Aide - Daycare

Summit Start is considered a leader in the area of childcare because of the safe, healthy and nurturing spaces that we create for our young minds. Our mission at Summit is to make a better world, one child at a time and thus be an integral part of raising the next generation.

We have differentiated ourselves through our dynamic, vibrant culture and is an employer of choice for many.

**Summit Start Chestermere**is looking for an **Aide**to join our team, and add their values, positivity and professional energy to the environment we create for our kids.

**Responsibilities** include but are not limited to the following:

- Provide one-on-one support to children with various levels of special needs
- Effectively deal with behavioral concerns to ensure positive outcome for the child
- Support, plan and lead appropriate emergent programming directed at supporting the child's needs and based on Summit’s foundational components.
- Observe and document the child’s development in both group set-up & one-on-one interactions.
- Ensure health and safety of all children in assigned groups.
- Build positive relationships with parents, children and co-workers.

**Requirements**:

- Ability to create a nurturing and inspiring environment for kids ages 6 months to 5 years.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
- Experience working with special needs.
- Clear Criminal Record Check including that of Vulnerable Sector Search obtained within the last 6 months.
- Valid Standard First Aid Certification with CPR Level B or C.
- Level 1 Alberta ECE certificate.
- Prior experience working with children with special needs or who require additional care and support.
- Ability to work as a team and collaborate with co-workers to create a great culture and work environment for everyone.

Compensation Includes:

- $17.00 per hour
- Government Wage Top up - Aides are eligible for an additional Wage Top-up of $2.64 per hour
- Paid flex days - Because, who doesn't need a break now and then
- 100% employer paid comprehensive benefits program for the employee, including low rates on prescription medications.
- Extended health & dental option for dependents at affordable rates.
- Training & professional development.

We assure our employees super fun staff events and a great culture that they will always want to be part of.

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

Pay: $19.64 per hour

Expected hours: 35 - 40 per week

Additional pay:

- Overtime pay

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Discounted or free food
- Extended health care
- Flexible schedule
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision care
- Wellness program

Flexible language requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Chestermere, AB T1X 0V2: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Application question(s):

- Do you have experience working with children with special needs?

Licence/Certification:

- Alberta ECE Level 1 certificate (preferred)

Work Location: In person