early childhood educator (ECE) assistant

Bright Star Montessori School Inc.; Parksville; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A local Montessori school in Parksville is seeking a dedicated childcare assistant. Responsibilities include engaging children in learning activities, maintaining daycare equipment, and collaborating with co-workers. A high school graduation certificate is required, along with a minimum of 7 months experience in child care. This permanent position offers 30 to 35 hours of work per week with benefits including free parking.

Benefits

Free parking

Other benefits

Qualifications

• 7 months to less than 1 year of experience in a relevant child-care role.

Responsibilities

• Assist co-workers in housekeeping and cooking duties.
• Engage children in activities by telling stories and teaching songs.
• Plan and organize activities for school-age children.

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Job description

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

• 7 months to less than 1 year

Responsibilities

• Assist co-workers in housekeeping and cooking duties
• Maintain daycare equipment
• Assist 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
• Engage children in activities by telling stories, teaching songs and preparing crafts
• Guide and assist children in the development of proper eating, dressing and toilet habits
• Prepare snacks and arrange rooms or furniture for lunch and rest periods
• Submit written observations on children to early childhood educators or supervisors
• Discuss progress and problems of children at staff meetings
• Knowledge of licensing regulations
• Attend staff meetings to discuss progress and problems of children
• 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
• Plan and organize activities for school-age children in child-care programs before and after regular school hours

Screening questions

• Are you available for the advertised start date?
• Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?

Other information

• Free parking available
• Other benefits
• Durée de l'emploi : Permanent
• Langue de travail : Anglais
• Heures de travail : 30 to 35 hours per week