Children's Activities Assistant (Childcare)

The Children’s Activity Leader performs recreational work in implementing and leading a variety of activities for children participating in Out of School child care program at Ray-Cam Cooperative Centre in the Downtown Eastside. The position is primarily involved in delivering activities which will promote child development and learning.
Delivers a variety of children’s activities such as arts and crafts, music, storytelling, organizes daily routines and makes modifications as appropriate; Assists the Childcare Supervisor in the planning, coordination and assessment of childcare programs and activities to promote the development and learning of typical and special needs children; assists in providing training and work direction to substitutes, students and volunteers.
Assists in identifying children with special needs; Informs parents of their child’s progress and of any concerns; Assists in identifying and reporting cases of child abuse; as directed, liaises with a variety of agencies and consultants involved with the families of special needs children such as social workers, public health nurses, physical and occupational therapists.
Assists in the organization and implementation of various family programs and events; prepares promotional materials such as posters and flyers.
recommends the acquisition of materials and equipment.
Sets up equipment and furniture for activities; opens and secures the building.
Completion of a certificate program such as Responsible Adult or ECE-Assistant and some related experience, particularly in working with special needs children; Valid Food Safe Certificate.

Sound knowledge of the fundamentals of recreational instruction as they pertain to a child care program.
Sound knowledge of the policies, regulations, and rules applicable to the work performed.
Working knowledge of the principles, practices and objectives of organized community recreation related to a child care program.
Working knowledge of crafts, arts and other pursuits related to children’s programs.
Some knowledge of modern office practices and procedures.
Ability to coordinate and lead program activities for children of varying ages and development levels, and to participate in program planning and assessment.
Ability to maintain control and exercise discipline with tact and consistency.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with parents, staff, and a variety of external contacts such as social workers and therapists.
Ability to provide training and work direction to substitutes and volunteers.
Ability to assist in identifying developmental problems in children and to apply prescribed therapies.
Ability to prepare a variety of records and promotional materials
Business Unit/Department : RayCam Cooperative Centre
Salary Information: Pay Grade GR-014: $29.95 to $35.09 per hour
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