Job description:
Full-time work position as a Home Child Care Provider for a 5-year-old child.
The position will require the successful childcare provider to be fully responsible for the Child in the absence of his/her parents during the weekdays (Monday to Friday). The hourly wage will be $16.00 and the duration will be 40 hours per week.
The main duties and responsibilities will include, but not be limited to, the following:
- Supervise and care for the Child and tend to the emotional well-being of the Child
- Prepare and serve nutritious meals to the Child for breakfast, lunch, and dinner
- Bathe and dress the Child each morning
- Transport the Child to and from school each day
- Transport the Child to and from activities each day after school (i.e. swimming, dancing)
- Wash and organize the Child’s clothing, toys, etc.
- Put the Child to bed in the evening and tend to the Child upon awakening
- Take the Child to and from periodic appointments (i.e. doctor, clinics), take the Child on outdoor walks to local playgrounds
- Maintain a safe and healthy environment in the home for the Child
- Discipline the Child according to the methods requested by the parents
- Instruct Child in personal hygiene (i.e. toilet use, teeth brushing, bathing)
The work will primarily be in the family’s residential home, except for when the Child is attending school (note that the Child is currently attending Kindergarten).
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Strong ability to communicate clearly in English in written and oral forms. Spanish is a bonus.
- Self-motivated and organized. Must be able to prepare and maintain a schedule for Child’s school, sleep, and feeding, and to plan play activities with the Child. Must keep a schedule for medical appointments, etc. that are away from the home. Must be able to perform these duties independently with minimal supervision by parents.
- Positive attitude and a willingness to work flexible hours as directed by the Child’s school schedule and the needs of the parents depending on work schedules
- Completion of a high school diploma is required
- Minimum 1-2 years of previous work experience in a similar full-time role taking care of a child of similar age is preferred
- First Aid certification is preferred
- A valid Canadian driver’s license, or international driver's license, is required
If you meet the requirements of this position and wish to apply, please submit your resume and cover letter to kelly.boychuk@shaw.ca
Applicants are asked to apply based on the options above, phone calls will not be accepted.
This position is open to all qualified applicants & only those shortlisted will be notified
