Child Care Instructor

3 months ago

Hatchet Lake, Canada Resource Opportunities Centre - Prospect Road Community Centre Full time

**Scope of Responsibilities**:
The Child Care Instructor provides direct supervision to children registered in our Before & After School and Preschool Programs. Supported by the Head Child Care Instructor, this position will assist with set up/clean up for programs, engage and participate with children during program activities, and provide a safe environment for all children attending our programs.

**Competencies Required**:

- Creativity
- Organizational & time management skills, including the ability to pre-plan activities & supplies
- Strong communication skills; written and verbal
- Patience and a passion for helping children learn & grow
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Ability to collaborate and work as part of a team
- Ability to work independently, when needed.

**Qualifications**:

- Experience working in a child care setting required. Early Childhood Education or related educational experience preferred.
- First Aid, CPR and High Five or willingness to obtain
- Successful completion of a Criminal Record Check
- Successful screening through Child Abuse Registry.
- Must be legally entitled to work in Canada, must have resided in Nova Scotia at least six month prior to start of employment
- Note: proof of all of the above will be required.

**Specific Job Components**:

- Plan and lead various introductory level recreation programs (ie. Games, sports, crafts, etc) to children ages 2.5-12 years.
- Implement HIGH FIVE Principles of Healthy Childhood Development
- Adapt all activities to meet the needs of program participants and implement program curriculum based on age group, skill level, location, equipment, etc.
- Present activities in a way that is fun, engaging and develops the appropriate skills.
- Treat all students in a respectful, responsible and fair manner, respond appropriately to student initiated interactions and demonstrate fair judgment when coping with chaotic or conflicting situations.
- Maintain confidentiality as the norm in all issues related to students and parents.
- Provide a safe and positive environment for all participants, ensuring rules are established according to policies and procedures set forward by the program.
- Document and communicate any incidents, accidents or damages while supervising the program, along with recording and reporting program attendance.
- Provide quality customer service and interact professionally with all program participants, co-workers, parents and the public.
- Employ standard health practices.

**Hours**:This is a full time position working approximately 37.5 hours a week, year round.

During the school year (September to June) the schedule for this position will be:

- Before School Program - 7-8:45am
- Preschool Program - 9-12:15pm
- After School Program - 2:30-5pm

During the summer months (July & August) this position will work within our Summer Day Camp Program for a total of 7.5 hours daily. The exact hours per day will be determined according to the overall program schedule.

**Salary**:The starting wage for this position is $15.20/hr + 4% vacation pay (dependent on experience)

**Benefits**:

- Medical/Dental Benefits - Available after introductory period (co-pay)
- Free Fitness Centre Membership
- Opportunities to participate in PRCC Recreational/Sport Programs
- 15% off Facility Rentals
- Free Professional Development Opportunities

**Additional**:

- **Personal/Vacation Days**: After your introductory period you will be allotted a maximum of fifteen days per year, which accrue at a rate of 1.25 days per month. Unused personal days may be carried over to the next year to accumulate a maximum of 20 days per fiscal year.

**Start Date**:
October 21, 2024

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From $15.20 per hour

Expected hours: No more than 37.5 per week

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- On-site gym
- On-site parking
- Vision care

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Application question(s):

- Are you available to start on October 21, 2024?

**Education**:

- Secondary School (required)

**Experience**:

- Childcare: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2024-10-14
Expected start date: 2024-10-21

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