A Little Bit About Us:
Rivergate Academy, formerly operating as Fort Erie International Academy Childcare, is committed to creating a safe, nurturing environment for children in which they can learn and grow physically, emotionally, creatively, intellectually, and socially at their own pace. We want to help children develop confidence, and self-esteem by treating them as unique individuals, and allowing them to express themselves in a variety of facets. Rivergate Academy is currently not an accredited Montessori school, we simply blend Montessori elements into our early learning approaches.
About You
You are an enthusiast individual with a love of working with children . You have a positive can-do attitude, excellent English language skills and outstanding interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships with colleagues, parents, and children. If you want to be part of a growing organization, a team of ECE and ECA who work together as a team in a fun and family environment then this could be an exciting opportunity for you to join our team.
Job Overview
Due to the continued rapid growth and expansion of our daycare we are seeking 4 passionate Early Childhood Assistants to join our team and contribute to the development and education of young children. This role involves creating a nurturing and stimulating environment to facilitate children's growth and learning.
As an Early Childcare Assistant, you will be responsible for:
- Support early childhood educators in carrying out programs that promote the physical, cognitive, emotional and social development of children.
- Engage children in activities by telling stories, teaching songs and preparing crafts.
- Prepare snacks and arrange rooms or furniture for lunch and rest periods.
- Assisting children in their daily routines (lunches/nap time/recess/washroom routines) under supervision of RECE’s aimed at enhancing the children’s cognitive, physical, social and emotional development.
- Responding with sensitivity to the needs of individual children and their families, respecting diversities in age, sex, developmental level, religion, sexual orientation, and cultural background.
- Releasing/accepting kids from the daycare.
- Participating in the daily health check of children; records illness if applicable.
- Completing regular attendance checks (along with RECE) indoors, outdoors and on trips.
Education and Experience
- 1 year experience working with children in childcare setting.
- ECA Diploma / Certificate is an asset.
Required Skills and Qualifications
- 18 years or older.
- Up to date immunizations as per Public Health.
- Standard First Aid with Child/Infant CPR.
- Ability to communicate in english fluently & effectively both orally and in writing.
- Fundamental knowledge of the CCEYA, Child and Family Services Act and Children’s Services AQI, HDLH & Ontario Pedagogy with the ability to meet the specifications of these acts and any other related regulations that apply to this work.
- Flexible, punctual, responsible and approachable.
- Ability to work in a team and as an individual.
Diversity and inclusion have always been at the core of our values. A diverse workforce with wide perspectives and creative ideas benefits our students, the communities where we operate and all of us as colleagues. We welcome applications from qualified individuals from all backgrounds.
Persons with disabilities who need accommodation in the application process or those needing job postings in an alternative format may e-mail a request to [email protected].
Please note that all pre-screening questions must be completed in full to be considered for this position. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed.
We thank all applicants for showing an interest in this position. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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By applying for this position, you confirm that the information provided in your resume and application is accurate. Providing misleading or false information will result in the immediate withdrawal of your candidacy.
As a condition of employment, a satisfactory Vulnerable Persons Screening report must be provided.
Pay: $24.00-$27.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
