Childcare Assistant

St.Amant; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

St.Amant is seeking a Child Care Assistant to support infants and preschool-aged children in a dynamic and inclusive environment. The CCA will develop a child-centered curriculum, ensuring the care and well-being of children in accordance with the Manitoba Child Day Care Standards Act. Ideal candidates will have relevant certification, experience with children, and a passion for making a difference in their lives.

Benefits

Ongoing training opportunities from St.Amant

Career advancement opportunities

Excellent benefits package

Competitive wages

Qualifications

• Current certification as a Child Care Assistant or eligibility under Manitoba standards.
• Experience in a child care setting, especially with special needs.
• Knowledge of Manitoba Child Day Care Standards Act.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a play-based, child-centered emergent curriculum.
• Plan interactions and experiences based on inclusion and diversity.
• Ensure the well-being of children in accordance with standards.

Skills

Team Player

Knowledge of Child Development

Effective Communication

Education

Child Care Assistant Certification

40-hour CCA Course recognized by Manitoba

Tools

Emergency First Aid Certificate

CPR Certification

Job description

About Us

St.Amant supports over 5,000 people in Manitoba with developmental disabilities, autism, and acquired brain injury. We are a not-for-profit organization offering a wide range of supports for adults, children, and their families. Our over 2,000 staff follow a person-centred approach, adapting to the needs of each individual and family. St.Amant is guided by its core values of Collaboration, Hospitality, Excellence, and Respect.

This position has an anticipated start date of June 30, 2025 and is funded through the Canada Summer Jobs program for 8 weeks. Applicants must meet Canada Summer Jobs requirements, including but not limited to: being between 15 and 30 years of age at the start of employment, and not being on work or study visas.

About Our Centre

• Located at St.Amant’s head office, 440 River Road
• Open from 7:00am to 6:00pm, Monday to Friday
• Supports infant and preschool-aged children
• Inspired by the Reggio Emilia Approach and practicing Circle of Security as a relationship-based early intervention
• Features large outdoor green space with a forest used daily

Position Summary and Scope of Service

• The CCA develops and implements a play-based, child-centered emergent curriculum for infants to preschool-aged children.
• Responsible for planning and implementing interactions, environments, and experiences based on inclusion and diversity, tailored to each child's needs, interests, and abilities.
• Ensures the overall care and well-being of children in accordance with the Manitoba Child Day Care Standards Act and the mission and values of St.Amant and River Road Child Care.

Qualifications

• Current certification as a Child Care Assistant or eligibility under the Manitoba Child Day Care Standards Act
• Valid emergency first aid certificate and CPR as per Manitoba standards
• Previous experience caring for children in a child care setting; experience with children with special needs is an asset
• Experience in an interdisciplinary environment is an asset
• Physically fit to lift, transfer, feed, and toilet children, and to use low chairs
• Able to wash and disinfect toys and move small furniture and equipment
• Effective team player
• Knowledge of Manitoba Child Day Care Standards Act
• Completion of a 40-hour/CCA course recognized by Manitoba

Benefits of Working With Us

• Opportunity to make a difference in the lives of children and families
• Part of a larger community of professionals
• Ongoing training opportunities from St.Amant and MCCA
• Career advancement opportunities
• Excellent benefits package
• Competitive wages

The above description provides a general overview of the role; additional duties may be assigned within the role's scope.

St.Amant is a bilingual organization. Proficiency in both French and English is an asset.

Successful candidates will be required to provide a satisfactory Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening, among other background checks, and to complete occupational health checks including immunizations and COVID-19 vaccination proof.