Job Description

OCCASIONAL AND RESPITE CHILD CARE

CASUAL POSITION

Job Posting

The Halifax & Region Military Family Resource Centre (H&R MFRC) is a registered provincial charity governed by a board of directors. We provide programs and services to meet the needs of our military family community; assisting them as they navigate challenges of military life, such as relocation and frequent separations related to deployment or training.

H&R MFRC has a casual opportunity for an Early Childhood Educator to work with families in our Occasional and Respite Child Care service. This service is offered weekdays and some Saturdays in both our Shearwater and Halifax locations, so candidates must be flexible in their availability.

We are looking for candidates who can adapt to an ever-changing work environment, as families who register may vary from day to day. We are seeking a candidate that aspires to provide a high-quality early learning and care environment for children 6 months to 5 years, using a family centred approach.

If this is you, we want to welcome you to our professional team, that values the military family experience.

Role Responsibilities

Professional ECE that values the military family experience in their interactions with children and families

Provide for the health and social well-being of children, with active supervision and engagement

Provide a safe, nurturing, inclusive and stimulating learning environment to

Uphold the confidentiality of those we serve

Superior relationship building and communication skills with families

Support and navigate families to resources within the Military Family Resource Centre; and within the community

Able to work independently or as part of a team to achieve successful outcomes

Conditions of Employment

Ability to work in fast paced, ever-changing environment that is responsive to families Willingness to work weekends and/or evenings Child Abuse Registry, Criminal Records Check & Vulnerable Sector Check are required First Aid & CPR Certification (Level C) is required Must be able to lift 50 pounds Knowledge of the unique experience of military family life is an asset.

Education and Experience

Possess an NS Early Childhood Education Classification, with demonstrated experience working with children 3 months to 12 years in the field of early learning & childcare Experience planning and implementing childcare programs Consideration may be given to candidates who are in progress of obtaining a NS Classification in Early Childhood Education who have demonstrated experience working with children ages 3 months to 12 years, in a childcare setting. Preference may be given to candidates with second language skills (French)
Position: Casual employment

Expected hours of work per month: minimum 10 hours

Start Date: 17 November 2025

Salary: In accordance with the Department of Education & Early Childhood Development provincial wage scale for ECE level classification and untrained.

Please forward a detailed resume by date: employment@halifaxmfrc.ca

Note

: We appreciate and thank you for your interest in working with our team at the Halifax & Region Military Family Resource Centre. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Type: Casual

Pay: $15.70-$29.46 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 10 per week

Benefits:

On-site parking
Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 2025-11-17