Hiring childcare workers

CHILDCARE WORKER I

MacEwan University is where caring faculty help people connect their passions to their future paths. Located in the heart of Edmonton's diverse and dynamic downtown community, and on the traditional lands of Treaty 6 First Nations and homelands of the Métis people, MacEwan is known for exceptional undergraduate learning. With its dedication to teaching excellence, informed by scholarly research, innovation, and creative activity, MacEwan provides an exceptional collaborative and supportive learning environment with a commitment to human rights, environmental sustainability, and opportunities for community engagement. We are committed to creating an equitable, diverse, inclusive, and welcoming community for all peoples, cultures, and identities.

Our comprehensive undergraduate university offers 55 programs to more than 20,000 full- and part-time students in business, communications, community and human services, design, fine and performing arts, health, humanities, natural science, nursing, public safety, and social science. Through a wide array of experiential learning opportunities, and strategic relationships in the community, we partner with others to produce graduates of stature. Along with a robust grounding in their chosen disciplines, MacEwan students are given durable life skills that prepare them to take on the world.
MacEwan University is seeking a Childcare Worker I for a part-time casual opportunity with the Child Care Centre. The Childcare Worker I is responsible for providing an environment that encourages the total growth of the children at the Centre: by entering into a relationship with the family of each child; by providing a demonstration of Flight: Alberta's Early Learning and Care Framework philosophy, program and techniques most appropriate for young children; Showing genuine interest for children’s ideas and feelings;
Assisting children in problem solving when they need help, using techniques that lead to self-control;
Protecting the health and safety of all children;
Demonstrating best early learning practice that support the philosophy and goals of the centre and BECCS program;
Being open to new ideas, participating collaboratively in the planning and provision of the environment;
Supporting the development of a safe and inviting environment, adapting it to children’s needs and interests;
Showing respect and a non-judgmental attitude towards families and their lifestyles and providing continuity between home and centre life for children by delivering a program and environment that is reflective of the child and family;
Relating to families in a warm and supportive manner, sharing information about the child and their interests;
Building positive relationships with other staff to ensure a strong supportive and mutually respectful work environment;
Taking initiative to develop and try new techniques and skills. Showing ongoing development in the areas of child and team development through research, workshops and courses.
The ability to relate comfortably to children and families;
A high degree of physical stamina, good physical strength and sound mental health and will be able to identify stressors and personal coping skills;
A minimum of 6 months of working experience with children that demonstrates the ability to carry out the duties required.
A diploma in Early Learning and Child Care would be considered an asset.
First Aid Certification would be considered an asset.
When you become part of the MacEwan University team, you will enjoy a competitive salary. Competitive base pay