Child Care Assistant (School-Aged)

Do you have a genuine interest in working with children? Are you looking for part time, flexible hours with no nights or weekends? We’re looking for fun and energetic individuals to join our wonderful team of educators. You’ll enjoy plenty of laughs, exercise, and memorable experiences in a child care setting. Apply today! These positions are split shift positions in school age child care. Why work at the Y? * Great people and great work environment! * Many opportunities for growth & advancement * Flexible shifts that work around most school schedules * We pay most of your benefit premiums (if eligible) * Complimentary Y individual membership * 5% employer-matching pension plan Are you the right fit? * Do you believe that every child has potential? * Are you self-motivated, able to work independently and as part of a team? * Willing to plan and participate in children’s activities? * Capable of maintaining a clean and safe daycare environment? * Open to valuable on the job training and mentorship? What else do you need? * 18 years of age or older * Training or experience with children an asset * Willingness to obtain Emergency First Aid and CPR C certification (We’ll help!) * Clear Police Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Search and Child Abuse Registry Check (apply upon hire) * Strong communication and interpersonal skills Application Deadline: Position open until filled Accessibility Accommodation for Applicants The Y is committed to providing an inclusive environment where diversity is welcomed and encouraged. If you require accommodation during any part of the recruitment or selection process, please don’t hesitate to reach out. This includes providing you with alternate formats of job postings. Contact [email protected] The Y is entrusted to provide a safe environment for children and vulnerable individuals. All applicants will be thoroughly screened through a review process including Police Record Checks with Vulnerable Sector Search and Child Abuse Registry Checks.

The assistant will plan and participate in engaging activities for school-aged children while maintaining a clean and safe environment. They will work collaboratively with a team of educators to provide a supportive and fun experience for the children.

Candidates must be at least 18 years old and possess strong communication and interpersonal skills. Applicants are expected to obtain Emergency First Aid and CPR C certification and must pass a Police Record Check and Child Abuse Registry Check.

• Complimentary Y individual membership • 5% employer-matching pension plan • Benefit premiums coverage

• TeamworkPreferred
• First AidPreferred
• CommunicationPreferred

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Child care
• Communication
• Interpersonal skills
• Teamwork
• Activity planning
• Safety maintenance
• Mentorship
• First aid
• CPR
• Energetic
• Emergency First Aid
• Self-Motivation
• Working With Children
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
• Interpersonal Communications

• Education
• Social Services
• Child Care Assistant
• Preschool / Childcare Teacher
• Early Childhood Educators
• Childcare Workers

Minimum experience

0+ years

Posting language

English

Working hours

25 hours per week