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Division: Integrated Services for Newcomers
Program: Settlement & Family Services - MECD-FRC
Employment Type: Casual
Number of Positions: 2

EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:

• Certification as Licensed BC Early Childhood Educator to work with infants and toddlers is an asset
• Certification in First Aid with specialization in emergency childcare
• Certification in Foodsafe is an asset
• Minimum 2 years of childminding experience
• Experience working with children from different age groups
• Experience working with children with extra support needs
• Experience working with immigrants, newcomers and/or refugees
• Experience with multicultural clientele and immigrant-related services
• Knowledge of age-appropriate activities and developmental needs of infants and toddlers
• Knowledge of common family and parenting issues and needs in an intercultural context
• Knowledge of local community resources for immigrants and newcomers

JOB SKILL AND ABILITIES:

• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Additional languages considered an asset
• Excellent interpersonal and intercultural communication skills
• Excellent technical skills in MS office and web-based applications (e.g. MS Teams and Zoom)
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills
• Ability to work independently and in a cooperative team environment
• Ability to handle the physical demands of childminding

• Provides childminding for children between birth and 5 years old in partnership, guidance, and support of the MECD Program Staff.
• Ensures equipment in the facility is maintained, operational, and safe at all times.
• Remains up to date on emergency procedures and childminding regulations.
• Keeps parents informed of program expectations, activities, and their child’s progress in a clear, appropriate, and sensitive manner.
• Maintains a positive and supportive relationship with parents, staff, and community partners.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by Program Manager.