written communication Flexibility Interpersonal awareness Judgement Reliability Team player

Health benefits

Dental plan Health care plan

Long term benefits

Life insurance Other benefits