Strong Start Early Childhood Educator

STRONG START EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATOR

ONE POSITION FOR PORT RENFREW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL.

8 HOURS PER MONTH, TWO DAYS – Tuesday afternoons (12 – 4 PM)

QUALIFICATIONS AS PER JOB DESCRIPTION.

DUTIES TO COMMENCE AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.

Please apply to Make A Future, www.makeafuture.ca.

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

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

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

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

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Good organization and planning skills

Knowledge of the socio-economic characteristics of the local community

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.