CASUAL (SUPPLY) CHILDCARE EDUCATOR

Casual (Supply) Childcare Educator
YW Jean Steckle Childcare Centre

DUTIES:

• To provide classroom coverage
  
• To provide support and assistance to part-time and full-time childcare staff with daily centre routines and in the delivery of stimulating, developmentally appropriate play-based programming
  
• To provide a warm and nurturing environment for children and families
  
• To ensure the health and safety of the children
  
• To act as a positive role model for the children

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Diploma in Early Childhood Education or equivalent would be an asset
  
• Standard First Aid and CPR-C certification
  
• Knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices
  
• Demonstrated excellent interpersonal and communication skills
  
• Experience working with children in a licensed childcare setting
  
• Proven ability to work as an effective team member

YW employees are expected to demonstrate respect, empathy, and accountability to the people who access our services, and to attend work regularly as regular attendance is critical to maintaining the highest quality and level of service expected in delivering services.

Pay rate: $19.226 per hour, with an additional 2% in lieu of benefits
Hours: Shifts vary based on need

Please respond in writing, indicating how you became aware of this posting by June 28, 2021 to:

​Elaine Bridgwater, Manager
YW Jean Steckle Childcare Centre
130 Woodbine Avenue
Kitchener, ON N2R 1X9
Email: Elaine.Bridgwater@ywkw.ca

YW is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from individuals of all races, colour, ethnic origin, religions, abilities, gender identity, and sexual orientations.

No phone calls please. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

YW is committed to providing accommodations to people with disabilities throughout the hiring process. If you require accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs