Midland Child Care Assistant Teacher - YMCA of Simcoe/Muskoka

YMCA of Simcoe/Muskoka

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Midland, Canada

1 week ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

JOB TITLE:
Assistant Teacher

LOCATION:
Midland, Penetanguishene & Area

DEPARTMENT:
Child and Family Development

PLACEMENT:
Full-time, temporary contract; shared with a 10 month School Age position

HOURS OF WORK:

Monday to Friday: Please be aware that opening shifts can start as early as 6:45am and closing shifts can end as late as 6:00pm.

BENEFITS:

Complimentary access to virtual and/or inperson opportunities promoting health and fitness
Employee Assistance Program

GENERAL FUNCTION:

Under the direction of the Supervisor or Coordinator, the Assistant Teacher will ensure that all YMCA Child and Family Development Programs provide quality care, service and support to the participants and their families.

The Assistant Teacher is responsible for the planning and implementation of an age appropriate program designed to meet the developmental needs of the individual children following all legislative requirements from the Ministry of Education to ensure the health, safety and well-being of all children in his/her program.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provides quality care to all children in a licensed childcare environment
Actively engages with children and ensures supervision and safety of children at all times
Plans and implements a consistent childcentered program in accordance with YMCA curriculums Playing to Learn and A Place to Connect.
Complies with the Child Care Early Years Act, YMCA policies and the YMCA Child Protection Policy
Completes required documentation of children's development and interactions
Ensures positive, professional communication with families on an ongoing basis
Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

Passion for working with children and providing quality playbased learning within a licensed childcare setting
Welldeveloped interpersonal, and relationship building skills; ability to establish rapport with parents, children, staff and volunteers
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to use frequent light to medium physical effort: lifting up to 20 kg (44 lbs.), bending and stooping
Must be able to work outdoors for at least 2 hours daily yearround; may be exposed to heat, humidity or cold
Uptodate Standard First Aid and CPR (Level C) certification
Successful completion of Vulnerable Sector Screening within the last 6 months
Uptodate immunizations

Applications will remain open until January 29, 2023.

Please note only those individuals legally entitled to work in Canada will be considered for employment with the YMCA of Simcoe/Muskoka.

Please be advised that all offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a Police Records Check and Vulnerable Sector Screening.

The YMCA of Simcoe/Muskoka is committed to fair and accessible employment practices. Our goal is a diverse, inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Individuals needing employment accommodation in the hiring process or job postings in an alternative format may contact the Human Resources department.