Childminder
3 months ago
**Four Directions Family Support Program**
**Childminding Facilitator**
**Up to 20 hours per week**
**Start Date: ASAP**
**Application Deadline**:October 11, 2024.
We are seeking a patient, empathetic Indigenous individual with a passion for working with young children. The primary focus of the Childminder will be to provide safe and supportive care for children aged 1 month to 6 years while their parents/guardians participate in our drop-in programs. The Childminder will create a nurturing and engaging environment, promoting healthy development through play-based learning, focusing on cultural awareness and emotional well-being. The role requires collaboration with program facilitators to ensure seamless integration of childminding services into existing programming.
**Key Responsibilities**:
- Supervise and engage children in play-based activities designed to promote emotional, mental, physical, and spiritual development
- Provide a culturally inclusive environment that respects Indigenous cultural values, beliefs, and traditions
- Assist children in expressing emotions, developing problem-solving skills, and building self-awareness and confidence
- Ensure a safe, clean, and welcoming space for children
- Collaborate with facilitators on workshops and activities tailored to the needs of the children
- Complete necessary documentation and reports as required by the program coordinator
**Qualifications & Skills**:
- Previous experience working with children, preferably in a group setting
- Knowledge or willingness to learn about Indigenous cultural practices
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to create a positive, safe, and nurturing environment for children
**Additional Requirements**:
- Ability to work flexible hours based on program needs
- Ability to get to and from location each day
- First Aid and CPR certification required
- Child intervention check required
- Criminal record check with a vulnerable sector screening required
**Job Type**: Part-time
Pay: $15.00-$21.00 per hour
Expected hours: No more than 20 per week
Flexible language requirement:
- French not required
Schedule:
- Evening shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Application question(s):
- Do you have a current (within 6 months) criminal record/vulnerable sector check and child intervention check?
- Do you have experience working in and Indigenous non-profit setting?
- Are you available to work in the evenings and weekends?
**Experience**:
- Experience with children: 2 years (required)
Licence/Certification:
- First Aid Certification (required)
- CPR Certification (required)
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 2024-10-11
Expected start date: 2024-10-12
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