Early Childhood Educator

Position: Child Development Worker – Level 1,2,3

Location: THE CHILD CLUB DAYCARE & OSC, 114 GENESIS DRIVE, STONYPLAIN, T7Z 0G6, 780-591-3344

We are looking for an EXPERIENCED Early Childhood Educator for our daycare.

Requirements:

• Fluent in English – both oral and written communication
• MINIMUM 2 YEARS EXPERIENCE in childcare
• Must be currently certified (Level 1 Child Development Assistant)
• First Aid and Criminal Record Check with vulnerable sector.

Job Type: Full-Time and Part Time available

Required Education:

• Diploma/Certificate

Required Licenses or Certifications:

• Child Development Worker (level 2)
• Valid First Aid & CPR
• Police Security Check with Vulnerable Sector Search
• Class 5 Driving License

Responsibilities:

• On-going implementation of all relevant policies and procedures of the Daycare.
• Maintain full compliance with the Child Care Licensing Regulations.
• Create a positive and nurturing environment that meets the children’s social, emotional, and physical development.
• Responsible for planning, maintaining, and evaluating daycare at all times.
• Create and implement children’s programs based on their interests, needs, and abilities and facilitate their learning as they engage in self-directed play in a nurturing and safe environment.
• Facilitate appropriate behavior both within staff and children that supports their social-emotional development.
• Maintain on-going developmental records on each child (i.e. written observations & children’s portfolios).
• Ensure on-going supervision that ensures the children’s safety and well-being at all times.
• Carry out personal care routines to meet the needs of each child and use these opportunities to be positive experiences for the children.
• Communicate effectively all relevant information regarding children, families, the program, and health and safety to staff team and Director.
• Maintain communication with families about their child’s day and share relevant information with parents.
• When appropriate, refer families to the Director when information and support is required to help parents locate resources.
• Report any concerns about children to the Director.
• Ensure all necessary forms are completed accurately in a timely fashion (i.e. time sheets, accident and incident reports, staff & child attendance records, etc.).
• Assist with and attend family functions that involve the daycare (i.e. Enrollment, parent meetings, holidays).
• Ensure your attendance in on-going staff meetings to address daycare needs that maintain the health and wellbeing of the children.
• Be an active participant in the accreditation process.
• Perform any other duties assigned by the Director.

Health & Safety Responsibilities:

• Maintain current first-aid certification.
• Renew Police Security Check every 3 years.
• Implement appropriate health, safety, and hygiene practices based on the center’s policies & procedures. Record safety inspections and cleaning routines on the checklists provided when this task is designated to you.
• Respond to any health and safety concerns in a timely and appropriate manner, reporting to the Director or person in charge for follow-up as required.
• Respond to emergencies effectively based on the center’s policies and procedures.
• Use the Accident/Incident Reports to record accidents, illnesses, behavior concerns, etc.
• Inform the Director of any and all accidents and incidents concerning the children and the staff.
• Be aware of the children’s allergies and dietary restrictions.
• Supervise children closely at all times, maintaining the required staff-child ratios at all times both indoors and outdoors.

Professionalism & Professional Development:

• Maintain confidentiality as defined by the center’s Confidentiality Agreement.
• Remain current on child development information and childcare-related issues by participating in professional development or training opportunities and/or by continuing education courses.
• Participate in annual performance appraisals and identify areas for professional growth.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Pay: $17.00-$19.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• On-site parking

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Experience:

• Daycare: 2 years (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Class 5 Licence (preferred)
• MUST HAVE CHILD CARE CERTIFICATION LEVEL 1,2 or 3 (preferred)

Work Location: In person