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Posted July 26, 2016
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EXTERNAL JOB POSTING
Applications are invited for the position of:
CASUAL YOUTH DEVELOPMENT WORKER
(unionized position)
DUTIES:
- To provide classroom coverage
- To provide support and assistance in the delivery of engaging and developmentally appropriate activities for 8 - 12 year olds which allow for choice, creativity, and independence
- To ensure the health and safety of the children in your care
- To follow daily schedules and take responsibility for clean up and organization of supplies
- To act as a positive role model for the children
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Early Childhood Education, Recreation and Leisure, Child and Youth Worker or related degree would be an asset
- Experience working with School Age children, preferably in a childcare, education or recreation setting
- Understanding of the Day Nurseries Act and familiarity with the use of assessment tools such as ECERS, ITERS, SACERS, High Five
- Knowledge of child development
- Proven ability to work as an effective team member
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Standard First Aid and CPR-C certification
Rate of pay: $17.6667 per hour, with an additional 2% in lieu of benefits
Hours: as needed
Please respond in writing by August 02, 2016 indicating how you became aware of this job opportunity to;
Jennifer Marshall, Manager, School Age Programs
YWCA Kitchener-Waterloo
153 Frederick Street
Kitchener, ON N2H 2M2
Email: Jennifer.marshall@ywcakw.on.ca
Fax: 519-576-0129
The YWCA is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from individuals of all races, colour, ethnic origin, religions, abilities, gender identity, and sexual orientations, and are committed to ensuring equal and full participation for all applicants during the recruitment and selection process.
Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
