Childcare Assistant - Toronto, Canada - Viva Kids Academy

Viva Kids Academy

Verified Company

Toronto, Canada

4 days ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

beBee Recruiter

Description

About us

Viva Kids Academy is a Reggio Emilia-inspired early learning centre that educates and enriches the minds and lives of our young learners.

We embrace the Reggio Emilia philosophy, whose guiding principles encourage self-expression and critical thinking to teach our kids the value of being self-motivated explorers, life-long learners.

Viva Kids is looking for energetic, friendly and reliable people to join our team. We are looking for educators to fill positions on a part-time or on-call basis.

If you have experience with young children and enjoy working in a team environment, we would love to hear from you.

Responsibilities:

Provide a safe and nurturing environment for children in your care
Plan and implement ageappropriate activities and educational programs
Supervise children during playtime, meals, and rest periods
Maintain open and effective communication with parents or guardians
Ensure the health, safety, and wellbeing of all children at all times
Keep records of children's progress, routines, and any incidents that occur

Qualifications:

Previous experience working with children in a caregiving role
Knowledge of early childhood education principles and practices
Ability to engage and educate children through creative activities
Strong communication skills to effectively interact with children, parents, and staff
Ability to maintain a clean and organized classroom environment
Patience, empathy, and a genuine love for working with children
Must be available to work between the hours of 7:30 a.m.

6:00 p.m, Monday to Friday.

Must have an understanding of Childcare policies and procedures.
Demonstrate ability to form strong, trusting relationships quickly with children, parents and staff.
Be comfortable working within a range of ages. Infant, Toddler and Preschool.
Ability to learn and follow routines quickly and effectively.
Knowledge of How Does Learning Happen?
Must have Standard First Aid and CPR-Level C.

Pay:
$18.55-$20.00 per hour

Expected hours:
No less than 35 per week

Benefits: