Temporary Team Lead

Upper Canada Child Care - “A smile on each child’s face every day.”
We are currently recruiting Registered Early Childhood Educators or equivalent (Child and Youth Worker or OCT Member) for a temporary Team Lead Position in Newmarket at the following location: Meadowbrook PS.
- This is a temporary position for a 1 year duration.

**Starting Pay**:
**RECE or Equivalent**: $25.06 - $28.64/hour plus Wage Enhancement Grant ($2.00/hr), Split Shift Premium ($2.00/hr), Canada Wide Early Learning Child Care (up to $1.00/hr for RECEs where applicable) & Team Lead Premium Pay

**Position Type & Required Availability**:
**Who We Are**:
Upper Canada Child Care has 40 years of experience in child care and education. We are a non-profit, government-licensed organization operating centres in communities throughout Toronto, York Region, and Simcoe County. Upper Canada Child Care is committed to providing quality programs that are guided by our organizational values of support, trust, safety, respect and professionalism. We believe that we set the stage for our children’s success when we foster the foundations of belonging, well-being, engagement and expression in our programs.
**What We Offer Our Educators**:
As a large and growing organization, we have the ability to offer competitive compensation and rewards, including regular pay increases, wage enhancement grants, paid personal days, medical and dental benefits, split shift premium pay, paid training and development, involvement in charity initiatives, long term service awards, child care discounts, group RRSP program and the opportunity to advance and move throughout the organization. Upper Canada Child Care has recently expanded to include a forest school, allowing our educators to gain valuable knowledge and experience in this exciting area of child development and education.

In collaboration with the school age team, the Team Lead is responsible for the day-to-day operation of the program. The Team Lead serves as a source of information to parents, community partners, and teammates through knowledge and understanding of internal policies and procedures, government child care regulations, and dedication to early learning and development. Through professional conduct and respectful leadership, the Team Lead acts as a model and support to teammates, supply staff, volunteers, and students. The Team Lead shows support of the supervisor’s decisions and consistently advises the supervisor of information pertaining to the program.
SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE
- Diploma in Early Childhood Education (ECE); or approved equivalency, from a recognized college or university.
- A recent Vulnerable Sector Check
- Working knowledge of child care early years act (CCEYA) is an asset.
- At least 18 years of age or older due to licensing requirements.
- 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 (training provided upon selection if required).
- Excellent organizational, 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.
- Uses initiative; 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, and Storypark.

Thank you for your interest; only applicants who may be interviewed will be contacted.
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