Location: Locations available throughout the Region of Waterloo 

Purpose: To provide support to a child or small group of children in licensed child care in building skills in all areas of development  

Responsibilities:

• ​Assist children with problem solving skills through role modeling
• Promote relationship building skills - such as sharing, turn taking and making friends through role modeling
• Participate with, and support children during, individual and group activities, routines and transitions
• General supervision

 
Boundaries: 

• Volunteers will not be alone with children
• Volunteers do not provide personal hygiene care.

 
Experience: 

• Experience working with children with diverse needs (developmental and mental health)
• Experience working with young children in play-based settings

 
Knowledge:

• Background/Courses – child development, diverse needs, psychology, family dynamics, trauma, wellness, childhood resiliency – an asset

 
Characteristics/Skills:

• Responsible, organized, flexible, ability to follow direction
• Creative, good problem solving skills
• Patient, nurturing, empathetic
• Special interests or skills welcomed (music, hobby, etc)

 
Other Requirements:

• Vulnerable Sector Police Records Check
• Provide 2 references
• Must be up to date on immunizations

                                   
Risk Assessment: Low  
Training:

• Volunteers will attend agency and site-specific orientation
• Volunteers will complete on-line training in:
• Violence in the Workplace
• Health and Safety 4 Steps
• Accessibility for Ontarians with A Disability
• Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System
• Various workshops throughout the year 

           
Supervisor:              Early Childhood Educator/Program Supervisor
 
Availability:              Monday to Friday 8:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
 
Commitment:           Minimum of 2 hours per week for 3 months is required
 
Benefits:

• Make a difference in the life of a child
• Workplace experience
• Resume building
• Volunteer verification letter at end of placement
• Volunteer recognition and appreciation
• Have fun