CCA
About The Position
Kookum’s Place is an Indigenous-led, community-centred early learning program that strives to support children and families through culturally grounded, relationship-based care. Our approach is rooted in respect, connection, and belonging, with a strong emphasis on play-based and land-based learning. We are seeking a caring, dependable, and community-minded Child Care Assistant (CCA) to support Early Childhood Educators in providing high-quality childcare and daily programming. This role is ideal for individuals in an inclusive learning environment. Child Care Assistants play an important role in helping children feel safe, supported, valued, and connected while contributing to a collaborative, team-focused childcare environment.
Requirements
- Completion of or enrollment in the 40-hour Child Care Assistant course as required by the Province of Manitoba within the first year of employment.
- Clear Criminal Record Check, Vulnerable Sector Check, and Child Abuse Registry Check
Nice To Haves
- Current Infant/Child First Aid and CPR Certificate is considered an asset.
- Experience working with children in a childcare, educational or related environment is preferred.
- Knowledge of Indigenous (First Nations, Red River Métis, and Inuit) communities or culturally diverse environments is considered an asset.
- Experience supporting children with varying developmental needs is an asset.
Responsibilities
- Support Early Childhood Educators in daily programming and classroom activities.
- Assist in maintaining a safe, clean, and welcoming learning environment.
- Support children’s emotional, social, physical and cognitive development through play and daily activities.
- Assist with daily routines, including meals, snacks, rest periods, toileting and transitions.
- Foster positive relationships with children, families and team members.
- Encourage respectful interactions, communication, and social development among children.
- Assist with organizing learning materials, classroom set-up and activity preparation.
- Support culturally respectful and inclusive programming that reflects Indigenous values and ways of knowing.
- Participate in team meetings, training and ongoing program activities.
- Other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
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