ECE Before and After School

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Job Description

Park Lawn Preschool Inc. operates three non-profit child care centres located in the Park Lawn - Queensway area in Etobicoke. We are currently seeking a Registered Early Childhood Educator to join our Before and After School team. Applicants must be available to work a split shift between the hours of 7:00 am - 9:30 am & 2:30 pm - 6:00 pm hrs/day minimum) and full days on all PA Days, March Break, Winter Break and possible Summer Programming.

Location:

Parklawn Preschool - 71 Ballacaine Dr, Etobicoke

Responsibilities and Duties

• Following an Emergent/Inquiry based curriculum model, and using documented observations of children to plan and implement age appropriate programs that stimulate and enriches children's development for children ages 3.8 yrs – 10 years of age, using "How Does Learning Happen?" and ELECT documents
• Work in accordance with the policies and guidelines set out in the Child Care and Early Years Act, 2014,Toronto Public Health, and Toronto Children's Services Assessment for Quality Improvement.
• Support and maintain all aspects of children's safety and well being.
• Document children's every day learning and experiences.
• Establish and maintains collaborative relationships with parents and families by utilizing a variety of communication tools (Lillio - formerly HiMama, daily conversations, newsletters, children's daily charts, etc) while being sensitive to their culture and beliefs.
• May be responsible for guiding students and volunteers.
• Ensure records and documentation are accurate and up to date (attendances, cleaning schedules, accident reports, etc)
• Attend and participate in centre/organization staff meetings and workshops.

Qualifications and Skills

• RECE: Early Childhood Education Diploma or Degree & member in good standing with the College of ECE
• Experience working with Kindergarten or School Age children in a childcare setting
• Knowledge of CCEYA, 2014, Early Learning Framework, How Does Learning Happen? and Emergent/Inquiry-based program, an asset.
• Knowledge of the Toronto Children's Services Early Learning and Care Assessment for Quality Improvement (AQI)
• Minimum of 1 year experience working with children in a child care setting.
• Experience with Lillio, an asset.
• Physically able to participate in program with children inside and outside the classroom.
• Sensitive and inclusive to the children and families' needs.
• Able to work well within a team environment by establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with children, parents, staff and program specialists.
• Flexible and adaptable to changing environments.
• Exhibit a genuine, nurturing, and caring attitude in the classroom.
• Excellent communication skills - verbal and written
• Well-developed problem-solving, conflict resolution skills and good judgement
• Self-directed with proven commitment to contribute to the team
• Up-to-date Health assessment, including immunizations
• Current Standard First Aid & CPR Level C Certificate
• Current Police Reference Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening

Job Type: Part time

Hourly Rate Starting at: $25.73 /hour

Additional Benefits for Before and After School staff includes:

+ $2 Provincial Wage Enhancement (PWE) + $2 Premium Pay for Split Shift (this is on top of the hourly rate)

Benefits:

• Paid Vacation
• Paid Personal Days
• Competitive Group Health Benefits i.e. health, dental, eye care
• Employee Assistant Program (EAP)
• Pay Scale provided to all permanent staff
• Annual RECE renewal payment with the college of ECE covered by the organization for permanent staff.
• Opportunities for professional learning and development

Park Lawn Preschool Inc. offers accommodation for applicants with disabilities in its recruitment process. If you are selected for a job opportunity, please advise if you require accommodations.

We thank all applicants for applying, however only successful candidates will be contacted for an interview.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $25.73 per hour

Expected hours: 27.5 per week

Benefits:

• Company events
• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Vision care

Application question(s):

• Are you in good standing with the College of ECE?
• Do you have a diploma or degree in ECE?

Work Location: In person