Childminder (6-week Contract)

2 months ago


Nanaimo, Canada Nanaimo Community Kitchens Society Full time

**Job Posting: Childminder (6-Week Contract)Organization**: Nanaimo Community Kitchens Society**Location**: 80 Chapel Street, Nanaimo, BC**Position**: Childminder**Contract Length**: 6 Weeks (Every Thursday from October 10 - November 14, 2024) with potential to renew **Wage**: $22 per hour (3 hr shifts, 12:30 pm - 3:30 pm)

**About The Position**:
Nanaimo Community Kitchens Society is a non-profit organization that fosters community through cooking programs, offering accessible and healthy meals. The workshops are offered at an Island Health facility located in downtown Nanaimo. The onsite childminding area supports parents by providing a safe environment for children to play while parents participate in a cooking workshop.

**What we are looking for**:
We are looking for a compassionate, reliable, and experienced **Childminder** to care for children (aged 0 months to 5 years) during our Bellies to Babies Cooking Program. The role includes offering snacks, setting up toys, cleaning equipment, and creating a safe, welcoming environment.

**Duties and Responsibilities**:

- Supervise children aged 0 months to 5 years during the program (The program runs on Thursdays from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm, with additional setup and cleanup time).
- Engage children in age-appropriate activities and ensure their safety and well-being.
- Provide pre-approved snacks, ensuring dietary restrictions are followed.
- Clean and disinfect toys, childminding equipment, and surfaces before and after each session.
- Communicate with parents/guardians regarding child-related concerns (e.g., behaviors, diaper changes, etc.).
- Adhere to program safety guidelines, with basic first aid available if required.

**Qualifications**:

- Valid Criminal Record Check.
- Early Childhood Education (ECE) certificate or equivalent childminding experience/training.
- Experience working with children aged 6 months to 5 years.
- Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
- Reliable, competent, and compassionate.
- Ability to effectively engage with both children and parents.

**Contract Terms**:

- **Contract Start Date**: October 10, 2024.
- **Hours**: Thursdays, for 6 weeks, 12:30 pm - 3:30 pm (including setup and cleanup).
- **Location**: Public Health Unit, 80 Chapel Street, Nanaimo, BC.
- **Wage**: $22 per hour, with invoicing submitted bi-weekly.

**Job Type**: Fixed term contract
Contract length: 6 weeks

Pay: $22.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Flexible schedule
- On-site parking

Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 2024-10-10


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