Job Details

Solid Foundations Montessori School East Saint Paul, Winnipeg was built specifically with the Montessori Program in mind.  We are licensed for school age before and after school care and all of our camps which run during Christmas break, spring break and all summer. Our mission is to facilitate each child’s optimum development in an excellent Montessori based, academically nurturing, Christian environment. Our vision is to provide a holistic educational approach that considers the uniqueness of each child and promotes their emotional, intellectual, spiritual, physical, and social well-being.

 We are currently seeking for caring, creative and passionate Day Care Teachers to join our team.

 Our business address: 1158 Kildonan Drive, Winnipeg, Manitoba, R2G 1J4

Job location: 500-2476 Wenzel Drive, East St. Paul, Manitoba, R2E 1E8

 We offer:

·         Wage: $17.00/hour

·         Hours: 40/week

·         Benefits: Group insurance benefits

Terms of employment:

·         Number of vacancies: 6

·         Full time, permanent position

·         Job start date: as soon as possible

·         Employment conditions: morning, day, evening

Job Description

As a Day Care Teacher your main duties and responsibilities will include:

• Implement the Montessori philosophy;
• Plan, prepare and organize the learning environment;
• Develop and implement programs that support and promote the physical, cognitive, emotional and social development of children;
• Lead activities by telling or reading stories, teaching songs and taking children to local points of interest, provide opportunities to express creativity through the media of art, dramatic play, music and physical activity;
• Establish and carry out a daily activity schedule that incorporates child directed activity, care routines and transition times;
• Supervise and manage children both inside and outside the school;
• Create a fun and safe learning environment;
• Meet the needs and interests of the children;
• Promote independence in the children;
• Guide and assist children in the development of proper eating, dressing and toilet habits,
• Develop schedules and routines to ensure adequate physical activity, rest, and playtime;
• Instruct children in activities designed to promote intellectual and creative growth;
• Teach courteous behaviours and pro-social conflict resolution skills;
• Observe children for signs of potential learning or behavioural problems and prepare reports for parents, guardians or supervisor;
• Assess the abilities, interests and needs of children;
• Communicate with parents on students' growth and progress;
• Attend staff meetings to discuss progress and problems of children;
• Assist in keeping records etc.

Qualifications and Skills:

• College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
• Montessori Early Childhood Teacher Certificate
• 1 to less than 2 years of experience working with children
• Valid Emergency First Aide & CPR Certificate
• Criminal record check
• Vulnerable sector check

Children's Ages: Infant (4 months onwards), 1 year, 2 years, 3 years, 4 years, 5 years

Work Setting: Before and after school programs, Day care centre or nursery school

Work Location Information: Urban area

Work Site Environment: Non-smoking

Personal Suitability: Punctuality, Excellent oral communication, Excellent written communication, Values and ethics, Reliability, Interpersonal awareness, Judgement, Dependability, Flexibility, Effective interpersonal skills, Team player

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities: Repetitive tasks, Physically demanding, Attention to detail, Combination of sitting, standing, walking, Bending, crouching, kneeling, Manual dexterity

If this sounds like the perfect fit for you, then don't delay -- apply today!

Please forward your Resume and Cover letter:

 By mail: 1158 Kildonan Drive, Winnipeg, Manitoba, R2G 1J4

By email: solidfms@mymts.net

By email: solidfoundationsms@gmail.com

Solid Foundations Montessori School is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to a diverse workforce and a respectful work environment. We are focused on attracting and retaining the best talent by encouraging applications from all qualified individuals including aboriginal people, newcomers, visible minorities, youth and people with disabilities. Take a look at our website for more information: www.solidfoundationsmontessorischool.com