What You'll Be Doing

Working alongside our Early Childhood Educators, you will help provide high-quality care and meaningful experiences for the children in our programs.

Your day may include:

• Engaging and supervising children.
• Supporting play-based and child-led learning experiences.
• Helping prepare and participate in creative, sensory, physical and outdoor activities.
• Encouraging children's independence, problem-solving and social skills.
• Supporting children in developing friendships, cooperation, empathy and respect for others.
• Using positive and respectful guidance techniques.
• Providing attentive supervision and maintaining a safe environment.
• Assisting children with daily routines such as meals, toileting, dressing, rest periods, arrivals and departures.
• Helping prepare, organize and maintain inviting program spaces and materials.
• Participating in outdoor play, community outings and special activities.
• Building positive relationships with children, families and fellow Staff.
• Working collaboratively with ECEs and other members of our team.
• Following SLC policies and procedures and Manitoba Early Learning and Child Care requirements.

Who We're Looking For

The right person for our team is someone who:

• Truly enjoys working with children.
• Is warm, patient, enthusiastic and approachable.
• Understands that children learn through play, exploration and relationships.
• Is comfortable getting down on the floor to play, create, build and explore with children.
• Enjoys being active and spending time outdoors.
• Is dependable and arrives ready to participate in the day.
• Works cooperatively and professionally as part of a team.
• Communicates respectfully with children, families and co-workers.
• Is willing to learn and welcomes feedback and guidance.
• Understands the importance of active supervision and children's safety.
• Brings a positive attitude and a sense of fun to the workplace.

Previous experience working with children is an asset, but attitude, reliability and a genuine interest in working with children are extremely important to us.

Qualifications

Applicants should:

• Have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Have completed, or be willing to complete, the 40-hour Child Care Assistant course recognized by the Province of Manitoba, where required.
• Hold or be willing to obtain current First Aid and CPR certification appropriate for the children in our care.
• Be willing and able to meet all requirements for employment in a licensed Manitoba Early Learning and Child Care facility, including required background and registry checks.

What We Offer

At Springfield Learning Centres, we know that providing great child care takes a great team.

We offer:

• Competitive wages based on qualifications and applicable Manitoba wage guidelines
• A welcoming and supportive Staff team
• Opportunities to learn from experienced Early Childhood Educators
• Professional development opportunities
• Experience working with different age groups
• A community-based work environment
• The opportunity to develop your skills and potentially pursue further education in Early Childhood Education
• Work that is active, interesting and different every day!

Position Details

Position: Child Care Assistant (CCA)
Location: Anola, Manitoba
Organization: Springfield Learning Centres Incorporated
Hours of Operation: Monday to Friday, 6:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Start Date: As soon as possible

Come Grow With Us!

Working in Early Childhood Education is about building relationships, encouraging independence, supporting development and creating the experiences and memories that make childhood special.

If you are dependable, energetic, caring and ready to be an active part of children's days, we encourage you to apply!