ECE Primary Daycare

Yellowknife Women s Society
CA - Yellowknife
November 13, 2024

Job OverviewUnder the direction of the Daycare Coordinator, the Primary Teacher is responsible for creating and overseeing a warm, nurturing environment that builds on children's developmental assets.
The Primary Staff Teacher is responsible for helping the supervisor with the day-to-day operation of the child day care facility by:
• Assisting in the delivery of the daily program
• Supervising children
• Following policies and procedures established by the operator
Responsibilities
1. Maintain and deliver a daily program that meets the goals and objectives of the Yellowknife Womens Society (operator), and the daily program requirements in the Child Day Care Standards Regulations. Main duties:
a. Plan and implement activities to meet the operator's goals and the cultural, physical, emotional, intellectual, and social needs of the children in the program
b. With the Daycare Head Teacher, develop weekly and monthly schedules of the daily program that ensure variety
c. Keep parents informed of program expectations, program activities, and their child's progress
d. Ensure the provision of nutritious snacks and lunches
e. Ensure the provision of adequate rest, nap, or quiet time
f. Advise the operator of equipment and maintenance needs
g. Ensure equipment and the facility are always clean and safe
2. Supervise the children attending the facility. Main duties:
a. Ensure that children are always supervised.
b. Coordinate with staff to ensure required staff: child ratios
3. Establish routines and procedures consistent with the operator's policies.
a. Identify and teach positive behaviours expected of children
b. Adjust expectations to match the development levels of the children
c. Establish and teach clear routines - e.g. for snacks, outdoor play, etc.
d. Correct children using positive discipline
4. Communicate with parents regularly and encourage their participation. Main duties:
a. Keep parents informed of their child's progress and participation in the daily program
b. Establish regular communication with parents - e.g. bulletin board
c. Identify opportunities for parents to be involved in the daily program, and encourage them to do so
5. Assist with administrative tasks of the facility. Main duties:
a. Ensure the children are signed in and out at arrival and departure times
b. Provide enrollment forms to parents using our Drop-in or Respite services
c. Complete accident and incident reports as required
6. Pursue ongoing professional development through appropriate courses, seminars or workshops.
7. Perform other duties as required.
Requirements
• Minimum age 19*
• Completion of a post-secondary program in Early Childhood Education or Child Development - certificate, or diploma or degree - Other education may be considered but will need special approval.
• Minimum of five years experience in childcare is an asset
• Current First Aid and infant/child CPR certifications*
• Satisfactory criminal record check, including a vulnerable sector search, completed by the RCMP*
• Statement about whether there are any outstanding criminal charges, and details*
• Up-to-date immunizations*
• Tuberculosis screening*
• required by the NWT Child Day Care Standards Regulations
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $25.50-$30.50 per hour
Expected hours: 37.5 per week
Benefits:

Paid time off

Schedule:

Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person
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Read the full job description and apply online on the recuiter's web-site

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