Childcare Assistant

Centre/Organization
Bright Beginnings for Kids Inc.
Job Location
Old St. Vital on the cusp of St. Boniface
Remote Position
No
Vehicle Required
No
Expiry Date
Application Email / URL
bbforkids@shaw.ca
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Full Description

The childcare assistant will:

Provide support and assist the ECE with the following:

  •  Must be comfortable interacting both verbally and physically with children, getting down to their level as needed.
  • Establish and maintain a safe and healthy environment to prevent and reduce injuries and illness. Ensure the indoor and outdoor areas are free of dangerous material and conditions, and handle emergencies if they occur.
  • Protect the physical health of children by maintaining daily health records and administering first aid and medication.
  • Address the physical needs of children such as diapering, toileting, eating and napping.
  • Prepare the learning environment and set out materials that provide open ended learning opportunities.
  • Advance physical and intellectual competence in children 1-6 years of age through the development of curriculum and implementation of activities which promote physical, cognitive, language and social-emotional development.
  • Build Positive Self Concept by helping children experience success, acceptance and challenging demands.
  • Promote positive functioning of children and adults by encouraging the development of social skills through appropriate interactions with others; and by providing positive guidance and behavior management.
  • Assist with light housekeeping duties when required.

The Ideal Candidate Is

The successful candidate must have the following traits:                                               

  • Good comprehension of the English language with proficient oral and written communication skills.
  • Punctual, dependable and flexible with the ability to work any shift between the hours of 7:00 am-5:30.
  • Be available on short notice, on call or in-advance booking.
  • Position may become a permanent "float" position
  • Positive and friendly attitude.
  • Reliable.
  • Highly motivated to implement a play-based and emergent curriculum.
  • Ability to work in a flexible environment and adapt to changes. 
  • Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
  • Ability to apply appropriate and consistent guiding techniques and behaviour management.
  • The ability to maintain consistency with professionalism, policies and confidentiality.
  • Enjoy working indoors AND outdoors throughout the year.

Credentials

  • Current First Aid and CPR Certification Level C or willing to obtain within the first three months of employment.
  • Must have CCA Classification.
  • Must have taken a 40 hour approved course in childcare or willing to obtain within 6 months.
  • Must be a “permanent resident” of Manitoba.
  • Successful candidate must posses (within the last three months) or be willing to obtain a clear Police Records Check with Vulnerable Sector Search and Child Abuse Registry Check.

Experience

  • 1+ years experience working with infant and/or preschool children in a childcare centre

Contact Information

Email resume, cover letter and three references to Bright Beginnings for Kids

bbforkids@shaw.ca

 

Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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