Summer Student Position - Jobs in Kentville, NS

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Do you Enjoy getting messy and cleaning upDo you value mother nature and all types of weatherAre you a hands-on learner and enjoy helping children learn alongside youLittle Pumpkins Inc- Early Learning Centre is seeking an summer student ECE and child-related field superhero in training to add to our amazing team of educators. Position includes Full time hours (9hrs with 1 hr break) Monday to Friday.Your duties as a Student teacher include:· Assisting with Daily Class activity programming (science, sensory, social emotional, responsibility, confidence, independence, etc)· Attending outings, following safety policies· Following Classroom Routine· Helping maintain classroom supplies· Making Messes and Tidying up with helpers· Follow NS COVID-19 public health recommendations for child care· Follow day-to-day licensing requirements and center policies of best practice· Positive Behaviour guidance· Model and lead by example for the children· Use the program/App HiMaMa to send updates and record keeping dailyWe are a Reggio Emilia philosophy center and love to get messy and have fun indoor and out. Our center is located close to downtown Kentville, Nova Scotia, close to accommodations, cafes, shops and parks.We go on adventures exploring natures playgrounds around us, getting outside and getting messy are part of our day-to-day fun.An ideal candidate will demonstrate a positive attitude, self-starter, motivated and outside the box thinker. You enjoy learning and always striving for self-improvement professionally and personally. Your friends and family describe you as always doing things and always on the go. When you do not know how to do solve a problem, you ask for help from those around you, working together as a team to solve it.We practice extending learning through play; you will need to think on your toes, be able to create and extend learning opportunities as they arise and plan for future activities based on the interests observed in the classroom.Requirements:Completed one year of post secondary school and returning in the fall OR a recent graduate of a post secondary school. Must be a permanent resident of Canada, under 30 years old to qualify fore the Canada Summer Jobs Grant.All are welcome to apply outside these parameters, priority will be given to students meeting the requirements of the Canada Summer Jobs Grant.Experience an asset.Be aware and understand NS regulations for Early childhood Centers in practice or willing to learn - we recommend reading the document available online through the Early Childhood department and asking questions.Required: Please let us know if you require a new document and we will assist.< 2 years - Criminal record check completed< 2 years - Child Abuse registry (in Nova Scotia) completed< 2 years - CPR-C (Infant and child)Other certifications are considered a commodity.Please send your resume and cover letter; quoting Summer Fun in the Sun as the reference position.Visit our website to find out more about us; www.littlepumpkins.ca and www.kentvilleafterschool.caPlease do not hesitate to reach out with any questions.Salary: $14-$16 per hour (2 month summer term)Hours: 40 per weekJob Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract, SeasonalContract length: 2 monthsSalary: $14.00-$16.00 per hourBenefits:

• Casual dress
• On-site childcare
• On-site parking

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

COVID-19 considerations:Following minimum provincial public health COVID-19 precautions.Ability to commute/relocate:

• Kentville, NS: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

• Are you familiar with Reggio Emilia philosophy

Education:

• Secondary School (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• First Aid- Child (preferred)
• Criminal record check under 2 yrs old (preferred)
• Child Abuse Registry Letter from Nova Scotia (preferred)

Application deadline: 2022-06-03Expected start date: 2022-06-20Quick Apply

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