Early childhood educator (ECE) assistant
Whitewood Wiggles & Giggles Childcare Centre Inc. based in Whitewood, SK is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of Early childhood educator (ECE) assistant. Whitewood Wiggles & Giggles Childcare Centre Inc. provides a stimulating and safe environment for children to learn, play, and grow. With a team of dedicated educators and staff, Whitewood Wiggles & Giggles focuses on holistic development, incorporating activities that promote social, emotional, and cognitive skills. The candidates selected for the vacancy will be required to start the work as soon as possible.
Job Description:
Employer Name: Whitewood Wiggles & Giggles Childcare Centre Inc.
Position: Early childhood educator (ECE) assistant
No of Vacancies: 2
Salary: $14.00 to $27.52 hourly (To be negotiated) 1 to 65 hours per month
Employment Type: Casual employment Part time
Location: 805 South Avenue Whitewood, SK S0G 5C0
Shifts: Day, Evening, On Call, Flexible Hours, Early Morning, Morning
Transportation information: Own transportation
Work setting: Child care centre
Supervision: 5-10 people
Target audience: Children
Requirements:
Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the English Language
Education: Candidates don’t need standard educational qualification such as degree, certificate or diploma
Experience: Candidates don’t need experience, training will be provided
Experience with special needs children: Children with behavioural issues, Children with allergies, Children with asthma, and Children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) or attention deficit disorder (ADD)
Credentials: Child development assistant (ECE level 1), Child development supervisor (ECE level 3), and Child development worker (ECE level 2), Early Childhood Education (ECE) Certificate, First Aid Certificate, and CPR Certificate
Security and safety: Criminal record check, Vulnerable sector check
Physical Requirements:
- The candidates should be able to work in a noisy environment and be non-smokers, comfortable working in an air-conditioned setting, and prepared for repetitive tasks
- The candidates should be capable of handling physically demanding work and possess attention to detail, adaptable to a combination of sitting, standing, and walking
- The candidates should be able to perform bending, crouching, and kneeling tasks, and demonstrate manual dexterity
Other Requirements:
- The candidates should demonstrate punctuality and exhibit dependability in their work, possess efficient interpersonal skills, and demonstrate excellent oral communication
- The candidates should have excellent written communication skills, display flexibility in their approach to tasks, and possess interpersonal awareness
- The candidates should demonstrate good judgment, show reliability in their work, and be team players, upholding values and ethics
- The candidates should showcase creativity in problem-solving, exhibit honesty in their interactions, and have the ability to multitask effectively
Candidate Status:
- Canadian citizens and permanent or temporary foreign workers of Canada are eligible for this position
- International Candidates who don’t have a valid Canadian work permit also can apply
Responsibilities:
- The candidates should be able to engage in storytelling activities and assist early childhood educators in carrying out programs that promote the physical, cognitive, emotional, and social development of children
- The candidates should be able to lead activities by telling or reading stories, teaching songs, and taking children to local points of interest, and assist in keeping records and encouraging children to express creativity
- The candidates should be able to engage children in activities by telling stories, teaching songs, and preparing crafts, guide and assist children in developing proper habits, and maintain daycare equipment and assist in housekeeping and cooking duties
- The candidates should be able to prepare snacks and arrange rooms or furniture for lunch and rest periods, observe children for signs of potential learning or behavioral problems, and submit written observations to early childhood educators or supervisors
Benefits:
- The candidates will get free parking, learning/training paid by employer, on-site daycare available, and team building opportunities
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, letter of recommendation, and cover letter) through the below-mentioned details
By email
whitewoodwigglesandgiggles@gmail.com
By mail
PO Box 459
Whitewood, SK
S0G 5C0
In person
805 South Avenue
Whitewood, SK
S0G 5C0
Between 06:45 a.m. and 05:30 p.m.
By phone
306-735-5555 Between 06:45 a.m. and 05:50 p.m.
Be prepared for the screening questions. Include answering the following questions while applying:
- Are you available for shift or on-call work?
- Are you currently a student?
- 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!