JumpStart is hiring an Educational Assistant for our Junior Kindergarten Preschool program. Successful candidates must have current first aid, and provide a background check including the vulnerable sector. All candidates must have strong English skills, both orally and written. This position is to start ASAP at our Edgemont location. Hours would be Monday-Friday, 8:15am-4:15pm, with the possibility of additional hours each week depending on staff meetings and other additional events as they arise.
Duties are as follows:
- Assist Teacher to plan and implement activities to meet the physical, emotional, intellectual and social needs of the children in the program
- Ensure the facility is clean, well maintained and safe at all times, following AHS policies and cleaning checklists
- Prepare classroom materials and activities
- Ensure children are supervised at all times
- Develop a positive relationship with each child and promote the development of self-esteem and self-discipline
- Provide various experiences and activities for children including songs, games and storytelling
- Comfort children
- Establish routines and provide positive guidance
- Provide a safe and secure environment for children to feel comfortable
- Clearly and effectively communicate in a manner that children understand
- Observe children and make note of progress
- Assist children with going to the bathroom
- Update our App daily with photos and messages for parents
- Maintain current, accurate and confidential client files
- Assist in following and implementing daily activity plans
- Maintain a well-organized, safe and attractive classroom environment
- Participate in staff meetings, centre activities, and staff development
- NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE
Job Type: Full-time
Hourly wage: $15.00-$17.00 per hour plus the Alberta child care wage top up. All staff must hold or be eligible for an Alberta Child Care certification level.
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Vision care
Schedule:
- Monday-Friday, 8:15am-4:15pm
- We are closed for 2 weeks during winter break, 1 week for spring break, 1 week in July and 1 week in August.
Experience:
- Childcare: At least one year of childcare experience is necessary.
License/Certification:
- An Alberta child care certification is necessary: https://www.alberta.ca/apply-for-certification
- First Aid Certification is necessary, but can be obtained within the first month of employment.
- Edmonton police record check, with the vulnerable sector (dated within 6 months)
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $15.00-$17.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
- Vision care
Location:
- Edmonton, AB T6W 1B9 (preferred)
Work Location: In person
