Job Description

SPARK is a provider/subcontractor of the Entry to School Program (a school readiness program funded by MCCSS under the Early Years Pillar of the Ontario Autism Program). We are presently

seeking a full-time Classroom Facilitator to join our team for a 7-month contract

(mid-January to mid-August)

in supporting this innovative program. We are looking for a professional who is passionate about working with the pediatric population, and whose values align closely with SPARK's (please visit: www.SPARKpediatric.com).

Why Work at SPARK?

Opportunity to work within the MCCSS funded Entry to School Program at the Lindsay site - a school readiness program funded under the OAP

Competitive compensation

A supportive, multidisciplinary team environment

Responsibilities and Duties:

Provision of service as a part of the Entry to School program team

Implementing an early learning curriculum within a group setting, with focus on the facilitation of skill-development in preparation of starting school

Accessing guidance and implementing recommendations from a multidisciplinary supervisory team composed of Occupational Therapy, Speech Language Pathology, and Behaviour Analytic professionals

Prioritizing client safety, dignity, and autonomy

Adhering to SPARK's policies and procedures

Qualifications and Skills:

Relevant post-secondary education (e.g. Occupational Therapist Assistant, Early Childhood Education)

Significant professional experience working with autistic preschool-aged children

Commitment to progressive, ethical, and strength-based services that aim to affirm clients' neurodivergent identities

Effective communication skills

Takes initiative and works well independently and as part of a team

Recent Vulnerable Sector Screening

Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 7 months

Pay: $20.00-$26.00 per hour

Expected hours: 37.5 per week

Work Location: In person