Evening and Weekend Childcare Worker

Westside; Calgary; On-site; CAD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Westside in Calgary, Alberta is seeking an Evening & Weekend Childcare Worker to provide quality care for children ages 0-12 in the Child Development Centre. This hands-on role creates a welcoming, safe environment for children during evenings and weekends.

You will supervise, plan play-based activities, support families, and maintain safety and cleanliness of the play areas. Requires Level 1-ECE or equivalent and Alberta First Aid; you must be 18+ and willing to obtain a Vulnerable Sector Check.

Qualifications

• A minimum of Level 1-ECE certificate or equivalent.
• Current Alberta Approved First Aid (CSA Z1210-17).
• Clear Vulnerable Sector Search at applicant’s cost.
• Must be 18 years or older.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and care for children; provide snacks and hygiene.
• Plan age-appropriate, play-based activities.
• Ensure safety of children and staff.
• Communicate with parents and complete forms.
• Attend trainings and staff meetings.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety of equipment and areas.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Problem solving

Organization

Experience with children

Education

Level 1-ECE Certificate or Equivalent

Job description

The role of the Evening & Weekend Childcare Worker is to provide quality care for children ages 0-12 years in the Child Development Centre. This hands-on position will deliver an engaging, welcoming and safe environment for children while they explore in an open-ended play environment. This role will work on evenings and weekends as needed.

Responsibilities:

• To supervise and provide care to all children. The care of each child includes snacks, feeding, diapering, toileting, washing hands and faces
• Ensure safety of children and staff while in the facility
• To plan and implement age appropriate, play-based activities such as dramatic play, large and fine motor play, manipulative toys, reading, blocks, floor play, circle time, games and art activities
• Actively and enthusiastically participate with the children providing positive guidance
• To clean and maintain toys and equipment
• To set-up, take down and general maintenance of the equipment and facility area

Administrative:

• Attend any staff meetings/additional trainings
• Communication with parents, providing important information about their child's experiences
• Ensure medication forms, waiver forms, and authorization forms are completed
• Conduct sign-in and sign-out procedures at the greeting desk
• Keeping track of receipts for childminding payments
• Perform First Aid as required
• Complete Incident Report Forms as required
• Maintain activity areas to ensure cleanliness and safety
• Ensure the safety of participants and program area

Skills Required:

• Ability to work in a large team environment and independently
• Ability to work within a multi-age group setting
• Good communication and problem-solving skills
• Good organizational skills
• Experience with infants, toddlers and/or children

Physical/Psychological Demands:

• Ability to work in a fast-paced dynamic environment
• Ability to lift 20-25 lbsand work in a daily routine of sitting, standing, walking, bending, crouching, and kneeling
• The successful candidate must hold high ethical standards as they are working with a vulnerable population, and has access to confidential information

Qualifications:

• A Minimum of Level 1-Early Childhood Educator Certificate or Equivalent required

Must have current Alberta Approved First Aid training agency - CSA Standard Z1210-17 Intermediate First Aid

• Successful applicant must have a clear Vulnerable Sector Search at their own cost
• Must be a 18 years or older

Employment Term:

Part-time

• Special Events (as required, Friday/Saturday evenings)

Closing Date: Aug.21,2026
*Interviews will commence prior to the closing date

This position is not eligible for Provincial wage top up