Hickory Creek Childcare Centre is currently accepting applications for our Float position of Early Childhood Educators and Assistants from qualified and motivated candidates. This is a contract position with potential to extend into permanent.

QUALIFICATIONS

• A current Vulnerable Sector Check from the Regional police from the last 6 months
• Current CPR/ First Aid Certification
• Food handlers certificate
• A passion for working with children
• Strong interpersonal skills to gain trust and respect of children and their parents
• The ability to maintain confidentiality at all times
• Experience in kitchen prep an asset
• Fluent oral and written English language communication skills;
• Skilled at working both independently and within a team context.
• Successful candidates will be required to provide a current and satisfactory Police Information Check including a Vulnerable Sector Search.

• Assist in developing and implementing child-care lunch and snack duties
• Plan and maintain an environment that protects the health, security and well-being of children
• Guide and assist children in the development of eating, dressing and toilet habits
• Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with co-workers and community service providers working with children
• Work in partnership to maintain cleanliness and organization of classroom materials
• Adhere to all centre policies and procedures
• Follow all guidelines according to Ministry of Education CCEYA and “how does learning happen” pedagogy
• Food prep, kitchen organization and Break Coverage for full time staff
• Base pay based on experience plus $2.00 WEG (base + $2.00)