Responsible Adult (Child Care)

Neskonlith; Neskonlith 1; On-site; CAD 22,000 - 31,000; Part time

Job summary

Neskonlith's Sk’atsin Child Care Centre in Chase, BC is seeking a caring Responsible Adult to support our early learning team. Under the guidance of certified educators, the Responsible Adult helps with daily routines, children’s engagement, set-up/tear-down, and a safe, welcoming environment rooted in cultural respect and inclusion.

The role is part-time with Mondays and Tuesdays, 8:30 AM–3:30 PM; wage is $20–$23 per hour, commensurate with experience, with potential to expand to more

Qualifications

• Minimum 19 years of age.
• Responsible Adult training (20 hours) or equivalent coursework/experience.
• Clear Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector is required prior to start.
• Experience with children 0–5 is an asset.
• First Aid/CPR (Child Care level) preferred or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Support children during play, routines, transitions, and outdoor time under the direction of ECE staff.
• Assist with set-up and tidy-up of learning areas, materials, and activities.
• Encourage self-help skills (handwashing, dressing for outdoors, tidying).
• Help with snacks/lunch (handing out food, wiping tables, basic clean-up).
• Follow health and safety routines, including cleaning/sanitizing toys/materials.
• Model positive guidance, inclusion, and culturally safe practices.
• Communicate with the team and follow centre policies and procedures.

Skills

Strong communication

Patience and empathy

Outdoor supervision

Education

Responsible Adult training (20 hours)

First Aid/CPR (Child Care level)

Tools

First Aid/CPR (Child Care level)

Criminal Record Check

Job description

Position Title: Responsible Adult (Child Care)

Reporting to: Daycare Manager
Status: Part-time: Mondays & Tuesdays, 8:30 AM–3:30 PM; potential to expand to more days/hours and a near full-time role for the right candidate
Wage: Hourly; commensurate with experience ($20 – $23hour)
Location: Sk’atsin Child Care Centre – Chase, BC
Start Date: ASAP

Job Summary

Sk’atsin Child Care Centre is seeking a caring, reliable Responsible Adult to support our early learning team. Under the guidance of certified educators, the Responsible Adult helps with daily routines, children’s engagement, set-up/clean-up, and a safe, welcoming environment rooted in cultural respect and inclusion.

Key Responsibilities

• Support children during play, routines, transitions, and outdoor time under the direction of ECE staff
• Assist with set-up and tidy-up of learning areas, materials, and activities
• Encourage self-help skills (handwashing, dressing for outdoors, tidying)
• Help with snacks/lunch (handing out food, wiping tables, basic clean-up)
• Follow health & safety routines, including cleaning/sanitizing toys/materials
• Model positive guidance, inclusion, and culturally safe practices
• Communicate with the team and follow centre policies and procedures

Qualifications (Responsible Adult – BC)

• Minimum 19 years of age
• Responsible Adult training (20 hours) or equivalent coursework/experience in child development, guidance, and health/safety/nutrition
• Clear Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector (required prior to start)
• Experience working/volunteering with children 0–5 is an asset
• First Aid/CPR (Child Care level) preferred (or willingness to obtain)
• Reliable, warm, and team-oriented; able to work outdoors in all weather and lift up to ~30 lbs

Assets

• Familiarity with Secwépemc/Indigenous ways of knowing and community
• FoodSafe I, additional childcare workshops, or language skills