Summer Student Placement
About The Position
This is a Summer Student Placement opportunity for a Daycare Assistant. The participant will observe and uphold all policies, procedures, and practices of Sagamok Anishnawbek and Shki Waase-Aaban Binoojiinh Gamik. The role involves direct engagement with children through play, planning and carrying out developmentally appropriate activities, assisting children with self-expression and routines, and serving snacks. The assistant will also help children develop self-care skills, maintain a clean and sanitized playroom, and uphold confidentiality. Communication with staff, parents, and guardians is essential. The position is under the supervision of the Daycare Manager.
Requirements
- Must demonstrate enrollment as a full-time student in the previous academic semester school and be returning full time in the fall of 2025/2026 Academic school year.
- Must be eligible for Sagamok Anishnawbek ISETP program funding (member of Sagamok, valid SIN #)
- Must have, or be willing to obtain, First Aid, WHIMIS, & Health and Safety in 4 Steps
- Fulltime Students (must be returning to school fulltime this Fall)
Nice To Haves
- ECE Program
- Child and Youth Program
- Preference will be given to students who qualify for the ISET Subsidy Program
Responsibilities
- Ensure that direct engagement with the children through play is at the forefront of each day.
- Plan and carry out developmentally appropriate activities and experiences in harmony with the Centre’s program statement.
- Assist children in expressing themselves by listening and responding with questions or comments that extend conversations.
- Ensure that childcare routines are carried out in a manner that is prompt, hygienic and consistent with good child development principles – eating, napping and transitions between activities.
- Help children develop practice of caring for self and picking up and putting away toys, books, and other materials and equipment.
- Serve snacks and refreshments to children.
- Engage and communicate effectively with staff, parent(s) and/or guardian(s).
- Assist with the responsibilities for cleaning and sanitizing playroom, toys, and equipment according to procedure.
- Maintain confidentiality.
- Perform other duties relevant to the program as assigned by the Manager or designate.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
