early childhood assistant
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September 11, 2024
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Fort Erie International Academy
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*A Little Bit About Us:*
Fort Erie International Academy Childcare opened its doors to the public on November 7th, 2022. We have been 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.FEIA is currently not an accredited Montessori school, we simply blend Montessori elements into our early learning approaches.
*About You*
You are an enthusiast person who has a love of working with children and a passion for teaching. 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.
*Job Overview*
We are seeking a passionate Early Childhood Assistant 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.
* The constant supervision, safety, and well-being in a classroom of a set number of students
* 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
* Ensuring children are dressed appropriately for indoor and outdoor activities.
* Participating in the daily health check of children; records illness if applicable.
* Completing regular attendance checks (along with RECE) indoors, outdoors and on trips.
* Always knowing the number of children and noting headcounts on attendance verification at transitions.
* Always remaining professional. This includes, but is not limited to, refraining from gossiping about parents, children or other staff; limiting socializing when you are on duty; limiting personal phone calls; and respecting personal boundaries.
*Education and Experience*
* ECA diploma/certificate or equivalent or 1 year experience working with children
*Required Skills and Qualifications*
* 18 years or older.
* Clear Vulnerable Sector Check.
* Up to date immunizations as per Public Health.
* Standard First Aid with Child/Infant CPR.
* Ability to converse with peers/parents in a respectful, diplomatic and non-judgmental manner.
* Excellent skills in; written & verbal communication, patience, problem-solving, coaching, leading, and motivating children.
* 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 communicate in English fluently & effectively both orally and in writing.
* Ability to work in a team and as an individual.
*The following Skills Would Be an Asset*
* ·Experience working with children in a licensed facility
Hours - Full Time 35-40 hours a week
Monday to Friday 7:30am to 6:00pm
Morning shift, mid-day shift, Afternoon shift
Diversity and inclusion have always been at the core of our values. A diverse workforce with wide perspectives and creative i
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LocationFort Erie, ON
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Workplace information
On site
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SalaryNot available
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Terms of employment
Full time
- Start date
Starts as soon as possible
- vacancies
1 vacancy
- Source
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