The Early Childhood relief worker plays an important role in supporting a positive, engaging, and nurturing environment for children. This position provides flexible, on-call support to ensure children continue to receive high-quality care and programming when regular educators are away due to vacation, illness, training, or other absences.
In this role, you will work alongside a supportive team to help deliver fun, meaningful learning experiences for children in integrated settings. You will help bring daily activities to life, support routines, and contribute to a safe, welcoming environment where children feel encouraged to explore, learn, and grow.
This position is ideal for someone who enjoys working with children, thrives in a collaborative team environment, and is excited to step in and make a positive difference whenever support is needed.
Qualifications:
Base Corp orientation course - Level 1
Infant/Child C.P.R. and First Aid updated every 3 years
Criminal Record Check with vulnerable sector check
Responsibilities:
- Provide on-call and relief coverage for educators during vacations, sick leave, training days, or other staff absences.
- Assist and contribute to program planning and implementation for groups and individual children in integrated settings.
- Support educators in maintaining daily routines and learning environments when covering shifts.
- Follow all agency policies, procedures, and program philosophies.
- Assist in supervising children in the classroom, play areas, and during walks or field trips.
- Support children’s hygiene routines including bathroom use, diapering, and handwashing.
- Assist with snack and meal routines and promote healthy eating practices.
- Work collaboratively with team members to maintain consistent care and programming.
- Attend workshops and ongoing professional development sessions provided by the center when available.
- Adhere to the center's dress code and professional expectations.
- Participate in daily cleaning and sanitizing of toys, furniture, equipment, and classroom spaces.
- Ensure toys and equipment are safe and in good working condition.
- Demonstrate knowledge of the Child Care Licensing Act and general health and safety standards.
- Build positive relationships with children, families, staff, and the community.
- Support children’s emotional, social, and mental development through positive interactions.
- Assist children with washing, dressing, toileting, and eating to encourage independence and skill development.
- Maintain accurate documentation including attendance, diapering, meals, naps, and daily reports.
Pay: $19.14-$22.55 per hour
Licence/Certification:
- Early Learning Certificate (required)
Work Location: In person
