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Special Needs Daycare Support Worker - job post

Confidential
Port Alberni, BC
$29–$35 an hour - Part-time, Contract
Responded to 75% or more applications in the past 30 days, typically within 1 day.

Job details

Pay

  • $29–$35 an hour

Job type

  • Part-time
  • Contract

Shift and schedule

  • Monday to Friday

Location

Port Alberni, BC

Benefits

Pulled from the full job description

  • Paid time off
  • Vision care
  • Dental care
  • Employee assistance program
  • RRSP match
  • Extended health care

Full job description

ʔiiḥmisuk t̓aatn̓aʔis “Treasure Our Young Ones” Aboriginal Head Start is hiring
Special Needs Daycare Support Worker

What we offer

  • Benefits (extended health care, dental, vision, employee assistance program) after 90 days
  • RRSP matching program
  • Competitive rate of pay
  • Paid industry training
  • 2 weeks paid time off in August (To be determined by the Executive Director after 180 days employment)
  • 1 week paid time off for Christmas (To be determined by the Executive Director after 180 days of employment)
  • Casual work attire
  • Some meals provided
  • Wellness programs

Special Needs Daycare Support Worker job summary

ʔiiḥmisuk t̓aatn̓aʔis Aboriginal Head Start Program is seeking a part time Special Needs Daycare Support Worker who will work closely with parents & other ECE’s to promote a welcoming, supportive, safe environment for parents/caregivers & their children. The Special Needs Support Worker will develop, implement & supervise activities in a culturally supportive environment to meet the one on one physical, emotional, intellectual, social, and developmental needs of the individual children within the program while establishing routines for children: providing them with positive guidance and nurturing.

Core Responsibilities

● Provide individualized 1:1 support based on the child’s unique needs and abilities.

● Support the child’s participation in daily classroom activities, routines, and play.

● Assist with social, emotional, communication, and developmental needs.

● Promote inclusion and encourage positive interactions with peers and staff.

● Follow individualized support strategies and recommendations.

● Observe and document the child’s progress, behaviours, needs, and successes.

● Communicate effectively with the childcare team and family.

● Maintain a safe, supportive, and nurturing environment.

● Support independence and skill development whenever appropriate.

● Adapt activities and routines to meet the child’s changing needs.

Desired Soft Skills

We are looking for someone who demonstrates:

● Patience

● Empathy

● Adaptability

● Strong observational skills

● Compassion and understanding

● Excellent communication

● Reliability and professionalism

● A positive, team-oriented attitude

What you offer:

  • Active/Valid Early Childhood Education Certificate, or Infant/Toddler/Special Needs Diploma
  • 1 years or more recent experience as a certified Infant Toddler/Special Needs Educator is preferred
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, organizational skills, and initiative
  • Knowledge of Indigenous history and culture
  • Proven experience in the design and implementation of age appropriate program planning and activities
  • A desire to learn within a culturally focused program
  • A solid understanding and adherence to the Community Care and Assisted Living Act Child Care Licensing Regulations
  • Experience supporting children with special needs is an asset.

Job Type: Part-time Monday to Friday - 8am to 1pm and or as scheduled

Hourly Rate: $29 to $35.00 per hour plus benefits

Email Resumes and Cover Letter to: Attention: Cyndi Stevens, Executive Director

Please note only those selected for an interview will be contacted and preference will be given to Indigenous applicants who possess experience working with Indigenous families or programming

Pay: $29.00-$35.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • Dental care
  • Extended health care
  • Paid time off
  • RRSP match
  • Vision care

Ability to commute/relocate:

  • Port Alberni, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Education:

  • AEC / DEP or Skilled Trade Certificate (preferred)

Work Location: In person

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