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As the Nutritionist, you are responsible for preparing nutritious morning and afternoon snacks and lunch for 40 children aged 18 months to 6 years at the Whitmore Park Child Care Cooperative centre. You will create a four-week rotational menu based on The Healthy Start Program, while following Canada's Food Guide.
Skills
- Effective communication, written and verbal, and listening skills with children, parents and co-workers.
- Ability to work independently with large groups of children.
- Have a positive attitude towards work and take initiative to complete tasks.
- Ability to work in partnership with colleagues and other professionals to support children and their families.
- Ability to remain calm under pressure and/or emergency situations.
- Ability to effectively resolve conflict as per centre policy.
Knowledge & Experience
- Have a solid understanding of child care related legislation and related requirements.
- 1 + years previous experience in a related capacity.
- Familiar with Play and Exploration, Early Learning Program Guide.
- Familiar with Occupational Standards for Child Care Practitioners.
- Know and adhere to all policies and procedures set out in the staff handbook and Licensee Manual.
Education & Certifications
- Grade 12 diploma or equivalent
- Standard First Aid CPR/AED Level C
- Food Safety
- Proof of COVID-19 vaccination
Essential Skills
- Reading text
- Oral communication
- Working with others
- Problem solving
- Decision making
- Critical thinking
- Job task planning and organizing
- Finding information
- Continuous learning
- Significant use of memory
Children'S Ages
- 5 years
- 1 year
- 2 years
- 3 years
- 4 years
Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)
- First Aid Certificate
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certificate
- Food Safe Certificate
Early Childhood Education Skills
- Assess the developmental level of children
Additional Skills
- Order supplies and equipment
- Assist in housekeeping duties
Early Childhood Educator Assistant Skills
- Prepare and serve snacks
Work Setting
- Day-care centre
Ability to Supervise
- 16-20 people
Security and Safety
- Criminal record check (abstract)