Team Mentor

**Childventures Early Learning Academy** has established an outstanding reputation as a trailblazer in child development. We believe in the transformative power of early childhood education and are dedicated to creating a nurturing and stimulating environment where young minds can flourish. We are a community of educators who are passionate about lifelong learning. Our team is committed to fostering a love of learning and laying the foundation for a lifetime of success for our children.

Be part of an organization that supports YOU in doing your best work. We are committed to creating a supportive and inclusive environment where our team feels cared for and is inspired to facilitate learning - not only in educating our children but also to learn and grow themselves.

**POSITION OVERVIEW**

A **Team Mentor** is responsible for the operation and direction of their programs. The principle responsibilities include: maintaining a high quality environment, assessing the performance of and guiding the professional development of each member of the team educating the team in the various curriculum models supported by the centre, maintaining open and honest lines of communication between parents and team members and always exemplifying professionalism.

**EXCLUSIVE PERKS**
- Competitive wages and vacation allowance
- Training & development: paid professional development days and continuous curriculum training
- Opportunities for career advancement
- Fully reimbursed RECE membership dues
- Group Benefits including Health, Dental, AD&D, Life and Health Care Spending Account
- Corporate discount and perks program
- Beautiful, Spacious & Enjoyable Work Environment

Childventures is dedicated to bringing our Values to life for our children, family and team Click here to see our Values.

**KEY RESPONSIBILITIES**:

- Working in collaboration with the Director and team members, the Team Mentor will utilize standard environment evaluation tools as well as Childventures evaluation tools to ensure a high-quality environment. Interacts with Ministry staff and other regulators around licensing requirements for inspection purposes.
- Follows the Centre's Quality Assurance Cycle when using program evaluation tools
- The team mentor will ensure that the team members assess and foster the individual needs of every child and provide a safe and caring environment. Provides positive social experiences.
- The team mentor will role model a positive attitude while being a contributing member of the team. He/she will be respectful of the uniqueness of others and implement strategies for effective communication and teamwork.
- Facilitates and understanding of a variety of cultures and value systems
- Provides a physically safe and emotionally supportive environment
- The team mentor will demonstrate a professional work attitude and positive work ethics while on the job and in the community. He/she will act as a role model for team members, parents and children. He/she will remain current in professional development and will positively promote and represent Childventures in the community
- The team mentor will adhere to health and safety regulations according to the Public Health Board and the Child Care Early Years Act. He/she will always ensure that the environment for the children and team members is healthy and safe.
- The team mentor will develop and educate team members in all curriculum models used within the centre.
- Actively participates in required training sessions within Childventures curriculum and community sponsored professional development
- Ensure the team members are providing age-appropriate programs to enhance the children’s cognitive, physical, social and emotional development.
- Ensure the team members are completing daily observations
- Regular review of child record maintenance

**QUALIFICATIONS**:

- RECE, ECA, or CYW
- Experience in early years education
- Understanding of the CCEYA requirements and regulations
- Experience in multiple age groups considered an asset
- Exceptional interpersonal and relationship skills with the ability to work effectively with team members

**MINISTRY REQUIREMENTS**:

- 2 Step TB Skin Test
- Updated Immunizations (Tetanus, MMR)
- Vulnerable Sector Check
- Standard First Aid/CPR C