Temporary Child Care Provider

School District #51 (Boundary); Grand Forks; On-site; CAD 33,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

School District No. 51 (Boundary) is seeking a Temporary Child Care Provider for Dr. D.A.

Perley Elementary. The assignment runs Oct 21, 2026 through June 28, 2027, for two and a half hours daily, four days per week, 3:30 pm–6:00 pm while students are in session. The role emphasizes implementing age-appropriate activities, building positive relationships with staff, families and children, and maintaining confidentiality.

Qualifications

• The candidate should have a Grade 12 credential and at least 20 hours of coursework in child development, guidance, health and safety, or nutrition.
• Minimum three months of recent youth/children experience is required.
• Valid Child Safe first aid or willingness to obtain it; clear criminal record check; up-to-date immunizations as required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with age-appropriate activities before/after school in line with daily schedules and program objectives.
• Establish positive relationships with school staff, families, and children.
• Support information flow between children, families and child care colleagues.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Follow policies and procedures from school, district, and regulatory bodies.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Education

Grade 12 + 20h child development course

Job description

Temporary Child Care Provider

for the position of \"TEMPORARY CHILD CARE PROVIDER ” with School District No. 51 (Boundary), with assignment to Dr. D.A. Perley Elementary , effective Oct 21, 2026 until June 28, 2027

The position is of two (2) hours and half (.5) per day, four (4) days per week, with start time of 3:30 pm to 6:00 pm and while students are in session.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assists with the implementation of age-appropriate activities for before and/or after school care in accordance with daily schedules and program objectives.
• Establishes positive working relationships with school staff, community partners, families, and children.
• Supports the transition of information between children, families and child care colleagues.
• Maintains the confidentiality of sensitive information seen or heard.
• Understands and acts in accordance with relevant policies and procedures from the school, District, Ministry of Education and Child Care, Child Care Licensing Regulation, and WorkSafeBC.

Applicants should have:

• Grade 12 plus completion of a course, or a combination of courses, of at least 20 hours duration in child development, guidance, health and safety, or nutrition.
• A minimum of three (3) months of recent experience working with youth and children.
• Valid Child Safe first aid certificate or willingness to attain the requirement.
• Clear criminal record check and up to date Immunizations as required by the Child Care Licensing Regulation.
• Minimum 19 years of age in accordance with the Community Care and Assisted Living Act, Child Care Licensing Regulations.
• Demonstrated evidence of strong communication skills (verbal, written and electronic formats) and ability to work as part of a team with colleagues, parents, and children.
• Strong problem-solving and organizational skills and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Possess the personality, ability, and temperament to provide care and mature guidance to children.

Hours and duties to be performed will be assigned by the Principal or designate.

The salary for this position is $27.90 per hour.