Job Description

Upper Canada Child Care is looking to fill the position of a Temporary Supervisor to join our team located at Hodan Nalayeh SS (Thornhill, ON).This job posting is open to internal applicants only. Applicants are asked to email their cover letter and resume to hr@ucccc.ca by Wednesday, June 5th, 2024 . Please do not apply through Dayforce.Start Date: July 2024POSITION SUMMARYResponsible for the overall operation of the centre(s) and curriculum, ensuring compliance with all internal and external guidelines, policies and procedures. Serves as a role model within the organization by demonstrating support of Upper Canada Child Care\xe2\x80\x99s mission, vision, and guiding values. Represents the organization publicly in a professional and positive manner through effective and supportive communication with families and external agencies.JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Applies professional knowledge of child development and current legislative expectations to support a program that is consistent with Ministry of Education requirements and in accordance with Upper Canada Child Care\xe2\x80\x99s program statement.
• Participates in professional development opportunities, training sessions, meetings and committees both on and off-site.
• Liaison with personnel from government bodies and community agencies and responds to their directives (e.g. public health, Children\xe2\x80\x99s Aid Society, police, Children\xe2\x80\x99s Services, MEDU).
• Participates in performance management; including goal setting. Seeks out opportunities for professional development for employees in collaboration with the Training and Development Specialist.
• Administers progressive disciplinary processes as required, including observation, documentation and meeting with employees; seeks support from Director and/or People & Talent department when needed.
• Carries out established hiring procedures (e.g. initial screening, interviewing, evaluation, etc). Supports the onboarding and orientation of new employees.
• Supports and participates in the disability management process.
• Schedules dedicated time for classroom visits to ensure quality program delivery (reviews program charts, pedagogical documentation, environment), and to coach and lead employees.
• Identifies children in need of additional support. Guides parents through the process of accessing resources. Helps design and implement individual support plans as required.
• Fills the role of classroom teacher as needed; supports with general housekeeping and classroom duties (e.g. meal/snack preparation, toileting, diapering, dressing).
• Prepares and participates in Ministry of Education inspection/licensing process.
• Schedules and leads team and individual meetings (e.g. centre, room, accommodation, etc) as required. Documents meetings and provides meeting minutes.
• Communicates with the regional director on a consistent basis; ensures the regional director is up-to-date on the overall operation of the centre.
• Produces and/or reviews external communication for the centre including newsletters, calendars, postings, and other written documentation.
• Conducts centre tours for families; works closely with the Director Communication and Marketing to promote UCCC and optimize enrolment at centre level.
• Responsible for child registration including the collection, recording and maintenance of emergency and personal information. Supports Accounts Payable department with fee collection as needed.
• Ensures accurate payroll data entry.
• Maintains and/or collects child attendance records for subsidy purposes and submits reports to Children\xe2\x80\x99s Services as required.
• Monitors petty cash, inventory and spending according to centre budget.
• Participates in health and safety initiatives as required in compliance with Occupational Health & Safety.
• Communicates with suppliers and maintenance team as needed.
• Any other reasonable duties as may be assigned from time to time.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

• Diploma/degree in Early Childhood Education (ECE); or approved equivalency, from a recognized college or university.
• Minimum two years\xe2\x80\x99 experience working in a licensed child care setting.
• Good working knowledge of all legislation and guiding documents related to licensed child care in Ontario.
• A recent Vulnerable Sector Check
• Health assessment and record of immunization, as outlined by legislation.
• Up-to-date registration with the College of Early Childhood Educators (if applicable).
• Up-to-date certification in CPR-C and Standard First Aid
• Excellent organizational, communication and leadership skills; able to manage time effectively to meet the demands of the centre.
• Experience with inquiry/play based program design and implementation, and with the use of pedagogical documentation.
• Proven ability to communicate (written and verbal) effectively and establish appropriate relationships with families, caregivers, and other professionals.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure and maintain a professional disposition.
• Have the physical and emotional stamina to effectively supervise children in a variety of settings including outdoor public spaces.
• Computer proficiency, including Microsoft 365, Intranet, Dayforce, Parent App, and Storypark.

• Valid driver\xe2\x80\x99s license and vehicle.

Qualified applicants are encouraged to send their cover letter and resume to hr@ucccc.ca by Wednesday, June 5th, 2024. Please do not apply through Dayforce.

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