Daycare Assistant

```Job Summary```
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Daycare Assistant to join our team. As a Daycare Assistant, you will play a crucial role in providing a safe and nurturing environment for children. Your responsibilities will include assisting with daily activities, supervising playtime, and supporting the educational development of the children.

```Duties```
- Assist in creating a positive and engaging classroom environment
- Supervise and interact with children during playtime and activities
- Assist with mealtime routines, including feeding and clean-up
- Support the lead teacher in implementing educational programs and lesson plans
- Maintain a clean and organized daycare facility
- Monitor children's behavior and report any concerns to the lead teacher or supervisor
- Collaborate with parents to ensure the well-being and development of each child

```Qualifications```
- Experience working with children in a caregiving setting
- Knowledge of early childhood education principles and practices
- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
- Ability to work well in a team environment
- Patience, empathy, and a genuine love for working with children
- Police check, CPR and First Aid certification (preferred)

If you are passionate about providing quality care for children and have experience in early childhood education, we would love to hear from you. This is an opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of young children while working in a supportive and collaborative environment. Apply today to join our dedicated team of childcare professionals.

Job Types: Part-time, Casual

Salary: $16.55-$16.72 per hour

Expected hours: 5 – 15 per week

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• On-site childcare

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Waterloo, ON N2T 0C2 (required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Waterloo, ON N2T 0C2: Relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person