Early Learning Assistant

Duties and Responsibilities

• Support childcare centre operations, including:
  • Ensuring the centre meets legal requirements, including licensing regulations.
  • Assisting in the development of childcare programs.
  • Keeping up to date on issues related to program design and delivery.
• Support children and families, including:
  • Guiding and assisting children during activities, routines, and transition times.
  • Communicating with supervisors and families to arrange alternate pickup for late children.
  • Maintaining the health and safety of children, including implementing monthly fire drills.
• Maintain professional and administrative responsibilities, including:
  • Respecting confidentiality when working with parents, children, and staff.
  • Relating to parents, children, and other staff members in a professional and ethical manner.
  • Ensuring proper forms are completed and records are maintained.
  • Preparing written documents to meet program information and communication needs.
  • Completing other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Education and certification:
  • Early Childhood Education diploma or degree will be considered an asset.
  • Registered member in good standing with the College of Early Childhood Educators considered an asset.
  • Current First Aid/CPR certificate.
  • Vulnerable Sector Criminal Record Check is required as a condition of employment.
• Experience and knowledge:
  • 1–2 years of related experience considered an asset.
  • Solid understanding of child development.
  • Knowledge of First Nations culture and language would be an asset.
  • Knowledge of the community considered an asset.
• Skills and requirements:
  • Ability to maintain effective working relationships with families, colleagues, service providers, and regulatory program advisors.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • Exceptional interpersonal skills.
  • Adequate energy level and ability to meet the physical demands of the job.
  • Valid Class G driver’s licence is required.