Montessori Teacher

Government of Canada; Kamloops; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization is seeking a dedicated Child Care Worker in Kamloops to create and execute programs that foster children's development. This role involves supervising staff, maintaining equipment, and ensuring a safe and engaging environment for all children. Ideal candidates will possess relevant certifications and experience working with young children.

Benefits

Dental plan

Disability benefits

Health care plan

Vision care benefits

Group insurance benefits

Life insurance

Mileage paid

Qualifications

• 1 to 2 years in child care.
• Emergency child care first aid and CPR certification required.
• Member of the College of Early Childhood Educators (CECE) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement child-care programs for children.
• Supervise staff and engage children in activities.
• Prepare snacks and maintain a safe environment.

Skills

Attention to detail

Excellent written communication

Team player

Interpersonal awareness

Education

Early Childhood Education (ECE) Certificate

Montessori Early Childhood Teacher Certificate

Job description

Overview Languages

English

Education

• College/CEGEP
• or equivalent experience

Experience

1 year to less than 2 years

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work setting

• Child care centre
• Urban area
• Kindergarten
• Before and after school programs

Responsibilities Tasks

• Develop and implement child-care programs that support and promote the physical, cognitive, emotional and social development of children
• Maintain daycare equipment
• Supervise staff, trainees or volunteers
• Lead activities by telling or reading stories, teaching songs and taking children to local points of interest
• Assist early childhood educators or supervisors in keeping records
• Encourage children to express creativity through the media of art, dramatic play, music and physical activity
• 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
• Observe children for signs of potential learning or behavioural problems and prepare reports for parents, guardians or supervisor
• Submit written observations on children to early childhood educators or supervisors
• Knowledge of licensing regulations
• Establish guidelines for behaviour
• 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

Supervision

• 1 to 2 people

Credentials Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Emergency child care first aid and CPR
• Member of the College of Early Childhood Educators (CECE)
• Early Childhood Education (ECE) Certificate
• Montessori Early Childhood Teacher Certificate

Experience and specialization Target audience

• Children

Additional information Security and safety

• Criminal record check
• Immunization records
• Bondable

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Repetitive tasks
• Attention to detail
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Manual dexterity

Personal suitability

• Punctuality
• Dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Flexibility
• Interpersonal awareness
• Judgement
• Reliability
• Team player
• Values and ethics
• Ability to multitask

Benefits Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Group insurance benefits
• Life insurance
• Mileage paid