Responsible Adult

RESPONSIBLE ADULT - JOB DESCRIPTION

SUMMARY: The role of the RA is to work in collaboration with the child care team providing general care and supervision for school-aged children.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION:

• A valid First Aid Certificate with CPR-C

• A clear Criminal Record Check

• Completion of a course, or combination of courses, of 20+ hours duration in child development, guidance, health and safety, or nutrition

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Have knowledge of and adhere to BC Child Care Regulations and TSW childcare policies and procedures.

• Maintain ethical standards of ECEBC and the Tamitik Status of Women.

• Collaborate with team members to implement a high-quality program in line with our child-led, play-based philosophy.

• Ability to work the hours/shifts based on the needs of a 24-hour centre. This may include night shifts, weekend shifts, and holidays.

• Follow guidance and recommendations received from the Child Care manager.

• Demonstrate kindness and teamwork to create and maintain an inclusive program/environment.

• Demonstrate ability to work both independently and within a team environment.

Programming:

• Have the ability and skills to develop fun and interesting activities for the children to participate in.

• Plan and organize activities for school-age children in child-care programs before and after regular school hours, as well as full day programming for weekends and holidays. Be able to facilitate group and one on one activities.

• Use developmentally appropriate practice and responsive/emergent programming to plan, implement and evaluate a range of activities, experiences, and field trips.

• Facilitate daily indoor and outdoor activities.

• Provide opportunities for children to express creativity through art, dramatic play, music, and physical activity.

• Follow the classroom’s schedule and support children through transitions in and out of the classrooms.

• Prepare snacks and arrange rooms or furniture for lunch and rest periods.

Guidance and Supervision:

• Ensure the overall health, safety and well-being of all children enrolled in the program.

• Implement guiding and caring strategies in a positive and compassionate way.

• Use developmentally appropriate teaching and child behavior management techniques.

• Maintain attendance and health and safety checks.

• Participate in the health and hygiene practices, encourage and model safe, clean, and healthy habits and environment.

• Observe children for signs of potential learning or behavioral concerns, help prepare reports for parents/caregivers.

Communication:

• Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.

• Develop and maintain positive communication and interaction with children, families, and staff.

• Communicate any changes, progress, concerns and, or incidents regarding their child or the program with parents/caregivers and staff.

• Work cooperatively with staff and community resources (such as Speech Therapists, Occupational Therapists, and Early Interventionists) to support inclusive practice and address the needs of individual children.

• Maintain documentation, reporting, and records. This may include children’s records, observation notes and/or progress reports for care plans.

• Attend and participate in staff meetings and discussions.

Classroom Maintenance:

• Maintain cleanliness of childcare space and organization of classroom learning materials.

• Assist in the proper daily/weekly cleaning and sanitizing of our facility and equipment.

• Ensure program equipment is in good repair; record and communicate repair or replacement needs.

606 Mountainview Sq
Kitimat, BC V8C 2N2
www.tamitik.ca info@tamitik.ca
Phone: (250) 632-8787
Fax: (250) 632-2022

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $19.00-$21.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• Weekends as needed

Ability to Commute:

• Kitimat, BC V8C 2N2 (required)

Work Location: In person