Childminder (Supply)

**INTERNAL/EXTERNAL OCISO JOB POSTING**

**Position**:Childminder (Supply)

**Term**:Casual / On Call

**Reports to**:Manager, Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada (LINC)

**Location**: 1800 Bank St.

**About OCISO**

OCISO supports immigrants through the journey of making Canada their home by providing creative and responsive programs that are culturally and linguistically appropriate, by building community through mutual respect and partnerships, and by fostering healthy and inclusive spaces for open dialogue and healing.

**Position Summary**

The Childminder will implement a program which contributes to the physical, social, emotional, language and cognitive development of participating children in an environment that encourages respect for the values, customs and traditions of all cultures.

**Main Responsibilities**:

- Provide care to children aged 6 months to 6 years within the Childminder setting.
- Help children develop a passion for learning
- Approach a child's first learning years with enthusiasm and dedication
- Under the supervision of the Supervisor of Childminders; facilitate the delivery of a program which contributes to the physical, social, emotional, cognitive and language development of infant, toddler and pre-school children
- Provide referrals to community programs
- Provide services to parents and children in a supportive and culturally sensitive manner;
- Develop appropriate activities and games for the children
- Promotes health and hygiene to prevent the spread of illness by following best practices for hand washing, diapering, food preparation, and regular cleaning routines including sanitization of toys, kitchen, and other surfaces
- Keeps records pertinent to the program i.e. Attendance, Incidence etc.
- Follows policies and procedures as outlined by the Ministry in accordance with licensing policies and OCISO policies
- Performs other duties as necessary in the performance of the position and as assigned

**Qualifications**:

- ECE diploma preferred
- Experience working with infant, toddler, and pre-school children and their parents
- Proven ability to work effectively in a multi-disciplinary and multicultural team environment
- Valid Emergency First Aid with CPR certificate or must be willing to obtain within a set time frame
- Valid Food Safe Certificate or must be wiling to obtain within a set time frame
- Up-to-date immunization, T.B. test, and medical certificates are required
- Good communication skills and ability to take initiative
- Fluency in English; other languages an asset

**Salary**:
$21.50 per hour plus 4% vacation pay.

**Application Deadline**:
August 11, 2023 by 12:00 p.m. (EST). Rolling interviews will be conducted.

**Application Process**:
Please rename your cover letter and resume with your "First name_position title" (e.g., OCISO_CSLINC

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**Job Type**: Casual

**Salary**: $21.50 per hour

Licence/Certification:

- CPR Certification (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2023-08-11