Pedagogy and Program Specialist
1 week ago
For over 30 years, Umbrella Family and Child Centres of Hamilton has enjoyed the reputation of being an organization that offers high-quality programs to children and their families. We operate 27 centres in public elementary schools throughout the City of Hamilton - including outlying areas - and provide service to over 2,400 children each day.
In operation since 1988, Umbrella is a non-profit corporation administered by a community-based Board of Directors who have a keen interest in early learning and childcare. Located within elementary schools, families appreciate the availability of a ‘seamless day’ for their children - early learning, care and education ‘under one roof’.
We pride ourselves on being a leading childcare organization, committed to high quality programs that are inclusive, accessible, and promote learning and growth.
**Who are we Looking For?**
We are looking for a **Pedagogy and Program Specialist**.
**Why work for Us?**
Benefits to Working for Umbrella Family and Child Centres:
- Competitive wages and benefits
- RRSP matching program
- Employee Assistance Program
- Unionized Environment
- Generous vacation and sick time allotments
- Employees with children get priority on childcare waiting list
- Working in a fun, collaborative and positive environment with top professionals
**What are we Looking For?**
**Experience**:Minimum 5-years of experience working within a childcare centre.
**Education**:
- Diploma (or equivalent) in Early Childhood Education;
- Registered Early Childhood Educator (RECE) in good standing; and
- University degree in a related field preferred but not required.
**Certifications**:
- Satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Police Check
- Proof of up to date immunization for TB, Tetanus and MMR
- Proof of COVID-19 Vaccinations
**Skills**:
- In-depth knowledge of How Does Learning Happen?
- Conflict resolution and problem solving skills
- In-depth knowledge of the CECE Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice
- Experience in coaching, mentoring and facilitating adult education
- Working knowledge of MS Office Suite; and
- Knowledge of inclusion principles as they relate to early childhood education
**Characteristics**:
- Strong coaching and mentoring skills
- Support pedagogical programming in an every-changing and evolving environment;
- Strong written and verbal communication skills;
- Ability to work independently and as a team member to achieve outcomes and meet deadlines
- An advocate for diversity, equality, and inclusion
**What will you be doing?**
- Guide and mentor supervisors and educators to align their programs and practices with provincial pedagogy;
- Plan and deliver continuous professional learning and development in programming, pedagogy and pedagogical documentation;
- Establish and maintain professional relationships with early year’s community partners;
- Develop and maintain a positive working relationship with any applicable community organizations;
- Guide supervisors and educators in working with children with diverse abilities; and
- Provide strategies and resources to support each child’s unique skill-set.
- In compliance with Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, accommodations are available to applicants to support them in all aspects of the hiring process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance. We thank all applicants but only those considered for an interview will be contacted._
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