Job Description

Early Childhood Services

Ensure all children receive appropriate screening (Ages and Stages Questionnaire) throughout the year

Follow up on screening and referrals

Participate in Development of Individual Program Planning for Children who are receiving

Early Childhood support services

Coordinate Parent Meetings for review of IPP's

Ensure all pertinent information is collected and recorded for file

Provide written reports (case notes) on a weekly basis

Coordinate Parent information and support in Early Childhood development awareness and parenting support programs

General / Licensing

Be familiar with and abide by policies set forth by the agency

Ensures the program operates at all times in compliance with all child care licensing standards

Must know and implement: Centre routines and practices; Pre-school Licensing Act regulations; the Health Department guidelines.

Be familiar with Alberta Child, Youth and Family Enhancement Act.

Attend regular staff and/or parent meetings as scheduled

Abide by the Opokaa'sin Early Intervention Society's Code of Confidentiality Share responsibility for maintaining program equipment in good repair; assist with toy/equipment disinfecting

Shares responsibility for maintaining the play environment and storage areas in an organized and clutter-free condition

Participates in regular fire drills and other emergency procedures

Engage in positive collaboration with the other programs and early childhood educators of the centre in coordinating the effective use of equipment, facilities and personnel Assists the Centre Director in maintaining a safe and healthy work environment by promptly reporting any existing and/or potential workplace hazards

Performs other duties as may be assigned from time to time by the Centre Director or her/his designate

Consult with Wisdom committee on matters related to delivery of Culture and Language

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the supervision of the Early Learning Coordinator, you will be responsible to provide an early learning program conducive to the needs of Indigenous children, 3- 5 years of age, providing direct supervision of all children in your care. You will be responsible for planning and implementing the program between the school months of September --June and provide adequate reporting and evaluation of the program. Program goals include: 1) Pre-school readiness skills; 2) increased knowledge of Aboriginal Culture and Language; 3) increased knowledge in Health and Nutritional practices 4) increased parental involvement and parenting skills'. You will also be responsible for providing additional resources and/or referrals for the families you work with, if need be.

Wage: $23-$25/hr

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provide educational and cultural teachings and/or opportunities

Share in the responsibility for planning, preparing and implementing stimulating, ageappropriate activities that encourage children's creativity and learning and promote each child's social, emotional, cognitive and physical development.

Responsible for the constant supervision, safety and wellbeing of the children

Recognize and respond to the needs of each child by using developmentally appropriate teaching and child behaviour management techniques

Participate fully and consistently as a conscientious team member in caring for the children and in the overall operation of the program

Ensure the health and safety of the children participating in the program

Maintains regular and open communication with program team members and other coworkers

Establish and maintain regular communication with parents

Observes and records relevant information on each child's progress as required/as per Centre practices

Coordinate, track and support Parent Involvement

Assist children and families in accessing community activities

Skills and Training required:

Participate in ongoing professional development and attends/maintain all mandatory training. In depth knowledge of Infant and Early Childhood Developmental stages.

Ability to plan and implement developmentally appropriate activities and experiences Knowledge of appropriate guiding and caring strategies for children 3 to 5 years.

Strong organizational skills, ability to multi-task in a dynamic working environment; selfmotivated personality; ability to work independently and as a team player. Extensive experience working with children 0-5 years and their families Working knowledge of Aboriginal Head Start philosophy and curriculum

Basic computer skills Microsoft Word and Outlook

Knowledge of First Nations and the language, culture and traditions

REPORTING LINE: Head Start Teacher is directly accountable to the Early Learning Coordinator.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Early Childhood Diploma and preschool teaching experience.

Ability and experience working with First Nations children

Awareness and understanding of Indigenous culture and issues

Excellent written & oral communication skills

CPR & First Aid certification

Must submit a Child Welfare and Criminal Record check *Fluency in Blackfoot is a definite asset!

All potential applicants are required to submit a 6 months current Criminal Records Check with Vulnerable Sector, Child Welfare Check, and provide two (2) references, cover letter and resume. Screening Criteria: Please be advised that in order to be considered for the position applicants must clearly indicate how they meet criteria Failure could result in elimination from hiring pool.

Submit complete package to:

OpokaaJsin Early Intervention Society

OPOKAA'SIN EARLY INTERVENTION SOCIETY

Head Start Teacher

241 Stafford Drive North, Lethbridge, AB T IH 2A5

ATTN: Human Resources

Email:

Phone: (403) 380-2569 | Fax: (403) 327-6775

Job Type: Fixed term contract
Contract length: 9 months

Pay: $23.00-$25.00 per hour

Benefits:

Dental care Extended health care Paid time off
Work Location: In person