Qualifications
As a Fun on the Run staff member, you will need to provide the following documents:
- A current Police Background Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening (Within 6 months)
- A clear and detailed medical record
- An up-to-date immunization record, including a 2 Step Tuberculosis (TB) test
- A valid Standard First Aid Certificate and current Infant/Child CPR Certificate
- A copy of completion of the Worker Health and Safety awareness online certification
- A copy of completion of the Food Handlers certification
Responsibilities
As a Fun on the Run staff member, your duties include but are not limited to:
- Providing daily care for children on a split-shift basis
- Understanding all legislation and standards, including The Child Care and Early Years Act and the ‘How Does Learning Happen?’
- Overseeing the day to day delivery of the before and after school program, alongside the early childhood educator
- Maintaining the work environment in a clean and organized manner
- Implementing a program that encompasses child-directed and open-ended learning opportunities
- Preparing and serving a daily breakfast and an afternoon snack
- Maintaining daily records of children’s attendance, injuries and activities, as well as documenting in the communication log throughout the morning and afternoon program
- Organizing and replenishing classroom materials
- Developing a weekly program plan alongside the early childhood educator, that meets the physical, intellectual, cognitive and emotional needs of each child in the class. This program must be based on interests/skills of the children. The program plan must be linked to the early learning document, “How Does Learning Happen”, signed by the supervisor and posted where it is visible to the parents/families/staff.
- Following Fun on the Run’s program statement, along with all the policies and procedures that are set in place
- Maintaining all personal information related to Fun on the Run, families and children, ensuring they remain confidential at all times
- Following and abiding by all policies and procedures set forth under the Early Years and Child Care Act
- Reporting to the supervisor if you have any concerns about a child, family or any situation
- Treating all children, families, caregivers, staff members, and all members of the school community with dignity and respect
- Remembering that the needs of the children always come first
- Supervising each child in the room at all times, ensuring safety and awareness
- Ensuring that you can account for the children in your care at all times. You must always know the exact number of children to ensure complete safety
- Working co-operatively with other staff members at Fun on the Run. The concept of teamwork must be integrated on a daily basis.
- Attending all Fun on the Run staff meetings
- Working professionally in all areas of responsibility
- Keeping the classroom tidy and clean on a daily basis. It is crucial to report to the supervisor if there are any safety concerns in the classroom or outside
- Honoring your duty to report to Children’s Aid Society (C.A.S.) if you suspect and/or witness child abuse
- Establishing positive daily communication with the parents/caregivers, as well as greeting each child when they arrive and when they leave the program
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $19.20 per hour
Expected hours: 25 – 30 per week
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- On-site parking
Schedule:
Work Location: In person
