Summer Split Shift Out of School Care Educator

Edmonton Region Child Care Association•Edmonton, AB

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Edmonton Region Child Care Association (ERCCA) is hiring a summer split shift child care educator for our Joey Moss OSC program. This is a temporary position for July and August, with potential for ongoing opportunities. The role involves implementing out-of-school programming for children in grades 1-6, focusing on creating program plans, documenting children's learning, and maintaining positive relationships with children and families.

Requirements

Level 2 or 3 child care certification issued by the province of Alberta
Experience in child care, out of school care experience an asset
Valid first aid certification
Clear police check including vulnerable sector, issued in the last 6 months.

Nice To Haves

Out of school care experience

Responsibilities

Work collaboratively within a team of child care educators implementing out of school programming for children in grades 1-6.
Create weekly program plans reflective of children's interests, and the values and goals of the Flight Framework.
Document children's learning through pedagogical documentation and learning stories shared with families through parent communication app.
Communicate daily with families regarding program activities and expectations.
Closely supervise children at all times, always maintaining child/educator ratios.
Create and maintain positive relationships with children and their families.
Encourage children to foster independence and to be responsible for themselves and their actions.
Model appropriate behaviours, guide children’s behaviour according to the Behaviour Guidance Policy.
Daily cleaning and organizing of program space as needed.
Attend professional development sessions, and reflective practice hosted by ERCCA to continuously grow knowledge and skills of early learning and child care.