Community Pedagogical Advisor

**Division**:

- Children's Services

**Important Notices & Amendments**:
**This position**currently falls within our hybrid model**, allowing the employee to**typically**work**a minimum of**50% of**your** time**at your regular work location and the other 50% of time at home.**

**About Us**:
Serving a diverse urban and rural population of more than 475,000, Niagara Region is focused on building a strong and prosperous Niagara. Working collaboratively with 12 local area municipalities and numerous community partners, the Region delivers a range of high-quality programs and services to support and advance the well-being of individuals, families and communities within its boundaries. Nestled between the great lakes of Erie and Ontario, the Niagara peninsula features some of Canada’s most fertile agricultural land, the majesty of Niagara Falls and communities that are rich in both history and recreational and cultural opportunities. Niagara boasts dynamic modern cities, Canada’s most developed wine industry, a temperate climate, extraordinary theatre, and some of Ontario’s most breathtaking countryside. An international destination with easy access to its binational U.S. neighbour New York State, Niagara attracts over 14 million visitors annually, as well as a steady stream of new residents and businesses.

At Niagara Region, we value diversity - in background and experience. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We aspire to hire and grow a workforce reflective of the diverse community we serve. By doing so, we can deliver better programs and services across Niagara.

For the Region's full employee equity statement, Working at Niagara Region - Niagara Region, Ontario.

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**Job Summary**:
Salary Pending Review

Reporting to the Manager, Children’s Services Community Strategy & Partnership, the Community Pedagogical and Quality Program Manager is responsible for leading a team that builds capacity across the Early Years and Child Care sector by providing ongoing support, guidance, and engagement to early years and child care providers within the community. The primary objective of this role is to ensure the delivery of high-quality, inclusive early years and child care programming that aligns with the needs of families, children, and the community.

Education
- Post-secondary degree or diploma in a Human Services related field, such as Early Childhood Studies, Child Development, Social Science, or a related field
- Member in good standing of the Registered Early Childhood Educators (RECE)
- Resource Consultant certificate or equivalent considered an asset

**Knowledge/ Skills**:

- At least 5 years related experience in an early childhood education or social service environment.
- At least 3 years experience in a supervisory or leadership role
- Experience working as a Resource Consultant or in a similar role supporting children with unique and special needs considered an asset
- Extensive knowledge of early childhood education principles, special needs resourcing, and quality programming standards.
- In-depth understanding of the early years and child care sector, with a focus on the role of Service System Manager.
- Demonstrated understanding of legislative documents and frameworks such as the Child Care and Early Years Act and How does Learning Happen?
- Extensive knowledge of community programs, local resources, and service networks.
- Strong grasp of centre-based and licensed home child care, EarlyON Child Care and Family Centres, and other early learning services.
- Experience in leading through others with ability to empower and guide team members to achieve goals
- Strong ability to leverage data and evidence to provide strategic recommendations, make informed decisions. and enhance program performance.
- Strong written and oral communication skills, with the ability to convey complex ideas clearly and effectively.
- Experience using Project Management principles and methodologies an asset
- Skilled at liaising with community agencies, staff, senior leadership, departments, and the public to achieve project goals and enhance community engagement.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.

**Responsibilities**:

- Supervise community pedagogy and quality activities and processes, ensuring programs and services are delivered throughout the Inclusion Resource Support Model (25% of time)_
- Lead, supervise, and provide guidance to a team of Community Pedagogical Advisors who work directly with early years and child care providers.
- Foster a collaborative and supportive team culture, providing regular feedback and professional development opportunities.
- Support staff in establishing and maintaining effective relationships with early years and childcare providers, helping to build their capacity to deliver quality programs.
- Support staff in resolving complex cases, supporting the coordination of services for