Child Care Worker

Job Summary
The Child Care Worker at New Beginnings Young Parent Daycare and at the Eagle’s Nest Early Learning Centre will plan and implement a developmentally appropriate childcare program, offering a nurturing environment for the care of children, encouraging their intellectual, physical, and emotional growth. This position will require knowledge of the Early Learning Framework and will work in close cooperation with the Child Care Supervisor, school staff and other Child Care Workers.

Your Role:

Archway’s Child Care Worker with New Beginnings and Eagle’s Nest contributes by:

Working with the children, family, staff, and supervisor to provide an engaging early childhood experience.
Carrying out developmentally appropriate activities and experiences for the children, which may include indoor/outdoor, and active/quiet activities.
Attending to the children’s physical needs which may include toileting, eating, sleeping, and other basic needs.
Attending to the children’s psychological and emotional needs which may include cuddling, rocking, and holding the child.
Providing a healthy, safe, caring, and nurturing environment. Administering First Aid when necessary. Observing and removing potential hazards.
Building and maintaining relationships with the parents/caregivers, either in person or over the phone.
Using the Early Learning Framework and emergent curriculum to provide an environment that reflects the interests of the child.
This position is a great fit for someone who is passionate about early childhood education, enjoys creating nurturing and developmentally appropriate environments, and excels in building supportive relationships with children and their families. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, knowledge of the BC Early Learning Framework, and the ability to engage with diverse backgrounds. They should be adept at addressing both the physical and emotional needs of children, ensuring a safe and healthy environment, and collaborating effectively with staff and community partners.
Our Offer
Wage: $29.10 to $30.16 per hour, dependent on education.
Part time, permanent: 25 hours per week, Monday to Friday.
Benefits include:

Three weeks’ pro-rated vacation in your first year, four weeks’ pro-rated in your second year.
A great benefits package including extended health and dental, you choose your plan.
Employee and Family Assistance Program that includes online access to wellness resources.
Great in-house training opportunities.
Work-life balance.
Rewarding work in a positive and caring environment.

Getting an Interview–you will be considered if you have:
Infant / Toddler License to Practice preferred or ECE license to practice.
One year experience providing care to children.
Knowledge of the Early Learning Framework.

The Job Requires you to have::

The ability to collaborate and work with family, staff, and community partners to provide a holistic and nurturing environment for the child.
The ability to adapt and engage, which reflects the needs and interest of the child.
The ability to work in an environment where there is a high level of noise and distraction from children.
The ability to pay close attention to the child’s physical and emotional needs.
The ability to be involved in direct delivery of activities which may include moderate physical activity of walking, standing, bending, and lifting children up to 40 lbs.
A satisfactory Criminal Record Check is a condition of employment.
A current First Aid certificate is a condition of employment.