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Reporting to the Language Program Manager the Child Minding Coordinator will be responsible for the development and implementation of the Evening Child Minding Program. They will provide quality care with a child-centered approach to the children participating in the program ensuring their health and safety.
Duties & Responsibilities
-follow and ensure that all child minding program requirements are being met
-plan and implement activities for children in accordance with the program philosophy
-welcome and interact with newcomer children and their parents
-provide activities and experiences that meet the individual development needs of the children
-maintain various records and reporting
-Inspect program space for safety issues and seek corrective action according to procedures
-oversee and supervise other program staff and/or volunteers (where applicable)
-end of shift cleaning and sanitizing
Qualifications
-ECE Level 2 preferred but will consider an equivalent combination of education and experience
-First Aid and CPR Certification
-Valid Criminal Record and Vulnerable Sector check
-Understanding and awareness of settlement issues and the concerns of newcomers
-Understanding of the programming needs of children who are in care for short periods of time
Essential Skills
- Oral communication
- Problem solving
- Decision making
- Critical thinking
- Continuous learning
Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)
- First Aid Certificate
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certificate
Early Childhood Education Skills
- Provide opportunity for creative expression through the mediums of art, dramatic play and music
- Provide supervision and guidance of daily activities, field trips and special activities
- Plan and develop child care and nursery school programs
- Knowledge of licensing regulations
Additional Skills
- Supervise staff, trainees or volunteers
- Maintain day care supplies and equipment
- Assist in housekeeping duties
- Assist in maintaining records of children
Work Setting
- Multicultural setting
Ability to Supervise
- 5-10 people
Security and Safety
- Basic security clearance
- Child abuse registry check