Posted on February 25, 2025
Job Description
On-site child care worker – daycare position. Bathe, diaper and feed infants and toddlers; develop and implement child-care programs that support and promote the physical, cognitive, emotional and social development of children; storytelling; assist early childhood educators in carrying out programs that promote the physical, cognitive, emotional and social development of children; lead activities by telling or reading stories, teaching songs and taking children to local points of interest; assist early childhood educators or supervisors in keeping records; encourage children to express creativity through the media of art, dramatic play, music and physical activity; engage children in activities by telling stories, teaching songs and preparing crafts; guide and assist children in the development of proper eating, dressing and toilet habits; prepare snacks and arrange rooms or furniture for lunch and rest periods; observe children for signs of potential learning or behavioural problems and prepare reports for parents, guardians or supervisor; submit written observations on children to early childhood educators or supervisors; discuss progress and problems of children at staff meetings; knowledge of licensing regulations; establish guidelines for behaviour; attend staff meetings to discuss progress and problems of children; establish and maintain collaborative relationships with co-workers and community service providers working with children; plan and maintain an environment that protects the health, security and well-being of children; plan and organize activities for school-age children in child-care programs before and after regular school hours; supervise and co-ordinate activities of other early childhood educators and early childhood educator assistants.
Job Details
- Employer: Family Place
- Location: Merritt, British Columbia
- Wage: $18.25 to $25.00 per hour (to be negotiated)
- Hours: 30 to 40 hours per week, Permanent, Full-time
- Vacancies: 2
- Start date: As soon as possible
- NOC: 42202
Requirements
- College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
- 1 to less than 7 months of experience
- English
- Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely
- Child development worker (ECE level 2)
- Emergency child care first aid and CPR
- Early Childhood Education (ECE) Certificate
- First Aid Certificate
Benefits
- Free parking available
- Team building opportunities
- Wellness program
How to Apply
Apply by mail to:
Family Place
Merritt, BC V1K 1B8