Strong Start Early Childhood Educator

STRONG START EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATOR

ONE POSITION FOR COLWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL.

20 HOURS PER WEEK. (8 AM – 12 PM) There is some flexibility with start and end time of the hours each day.

QUALIFICATIONS AS PER JOB DESCRIPTION.

HOURLY RATE OF PAY AS PER THE CUPE COLLECTIVE AGREEMENT, $31.19 PER HOUR.

DUTIES TO COMMENCE AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.

Please apply to Make A Future, .

Please be advised that only the successful candidate will be notified. The name of the successful candidate will be made known by the Human Resources Department by faxing the name of the successful candidate to all the schools.

Please note that failure to attach all pertinent information (i.e.: certificates, outline of relevant experience, resume, etc.) to demonstrate that you are qualified may exclude you from this posting.

TITLE: STRONG START EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATOR

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Completion of Grade 12 graduation and Diploma/Certificate in Early Childhood Education.

Ability to work effectively with a variety of parents, children, volunteers, professionals and community members

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Knowledge of child development, family dynamics, community resources and early learning

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Candidates will have experience in a variety of Early Childhood Education settings, working with diverse populations

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Experience in creating, planning, implementing and budgeting for a parent participation early learning program

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Strong verbal and written communication skills

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Good organization and planning skills

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Knowledge of the socio-economic characteristics of the local community

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• Holder of a Child Safe First Aid Certificate.

RESPONSIBLE TO: School Principal or Vice Principal and District Principal

SUPERVISES: N/A

JOB GOAL: The Program Coordinator delivers the day-to-day operations of the Strong Start Program to ensure that the goals and objectives of the program are met. The Program Coordinator provides planning, coordination and administration to the Strong Start program which targets a diverse population in its local community.

Performance Responsibilities:

• Ensure that the programs and activities are developed and maintained in response to provincial guidelines, such as the Early Learning Framework

• Create a family-friendly, equal access environment that provides safety and security for children

• Maintain detailed, daily program statistics

• Record monthly and quarterly statistics for the school district and Ministry of Education

• Produce reports and work plans in cooperation with the school district, as required

• Attend meetings that pertain to Strong Start, as required

• Work closely with and understand the requirements of the school personnel, the school district and Ministry of Education policy and procedures

• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with community partners

• Meet with local Early Childhood Development staff on a regular basis for support and information exchange

• Promote the Strong Start program, as required

• Promote awareness of quality early learning and child care services

• Develop the program to address pre-literacy skills development

• Purchase supplies, as necessary

• Make budget recommendations

Service Delivery:

• Plan and facilitate the delivery of the daily program

• Set up and take down daily, as necessary, program materials and equipment

• Provide current early learning information to parents, community, and steering committee

• Respond to parent, family and community requests for information and resources

• Make referrals to community services, as needed

• Maintain confidentiality in all matters relating to children and parents except where law requires disclosure

• Encourage parents to volunteer and participate within the program

• Encourage learning through play

• Respect parental and cultural values, goals, and expectations

• Promote, support and facilitate parent/child relationships

• Build on existing strengths of children and families

• Liaise with Queen Alexandra Foundation re children who require extra support

• Support transition to Kindergarten as a part of the school community.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Ten months. Hours may vary but work is required only when students are at school.