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Home Child Care Provider Full Time NEW
Busy family of five in Lethbridge County Alberta is looking for one (1) experienced, reliable, trustworthy and compassionate home child care provider to assist the parents with the supervision of a school-aged child at our acreage home, oversee early morning care for school prep; drop off and pick up from school; and after school activities focusing on homework and supplemental school work, accompanying to private piano lessons, sports practice and games, etc. Successful candidate is also responsible preparing nutritious meals for the family and perform light housekeeping and cleaning duties and managing household in the absence of both parents. This is for a full-time 30 hours per week ; Must be willing to sign a 24-month term/contract employment. Schedule varies from early morning, short evenings; from after-school hours, on-call; weekends, overnight shifts as needed.
Overview
Languages
English
Education
College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
Experience Required:
2-3 years relevant school aged child care experience preferred
Work site environment
Non-smoking
Work setting
Employer’s home
Optional accommodation available at no charge on a live-in basis. Note: This is NOT a condition of employment
Rural Area
Responsibilities
Tasks
Assume full responsibility for household in absence of parents
Perform light housekeeping and cleaning duties
Shop for food and household supplies
Travel with family on trips and assist with child supervision and housekeeping duties
Wash, iron and press clothing and household linens
Care for pets
Discipline children according to the methods requested by the parents
Instruct children in personal hygiene and social development
Keep records of daily activities and health information regarding children
Maintain a safe and healthy environment in the home
Organize, activities such as games and outings for children
Prepare and serve nutritious meals
Supervise and care for children
Take children to and from school and to appointments
Tend to emotional well-being of children
Help children with homework
Credentials
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
CPR Certificate
First Aid Certificate
Early Childhood Education (ECE) Certificate
Experience and specialization
Target audience
Supervise and care for a school aged child
Additional information
Security and safety
Child Welfare Check
Criminal record check
Reference required
Vulnerable sector check
Basic security clearance
Transportation/travel information
Own transportation
Own vehicle
Public transportation is also available
Willing to travel
Valid driver’s licence
Work conditions and physical capabilities
Physically demanding
Attention to detail
Weight handling
Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)
Personal suitability
Client focus
Efficient interpersonal skills
Excellent oral communication
Excellent written communication
Flexibility
Initiative
Judgement
Organized
Reliability
Time management
Patience
Honesty
Who can apply to this job?
The employer accepts applications from:
Canadian citizens and permanent or temporary residents of Canada.
Other candidates with or without a valid Canadian work permit.
How to apply
By email
[email protected]
How-to-apply instructions
Here is what you must include in your application:
Cover letter
References attesting experience
Letter of recommendation
This job posting includes screening questions. Please answer the following questions when applying:
Are you available for shift or on-call work?
Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
Do you currently reside in proximity to the advertised location?
Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?
Do you have the above-indicated required certifications?
What is the highest level of study you have completed?