Details:
The North Island Crisis and Counselling Centre Society are looking for a permanent PROGRAM AIDE to support children, 30 hours per week Monday – Friday. The Program Aide is responsible for providing extra staffing support to child care centers in order for children with extra support needs to fully participate in the child care setting chosen by their families. The position includes an excellent benefits package including extended health and dental, 3 weeks’ paid vacation, an RRSP contribution by the employer after successfully completing a three (3) month probation period.
Key Duties include: Planning activities and strategies for children with extra support needs
In conjunction with the SCD coordinator , conduct observations and complete informal developmental assessments
Contribute to individual service plans for children Contribute to the development of inclusive environments
Show integrity in all of their professional relationships Have the knowledge skills and self-awareness to be professionally competent
Qualifications & Experience:
Early Childhood Education Special Needs and current license to practice as an Early Childhood Special Needs Educator First Aid Certificate CPR Certificate preferably for children
Three years supervised experience in inclusive child care settings
The successful applicant will be: able to develop and maintain a caring , responsive relationship with children
able to establish and maintain supportive , collaborative relationships with families and child care setting staff demonstrate a strong knowledge of early childhood development can manage time , planning and organizational skills
Hold a valid BC driver’s license, and a road worthy vehicle.