Role Overview
This hybrid full-time position integrates responsibilities in our 3–5-year-old childcare program and Out-of-School Care (OSC) program for school-aged children.
As a Childcare Professional, you will provide nurturing, play-based care for children aged 3-5 in the morning and transition to an OSC role for children in Kindergarten and Grade 1 in the afternoon.
Key Responsibilities:
* Develop and implement developmentally appropriate, engaging activities.
* Maintain a balanced daily schedule with active/quiet, indoor/outdoor, and individual/group experiences.
* Support children's social-emotional growth by recognizing and labeling emotions.
Qualifications and Skills:
* Current BC ECE Certificate.
* First Aid Certification.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a strong family-centered approach.
Work Environment:
The successful candidate must be able to lift and move items (up to 30lbs). They must also work effectively in a busy and loud environment, work outside in various weather conditions, stand for extended periods, run occasionally, crouch, and bend frequently.
Fernwood Neighbourhood House is a multi-service organization dedicated to fostering an inclusive community. We prioritize equity, centering the voices of marginalized racialized people, and create a welcoming environment for everyone who calls Fernwood home.