Job Description

Job Summary

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Provides a stimulating, safe, and developmentally appropriate educational environment where children can develop cognitive, social, emotional, and physical skills. Provides a block and lesson plan by which classes are conducted. May lead and functionally supervise teacher's aides or assistants.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Organizes and provides developmentally appropriate early childhood education programs; plans and implements curriculum and education for children ranging in age from six weeks to twelve years old.

2. Provides activities and opportunities that encourage curiosity, exploration, and problem solving appropriate to the developmental levels and learning styles of children.

3. Plans and prepares classroom setting; oversees safety and educational programs; supervises children in the classroom; provides a supportive environment in which children can learn and practice appropriate and acceptable individual and group behaviors.

4. Interacts with Supervisor, Parents and Community groups; maintains open and cooperative communication with parents and families, encouraging their involvement in the program and supporting the child's family relationships.

5. Writes and compiles individual assessments of each child's development; completes daily inventories, child attendance, and related reports.

6. Participates in teaching undergraduate and graduate early childhood education labs, as appropriate.

7. Participates in research programs concerned with improvements in early childhood teaching methods, as appropriate.

8. May lead, guide, and train staff/student employees, interns, and/or volunteers performing related work; may participate in the recruitment of volunteers, as appropriate to the area of operation.

9. Provides meals and snacks for the children and supervises and encourages them, as they eat.

10. Note and report any appetite issues to Supervisor and Parents.

11. Ensure children are dressed appropriately for indoor and outdoor activities.

12. Conduct daily health checks of each child; record illness or observations and inform the Supervisor.

13. Contact Parents directly or through the Supervisor whichever is quicker, as necessary.

14. Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

Minimum Job Requirements

Successful completion of at least 60 college-level credit hours; at least 3 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.

Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required

Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.

Records maintenance skills.

Knowledge of early childhood education programs and techniques.

Knowledge of child development theory and practice.

Ability to evaluate, design, and implement curriculum, testing, and/or teaching methodologies.

Ability to provide activities for children that encourage healthy growth.

Ability to exercise control and maintain classroom discipline.

Knowledge of applicable safety procedures.

Ability to provide a supportive and caring environment for children.

Ability to develop and present educational programs and/or workshops.

Ability to persuade and influence others.

Qualifications:

Minimum:

ECE diploma or provincially recognized equivalent. Registered member of the College of Early Childhood Educators of Ontario. Valid Standard First Aid and Level "C" CPR. Negative criminal records check. Demonstrated childcare center management/supervisory experience. Solid knowledge of the Day Nurseries Act. Superior interpersonal skills; high degree of initiative and dedication; team player; commitment to high quality programming for children and a supportive work environment for staff.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $17.60-$18.00 per hour

Work Location: In person