Early Childhood Educator- Canoe Landing Childcare Centre

Full Job Description

The Neighbourhood Group (TNG) is a multi-service agency that includes Central Neighbourhood House, Neighbourhood Link Support Services and St. Stephen’s Community House

JOB OPPORTUNITY Job# TNG2024-59

POSITION TITLE: Contract ECE – Before and After School Program - Canoe Landing

DEPARTMENT: Childcare

STATUS: Contract Full-time, CUPE 7797

# HRS / WEEK: 32.5 (6.5 hr per day, split shift)

CONTRACT DATE: ASAP until Sept 25, 2024 or the return of the incumbent

REPORT TO: Manager, Canoe Landing Childcare Centre

HOURLY RATE: $32.92

GENERAL DESCRIPTION: Plan, implement and evaluate an age-appropriate program to enhance the children’s cognitive, physical, social and emotional development in accordance with the Child Care and Early Years Act and Toronto Children’s Services AQI Criteria. This position reports to Senior Manager, Canoe Landing Childcare.

MAJOR DUTIES:

• As a viable member of a team, share in the responsibility of planning and implementing programs that are engaging, stimulating and appropriate for the age group by following the Early Learning for Every Child Today (ELECT) framework and be based on the interests of the children. Program has to meet the physical, cognitive, intellectual and emotional needs of the children.
• Daily maintain and organize classroom to create a clean and welcoming learning environment that fosters learning and cooperation and ensuring that all actions and activities meet the Child Care and Early Years Act (CCEYA) regulations and the Early Learning and Care Assessment for Quality Improvement (AQI)
• Responsible for the orderly arrangement, appearance and learning environment of the classroom including checking that activity areas, toys, tools and equipment are safe and clean as per Public Health, CCEYA & Children’s Services AQI guidelines and protocols.
• Responsible for the safety and general wellbeing of the children at all times by conducting daily health checks, recording illnesses and contacting parents, maintaining up-to date emergency cards, and administering medication as directed by physicians and accurately maintaining relevant records.
• Administer first aid as required; document accidents by filling out Serious Occurrence report
• Responsible for planning, organizing and leading activities for children in all age groups by observing and assessing children’s progress and behaviour and developing weekly program planning reports
• Discuss children’s progress, behaviour and health with parents/designated individuals, answer questions regarding children, the group and the centre while maintaining confidentiality.

REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS:

• ECE Diploma and Registered member of College of Early Childhood Educators
• Two years working in licenced child care environment
• Fundamental knowledge of the Toronto Public Health, Early Learning and Care Assessment for Quality Improvement (AQI), Early Learning for Every Child Today (ELECT) framework and How Does Learning Happen document
• Demonstrated ability to direct, instruct and care for children
• Ability to maintain neat and accurate records and to prepare reports
• Ability to handle emergencies, crisis and hostile behaviour
• Self-directed, with proven commitment to contribute to the team’s work
• Strong interpersonal communication skills.
• Ensure immunizations are up to date as per Public Health
• Holder of a valid Standard First Aid Certificate
• Ability to speak a second language is an asset

TNG is committed to reflecting the communities we serve and to nurturing a respectful and inclusive work environment for all. We encourage qualified applicants of all ages, races, colours, ethnic origins, religions, abilities, gender identities, gender expression and sexual orientations to apply. Candidates invited for an interview are encouraged to inform Human Resources in confidence of their accommodation requirement