Program Support Worker

Principle Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Responsible for the constant supervision, safety, and well-being of the children

  • Maintain accurate records, attend monthly staff meetings, develop rich and engaging program activities

  • Recognizes and responds to the needs of each child by using developmentally appropriate teaching and child behaviour guidance techniques

  • Attends and participates actively in all program/centre, parental or other meetings as required

  • Participates fully and consistently as a conscientious team member in caring for the children and in the overall operation of the program and centre; maintains regular and open communication with program team members and all other co-workers

  • Shares responsibility for maintaining program equipment in good repair, keeping play environment and storage areas organized and clutter-free, assists with other housekeeping duties as needed.

Qualifications:

  • Bright, energetic, and flexible

  • Ability to relate to people from a wide range of backgrounds, understanding and valuing diversity

  • Demonstrated ability to exercise good judgment, critical thinking, and creative problem solving.

  • Ability to plan and implement innovative programming

  • Good organizational skills

  • Ability to handle emergencies skillfully and calmly and in compliance with Child Care Regulations

  • Valid First Aid certificate

  • Current criminal record check

Hours of work
 Part Time: September thru June
Monday to Friday- 2:30 to 5:30 pm
 Full Time: July and August (Monday to Friday)

 Preferred: ECEA or a combination of relevant education and experience, valid BC Drivers Licence
Minimum: Responsible Adult certificate combined with other relevant education and experience
Wages TBD based on education and experience
Please submit your resume to edquadrachildrenscentre@telus.net