CCA - Term Infant Program
CCA - Term Infant Program
Full Description
We have 2 Infant Programs, each program is licensed for 8 children ages 3 months - 2 years.
8 hours per day, Monday to Friday, including a paid 45 minute break. The scheudle may vary and may include split shifts. Candidates must be available to work all shifts within the centre operating hours (7:00am to 5:30pm, Monday to Friday).
Commensurate with experience, starting at $19.97 per hour with 40-hour training or $16.00 without.
The ideal candidate will work with a strong team including the program Supervisor, co-workers, families and the Assistant Director to provide a safe, caring and educational environment.
The chosen candidate will:
- Provide a safe, caring and educational environment
- Observe and anticipate children’s triggers and offer tools to help regulate (e.g. deep breathing techniques, fidget gadgets, offering safe places, sensory exploration, etc.)
- Develop and maintain positive relationships with families
- General daily responsibilities include diapering, assisting children in the bathroom, providing lunch and snacks, outdoor play, activities, and group activities such as circle time
- Assist in planning and implementing daily activities for preschool children
- Be a supportive team member who is able to collaborate and work with other team members to achieve program goals
- Other duties as assigned
The Ideal Candidate Is
- Reliable
- Experience with School Age
- Team player
- Familiar with emergent curriculum/play-based approach
- Familiar with Circle of Security philosophy an asset but not required
- Able to take initiative and think outside the box
- Eligible candidates must obtain/provide:
- CCA classification
- First Aid/CPR
- Current Criminal/Child Abuse Check
- Center-provided Circle of Security training
- 40-hour child development course completed within the first year of employment
- Commit to Kids training
Contact Information
Melissa Herrick, Assistant Director
Please state Infant Term position in the email subjuct line when applying.
We thank all applicants, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.