Manitoba Metis Federation
Description
POSTING # 24-14-015 (St. Eustache)
NATIONAL OCCUPATION CODE 42202
POSITION TYPE FULL-TIME
The Child Care Assistant’s primary responsibility is the care and education of children, as well as assisting in delivering Red River Métis-specific programming and curriculum.
Job Duties/Competencies:
- Maintain a learning environment that is positive, relaxed, pleasant, nurturing, and supports Red River Métis specific curriculum;
- Establish and maintain a safe and healthy learning environment;
- Develop opportunities for children to become stewards of the local environment;
- Support children’s attempts to resolve their problems and differences with others;
- Encourage children to express their feelings and assert their rights in socially acceptable ways;
- Respond to incidents and handle emergencies appropriately if they occur;
- Maintain program equipment and assist in light housekeeping and cooking duties;
- Attend monthly staff meetings to discuss the progress and challenges of children and centre and other discussions as necessary.
Skills and Qualifications:
- Recognized 40-hour course;
- Minimum of one years' experience as a Child Care Assistant or relevant role with demonstrated ability to deliver programs and services;
- Excellent oral and written communication skills;
- Effective listening skills;
- Dependable, reliable, and punctual;
- Valid 1st Aid/CPR Certification;
- Circle of Security Certificate an asset;
- Clear Vulnerable Sector Check, Criminal Record Check, and Child Abuse Registry Check;
- Knowledge of Red River Métis culture, heritage, and language an asset; and,
- Ability to travel, valid Manitoba Driver’s license with access to a reliable vehicle.
Please send a cover letter and a resume to employerrep@abcentre.org.
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