General Description:
Under the direction of the Daycare Manager, this position is responsible for providing a safe and caring
environment for children, ages one to four, in a daycare setting.
Responsibilities:
• Provide literacy programming for children including such activities as music and singing, story
reading lessons, season-appropriate craft activities, games, and physical movement activities.
• Create a positive and warm environment so children may feel free to express themselves and
choose activities suitable to their age and abilities.
• Engage the children in the Mi’kmaq language to support them in learning Mi’kmaq and support
first language learning.
• Teach and practice nutrition as provided by Supervisor.
• Maintain records of each child’s program and suggest ways in which parents can stimulate their
child’s learning and development from home.• Maintain a tidy and clean play and work area as directed by Supervisor.
• Notify Supervisor of any escalating issues or concerns.
• Other related duties as determined by the Supervisor.
Qualifications:
• High School or equivalency.
• Demonstrated experience working with children.
• Willingness to obtain Early Childhood Education certification.
• Demonstrated genuine interest in working with children, including children with special needs.
• Preference will be given to applicants from a Mi’kmaq First Nations Community.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
• A criminal record check and Child Abuse Registry is required.
Please apply with a resume, cover letter, criminal records check & Child Abuse Registry to:
Human Resource Manager
Email employmentapplication@sipeknekatik.ca
Or
Mail/drop off: 522 Church Street, Indian Brook, NS B0N 1H0
We are an equal opportunity employer; however, qualified Aboriginal applicants will be given priority in accordance with the
Aboriginal Employment Preference Policy of the Canadian Human Rights Commission. The Band will not assume any expenses
related to any job application process, included but not limited to travel, relocation, and application development. Please note
certain positions come with mandatory employee benefits. Only those applicants who qualify for an interview will be contacted.