Job Description

The Program Supervisor is responsible for assisting with policy implementation and effective management of Progress Childcare (Scarborough) Inc. and all its programs. The Program Supervisor works closely with all employees in the organization to plan and develop age-appropriate programs to enhance the cognitive, physical, social, and emotional develop according to our program statement and philosophy, the Child Care Early Years Act, using Early Learning for Every Child Today (ELECT), How Does Learning Happen? Assessment for Quality Improvement (AQI) and Toronto Public Health Guidelines.

What you will do:

Assists the Director by collaborating with employees and relevant licensing bodies and community agencies to accomplish the objectives of the organization

Assists the Director in the hiring, supervising, and managing performance of staff

Responsible for the day-to-day operations of the organization in the absence of the Director

Encourages team-building by modelling open communication and positive working relationships with employees and families

Assists in the implementation of policies and procedure to support staff and meet the children's needs

Provides pedagogical orientation for new hires, acts as resource to all staff

Assists in monitoring and evaluating staff

Assists in financial management of the organization

Assumes other responsibilities as delegated by the Director

Adherence to the legislative regulations and duties set out for an Early Childhood Educator under the current Ontario Child Care and Early Years Act

Adherence to the Professional Responsibilities and Code of Conduct set out by the Ontario College of Early Childhood Educators, including but not limited to the Conflict of Interest Policy and the Confidentiality policy.

Maintaining RECE status in good standing with the Ontario College of Early

Attends Board of director's meetings

Assists the Director in reviewing and updated existing policies and procedures as required. Provide input into employee performance reviews.

Assist with monitoring policies and procedures for effectiveness and compliance

Follow all policies and procedures relating to Human Resources and make recommendations for policy review when necessary.

Assist the Director in creating a staffing schedule including managing staff requests for shift changes, days off, holidays, etc. ensuring sufficient staffing of the centre

Maintain employee files ensuring proper documentation of hours worked and all other pertinent necessary documentation.

Keep the Director informed of all issues and concerns regarding the program, staff and children

Ensures supply and support staff are adequately oriented to the organization and program

Oversees the schedule and placement of supply staff

Model and demonstrate appropriate teaching techniques

Acts as a resource for supply and support staff

Reports any substantiated concerns to the Director

Qualifications:

Diploma in Early Childhood Education or Provincially recognized equivalency

Minimum 3 years as a Registered Early Childhood Educator in a childcare setting

Current registration with the College of Early Childhood Educators in good stand

Valid Standard First-Aid and Level "C" CPR Certificate

Proof of a satisfactory Police Record Check including Vulnerable Sector Screening

Child Care Management or Administration Program Certificate would be an asset.

Management/supervisory experience in childcare setting is an asset.

Demonstrated knowledge, understanding, and training of the Ontario Human Rights Code, the Integrated Accessibility Standard (AODA), the Occupational Health and Safety Act, and Conflict Management Skills

Demonstrated knowledge and skills in Human Resource Management, financial management, and risk management

Occupational Health and Safety certification are an asset and Experience in a unionized child care setting is an asset.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental care Life insurance Vision care
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person