Responsibilities:
General

Provide a safe, welcoming, clean, and nurturing environment for children and families, and promptly report any existing or potential workplace hazards

Open and prepare the facility for daily program operations, ensuring the setting is safe and ready for children and families

Build and maintain positive, respectful, and supportive relationships with children, families, colleagues, and supervisors

Collaborate with the Supervisor to plan, prepare, and implement stimulating, culturally inclusive, and age-appropriate activities that promote children’s learning, creativity, and development

Introduce foundational learning concepts, including letters, numbers, colours, and body parts, through engaging, play-based activities

Adapt activities to meet each child’s individual needs, interests, abilities, and developmental stages

Encourage healthy routines, personal hygiene, and positive self-care habits among children

Assist with the preparation and serving of nutritious snacks and meals while ensuring appropriate supervision and food safety

Maintain a clean, organized, and hygienic environment by cleaning, disinfecting, and properly storing toys, equipment, and program materials

Participate in staff meetings, training sessions, professional development opportunities, and centre-wide activities, including cultural celebrations and holiday events

Complete daily closing procedures by securing the facility and preparing the environment for the following day’s operations

Perform other duties related to the position as assigned by the Supervisor

QUALIFICATIONS:
Education

High School Diploma (Required)

Post-Secondary Education in related field (Asset)

First Aid (Asset)

Experience

Previous experience providing care, support, and supervision to children in a childcare, family support, or early childhood education environment (Asset)

Competency





Ability to interact politely, respectfully, and effectively with children, families, caregivers, Elders, and community members

Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team

Adaptability and ability to respond positively to changing needs and situations

Demonstrates sound judgment

Strong work ethic

Reliable and professional

Organizational skills

Ability and willingness to learn new skills and adapt to a changing work environment

Ability to work individually and as part of a team

Shows initiative, a positive attitude, and a willingness to learn and receive guidance

Physical Demands and Working Setting:
Physical Demand

Bend, kneel, crouch, and sit on the floor for extended periods

Moving, standing, walking and performing repetitive motions while playing and assisting children

Mental Demands

Maintain focus and attention while supervising multiple children and responding quickly to emergencies

Manage high-stress situations calmly, demonstrating patience, empathy, and positive interactions throughout the day

Condition of Employment

You will adhere to the Lax Kw’alaams Band Code of Conduct, Code of Confidentiality, Social Media Policy and any other Policies in the Human Resource Manual

Follow all guidelines harmoniously and cooperatively, creating a team approach in their duties for the Band’s future success

Acceptable Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Search

Valid Driver’s License (Class 5) (Asset)

Classification/Pay Scale

$25.72

As per the Canadian Union of Public Employees’ Local 2365 Collective Agreement

Preference will be given to Lax Kw’alaams Band Members or qualified applicants of Indigenous ancestry. However, we invite all qualified individuals to apply.

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📌 Head Start Worker (Casual) | Lax Kw'alaams Band (British Columbia)
🏢 Lax Kw'alaams
📍 British Columbia