Job Description

Fort Erie Community Preschool is a non-profit child program that delivers an exciting, fun-based learning space where children are encouraged to explore, discover, and learn through play. We're not a daycare; our program is designed to introduce young children to the concept of going to school so when they do start kindergarten, they have a solid foundation in place to help them make the transition.

We believe children learn about the world by interacting with it. Our classrooms are inclusive to all children, including those with special needs and developmental needs. We provide opportunities for little ones to explore and discover new things every day through imaginative, associative, and co-operative play. Our program is 100% play-based and child-led. We let their imaginations and interests guide us.

Reporting to the Supervisor, you'll be required to keep daily logs and tracking data of the work you do with a child who exhibits and/or demonstrates responsive behaviours. This child may need assistance with daily transitions, communication support, social support, life skills, conflict resolution, sensory needs, emotional support, and developmental skills. Non-verbal communication skills will be required.

Responsibilities

Using behaviour tracking sheets to identify the onset of behaviours

Recording daily goals being met using anecdotal notes

Collaborating with the classroom teacher to create strategies to assist the child with their responsive behaviours and other children in the classroom

Using specialized equipment and visual schedules

Making adaptations to the classroom environment, such as implementing new activities or centres design to prevent behaviours and allowing the child to safely express themselves in positive ways

Assisting with physical disabilities

Assisting with learning disabilities

Diapering and toileting

You're a good fit for this position if you have:

Demonstrated experience working with students with special education needs of varying ages, preferably in a school setting;
An ability to work with classroom teachers in order to establish a positive classroom environment;
The ability to support students in the areas of personal care, mobility, communication, and life skills;
A thorough understanding of positive behaviour supports, including Applied Behaviour Analysis strategies;
A proven ability to deal with classroom management and emergency situations to take appropriate actions based on established school policies and procedures;
An ability to communicate in a sensitive, courteous manner with children, parents, staff, and others;
A proven ability to follow policies and procedures in an appropriate and timely manner;
An understanding and commitment to confidentiality
Job Type: Permanent

Pay: From $22.00 per hour

Expected hours: 25 - 40 per week

Ability to commute/relocate:

Fort Erie, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:

Childcare: 2 years (required) Special education: 1 year (required)
Work Location: In person