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 Summry**

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
- Good communication skills and ability to take initiative
- Fluency in English; other languages an asset

**You must have the following before we can call you for a shift**:

- Valid Emergency First Aid with CPR certificate
- Valid Food Safe Certificate
- Up-to-date immunization, T.B. test, and medical certificates are required

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

**Application Deadline**:
April 19, 2024 by 12:00 p.m. (EST). Rolling interviews will be conducted.

**Application Process**:
**Job Type**: Casual

**Salary**: $21.50 per hour

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2024-04-19