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Kindergarten Afternoon Care Facilitator (Part-time / January 2025 start)

Polaris School and Centre is seeking a kindergarten afternoon care facilitator to begin January 2025. Having opened our doors in September 2018, Polaris School and Centre is a small, independent Waldorf-inspired school in the heart of Ottawa.  We are currently looking for an individual to join our team and our growing and diverse school community.
 
Working closely with and under the supervision of the ECE Lead Kindergarten teacher, the afternoon care facilitator works to create a joyful, safe, warm, and loving atmosphere for the children in our care. We are looking for a talented and motivated individual who enjoys working with children, has a knowledge of Waldorf education and works well in a collaborative manner.
 
Responsibilities include:
  • Assist the Kindergarten Teacher with both indoor and outdoor activities, such as preparing for activities, including rest time.  
  • Assist the Class Teacher in maintaining the physical environment and social atmosphere within the classroom. 
  • Lead the afternoon care.
  • Observe and document the children’s experience and share observations to the Kindergarten Teacher.
  • Participate in meetings with Kindergarten staff to discuss issues and routines and to share observations.
  • Assist with the daily cleaning of the classroom and sanitization of all high touch areas.  Specifically, this involves cleaning all tables (including play area), putting the red mats out for drawing (along with crayons and paper), sweeping the floor and putting toys back where they belong.

Education & Experience
  • Have a familiarity with Waldorf pedagogy and best practices.   Having a Waldorf Teaching Certificate (WECAN / Lifeways) is an asset.  
  • Have at least a minimum of one year experience in the childcare setting.  A minimum of one year experience in a Waldorf / Steiner Early Childhood setting is preferred.
  • Be willing to receive instruction and work collaboratively with the early childhood team and school administration.
  • Demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills in the completion of all duties and towards students, parents and colleagues.
  • Provide a satisfactory vulnerable sector check.
  • Hold current first aid certification.

Salary/hours:  $22 to 24/hr based on experience and qualifications. On average 20hrs per week (Mon. to Fri.)

If interested, email a letter of intent, your resume, along with two references to [email protected] before October 18th, 2024. 

We look forward to hearing from you!