Childcare Assistant, Part-Time
- Grande Cache, AB, Canada
Part-time
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Job details
- Job type
- Part-time
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- Working hours
- 15 hours per week
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
We Are Accepting Applications For The Following
Position: Childcare Assistant
Location:
Start Date: Immediately until June 29, 2027
Hours of work: 15 hours per week, 3.0 hours per day, 8:30-11:30am ( Monday to Friday, inclusive 10 months per year, as per the CUPE Collective Agreement)
The competition will remain open until: October 28, 2026, 12:00 pm MST
Reports To
Works under the direction and supervision of the Childcare Worker and/or the School Principal.
Summary
The Childcare Assistant provides assistance in ensuring safety of the students and day-to-day operations of the center and follows the guidance and instruction of the Childcare Worker.
Duties
The duties of this position are not limited to the listed components, but will encompass 80% of the assigned duties on a regular basis.
To apply to this posting, you are required to log into your account below and click the “apply” button at the bottom of the page. ONLY ONLINE APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED.
Position: Childcare Assistant
Location:
Start Date: Immediately until June 29, 2027
Hours of work: 15 hours per week, 3.0 hours per day, 8:30-11:30am ( Monday to Friday, inclusive 10 months per year, as per the CUPE Collective Agreement)
The competition will remain open until: October 28, 2026, 12:00 pm MST
Reports To
Works under the direction and supervision of the Childcare Worker and/or the School Principal.
Summary
The Childcare Assistant provides assistance in ensuring safety of the students and day-to-day operations of the center and follows the guidance and instruction of the Childcare Worker.
Duties
The duties of this position are not limited to the listed components, but will encompass 80% of the assigned duties on a regular basis.
- Assists with preparation of program-related materials and resources.
- Uses computers and other specialized equipment to provide support.
- Monitors students’ daily arrival, dismissal, and lunch/playground activities.
- Accompanies students on outings within the community and transport students as required.
- Will assist and/or provide personal and physical care as required.
- Reports safety and discipline concerns to the Childcare Worker and/or Principal.
- Follows the Junior Kindergarten’s daily routine.
- Supervises all children while providing a safe, supportive, and nurturing environment.
- Builds positive relationships with parents and communicates regularly with them.
- Performs other assigned duties that are within the area of knowledge and skills required by the job description.
- Possess Level 1 Early Childhood Educator Certification or acquire Certification within 6 months of hire into this role.
- Completion of grade 12 diploma or equivalent.
- Technology and computer-related skills.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to identify and solve problems.
- Self-motivated, self-directed, and flexible.
- Excellent organizational skills.
- Ability to work with minimal supervision and as a team player.
- Physical ability to perform the required duties.
- Vulnerable Sector Check
- Intervention Check
- Evidence of a Grade 12 Diploma or equivalent
- A cover letter and resume
- The resume must highlight professional qualifications, relevant training and experience.
- Please include a list of three references with permission for Grande Yellowhead Public School Division to contact any or all references.
To apply to this posting, you are required to log into your account below and click the “apply” button at the bottom of the page. ONLY ONLINE APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED.
More about this job
Responsibilities
Assist the Childcare Worker with program preparation, student supervision, daily routines, and the safe operation of the childcare center. Support student care and activities, communicate with parents, accompany students on outings, and report safety or discipline concerns.
Requirements
Applicants must have Level 1 Early Childhood Educator Certification or obtain it within six months of hire, and must have a high school diploma or equivalent. The role also requires computer skills, strong communication and organizational abilities, problem-solving, flexibility, teamwork, and the physical ability to perform the duties.
Skills
- Child Supervision
- Student Safety
- Early Childhood Education
- Program Preparation
- Computer Skills
- Communication
- Problem-Solving
- Organization
- Teamwork
- Flexibility
- Personal Care
- Parent Communication
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Categories
- Education
- Social Services
- Security & Safety
Keywords
- Childcare Assistant
- Early Childhood Educator Certification
- Level 1 Certification
- Junior Kindergarten
- Student Supervision
- Child Safety
- Daily Routines
- Program Materials
- Computer Skills
- Student Arrival
- Student Dismissal
- Lunch Activities
- Playground Activities
- Community Outings
- Student Transportation
- Personal Care
- Physical Care
- Parent Communication
- Safety Reporting
- Discipline Reporting
- Vulnerable Sector Check
- Intervention Check
- High School Diploma