Child care worker assistant
Happy Hollow PreSchool based in Halifax, NS is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of Child care worker assistant. Happy Hollow PreSchool offers a range of age-appropriate activities and experiences to promote growth and learning. We also emphasizes the importance of developing social skills, cooperation, and empathy through interactive play and positive social interactions. The candidates who will get selected for the vacancy will be required to start the work as soon as possible.
Job Description:
Employer Name: Happy Hollow PreSchool
Position: Child care worker assistant
No of Vacancies: 1
Salary: $15.00 to $25.00 hourly 25 to 40 hours per week
Employment Type: Permanent employment Part-time
Location: 5508 Hennessey Place,Halifax, NS B3K 2A8
Shifts: Day, 11:00 to 17:30
Work setting: Child care centre
Requirements:
Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the English Language
Education: Candidates need standard educational qualifications such as a Secondary (high) school graduation certificate or equivalent experience
Experience: Candidates don’t need experience although having experience is an asset
Credentials: Child development assistant (ECE level 1), Child development worker (ECE level 2), Emergency child care first aid and CPR, Food allergy and anaphylaxis training, Early Childhood Education (ECE) Certificate, First Aid Certificate, CPR Certificate
Security and safety: Vulnerable sector check, Immunization records, Child Abuse Registry check, Criminal record check
Physical Requirements:
- The candidates should be able to work with attention to detail
- The candidates should be able to sit, stand, walk, bend, crouch, and kneel for extended periods
Other Requirements:
- The candidate should be punctual, dependable, flexible, reliable, and judgmental
- The candidates should have excellent oral communication, excellent written communication, efficient interpersonal skills, and be able to work as a team player
Candidate Status:
- Candidate must be a Canadian Citizen or temporary or permanent resident of Canada
- Candidate must have legal authorized (Work Permit) to work in Canada
- If Candidates are unable to fulfill above mentioned requirements, don’t apply for the position
Responsibilities:
- The candidates should be able to bathe, diaper and feed infants and toddlers, develop and implement child-care programs that support and promote the physical, cognitive, emotional and social development of children, storytelling
- The candidates should be able to lead activities by telling or reading stories, teaching songs and taking children to local points of interest, support early childhood educators in carrying out programs that promote the physical, cognitive, emotional and social development of children, assist early childhood educators or supervisors in keeping records
- The candidates should be able to engage children in activities by telling stories, teaching songs and preparing crafts, provide opportunities to express creativity through the media of art, dramatic play, music and physical activity, guide and assist children in the development of proper eating, dressing and toilet habits
- The candidates should be able to maintain daycare equipment and assist in housekeeping and cooking duties, prepare snacks and arrange rooms or furniture for lunch and rest periods, knowledge of licensing regulations, establish guidelines for behaviour
- The candidates should be able to observe children for signs of potential learning or behavioural problems and prepare reports for parents, guardians or supervisor, discuss progress and problems of children at staff meetings, submit written observations on children to early childhood educators or supervisors
- The candidates should be able to assess the abilities, interests and needs of children and discuss progress or problems with parents and other staff members, attend staff meetings to discuss progress and problems of children
- The candidates should be able to establish and maintain collaborative relationships with co-workers and community service providers working with children, plan and maintain an environment that protects the health, security and well-being of children
Benefits:
- The candidates will get paramedical services coverage, group insurance benefits, vision care benefits, health care plan, and dental plan
How to apply:
If the position is fit for you and the basic requirements are fulfilled then you can now apply directly to the employer (along with your resume, highest level of education and name of institution where it was completed, proof of the requested certifications, references attesting experience, job reference number, and cover letter) through below-mentioned details.
By email
barb@happyhollowpreschool.com
Be prepared for the screening questions. Include answering the following questions while applying:
- Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
- Do you currently reside in proximity to the advertised location?
- Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?
- Do you have the above-indicated required certifications?
We thank all the applicants for showing their interest and trust in us, however, only the most eligible candidates will be selected and conducted for further procedure directly from employers, in between no charges/fees or original documents will be asked from any applicant. All the best!