We are accepting applications for the following:
Position: Childcare Worker
Location: Sheldon Coates Elementary School, Grande Cache, AB
https://sheldoncoatesschool.gypsd.ca/
Start Date: commencing August 27, 2024 until June 27, 2025
Hours of work: Monday to Friday, 6 hours per day (30 hours/week)
The competition will remain open until: July 9, 2024
Summary:
The Childcare Worker is responsible for the safety of the students and day-to-day operations of the center and will work under the direction and supervision of the School Principal and/or designate.
Role and Responsibilities:
The successful candidate will:
- Ensure the Junior Kindergarten program complies with all licensing requirements.
- Ensure the physical environment is monitored and maintained to meet fire, health & safety standards.
- Develop plans and lead indoor and outdoor activities that support and promote the development of pre-school-aged children.
- Implement the Junior Kindergarten’s daily routine.
- Supervise all children while providing a safe, supportive, and nurturing environment.
- Administer necessary medications and/or First Aid according to the safety protocol.
- Supervise Childcare Assistant(s).
- Build positive relationships with parents and communicates regularly with them.
- Operate within the budget.
- Work closely with the Principal to plan all field trips and classroom activities.
Requirements:
- The successful candidate will:
- Possess Level 3 – Early Childhood Educator certification (formerly Child Development Supervisor).
- Have completion of grade 12 diploma or equivalent.
- Have ability to work with minimal supervision and as a team player.
- Have excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Have experience working with preschool-aged children and has relevant knowledge of programming and curriculum.
- Have demonstrated knowledge of financial management including budget development and review of expenditure against budget, utilization and staffing levels
- First Aid and/or CPR certification.
In accordance with Board Policy, the successful applicant will be required to provide the following:
- Vulnerable Sector Check
- Child Intervention Record Check
- Evidence of a Grade 12 Diploma or equivalent
Your resume should include a list of references with permission for Grande Yellowhead Public School Division to contact any or all references.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, we will contact only those shortlisted.
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