Program: ALL age groups
Compensation $21.33 (inclusive of Provincial Wage Enhancement Grant) or dependent upon current level within Schoolhouse Playcare Centres of Durham
Locations
Ormiston (Whitby) Permanent Part Time 10 month 20 hrs/week minimum are guaranteed, but you must be available up to 37.5 hrs/week if needed to meet ratios.
IMPORTANT
This position requires the ability to work any/all shifts deemed necessary for operations at the discretion of the centre Supervisor. It can change daily, weekly, etc.
These positions are a guaranteed 20 hours per week but require flexible scheduling.
***you must have daily access to a vehicle, as you may be deployed to nearby centres
Who We Are
Schoolhouse Playcare Centres of Durham is a non-profit licensed childcare operator serving children from 0 – 12 years of age across Durham Region. We believe that children and their families deserve high-quality learning environments that are responsive to the children’s interests and unique needs. We are committed to working in partnership with others to support our children, their families, and our employees in reaching their full potential.
If you are looking to have a positive impact in the lives of children in a FUN active environment, we look forward to hearing from you!
The Role
Reporting to the Supervisor of Child Care, the Child Care Assistant is responsible for the overall learning and care of the children in the program. Working as part of a team, the Child Care Assistant will develop and implement programs, maintain safe environments, work collaboratively with families, maintain professional relationships, and adhere to the Child Care and Early Years Act.
Does This Sound Like YOU?
- Wanting to gain experience & exposure to different learning environments
- Looking to belong to a positive, inclusive workplace culture
- Enjoy co-learning along with children, guiding them through their growth & development
- Enthusiastic about having a positive impact in the lives of children
Responsibilities:
- Ensures all children and families are provided with a high-quality childcare experience, and provides ongoing support to families as needed
- Recognizes and celebrates the uniqueness of all children, builds rapport, and manages group behaviour while ensuring a physically and psychologically safe environment
- Attends and fully participates in all employee orientation, training, meetings, and family events as outlined by the Supervisor
The Ideal Candidate – Qualifications, Education and Experience
- Experience working with children within a recreational or licensed childcare setting
- Valid up to date Standard First Aid with CPR C (prior to the start of the position)
- Ability to effectively respond to the individual/unique needs of children
- Understands the legal responsibilities and moral imperative to report suspected child abuse to Child Protection Services
What we offer our employees:
- A very competitive wage and benefit package.
- Upon completion of 24 months of consecutive services, you are eligible to participate in our Pension Plan
- Permanent employees receive a 20% discounted rate to enroll their child in our school age programs.
- Permanent employees start with 6% (3 weeks) vacation accumulation, 3 floater days and accumulate 10 sick days per year (but are not paid out)
- Benefits are offered to permanent part time (17.5 hours per week) and full-time employees, and the premiums are employer paid.
- Professional growth and development with regular ongoing performance reviews
- A fun, diverse and inclusive work environment
Interested applicants should submit their cover letter and resume to Olivia Rellinger via e-mail to careers@schoolhouseplaycare.ca
Internal applicants - please include a “Performance Overview” completed by your Supervisor. Please indicate in your application, the location and position you are applying for.
Closing Date: Ongoing until positions are filled
We thank everyone who has submitted their applications; however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Schoolhouse Playcare is an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to a selection process and work environment that is inclusive and barrier free. Accommodation will be provided in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code. Applicants need to make any accommodation requests for the interview or selection process known in advance by contacting Human Resources.