Employment Opportunity
RECE/Child and Youth Worker-Full Time Split Shift During School Year
Selwyn Community Childcare Centre (SCCC) established in 1989 and is a not-for-profit community-based childcare, located in Selwyn Elementary Public School, in east Toronto. Our children range in ages from ages 2.5 to 10 years, with an operating capacity of 108 children. Selwyn Community Childcare Centre is a unionized workplace under CUPE Local 2484.
Selwyn Community Childcare Centre is looking for an energetic, experienced, and fun-loving RECE/Child and Youth Worker, to lead our School Age before/after school program.
Education/Qualification
Ø Registered and in good standing as an Early Childhood Educator (RECE) with the College of Early Childhood Educators or Child and Youth Worker diploma
Ø Posses a solid knowledge in child development
Ø Current certificate in Standard First Aid and CPR - C with focus on child and infant CPR (with Epi-pen training)
Ø Strong planning, time management, problem-solving and interpersonal skills
Ø Possess a recent and clear criminal reference check, including the Vulnerable Sector check
Ø Possess Toronto Public Health’s Food Handlers Certificate, an asset
Experience
Ø Minimum of 3 years of on floor experience
Ø Working knowledge of the Child Care and Early Years Act, 2014
Ø Ability to work independently and make decisions regarding crises and difficult situations based on knowledge of the Child Care and Early Years Act, 2014 and the policies and procedures of Selwyn Community Childcare Centre
Ø Working knowledge of the requirements of the Early Learning and Assessment for Quality Improvement (AQI)
Ø Working knowledge of the Six Principles of ELECT
Ø Working knowledge of Infection Prevention and Control in group settings
Ø Working knowledge of the Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice as stipulated by the College of Early Childhood Educators
Ø Working knowledge of “How Does Learning Happen? Ontario’s Pedagogy for the Early Years”
Ø Experience or placement working with families in a multi-cultural setting
Ø Working knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act is an asset
Ø Experience in working with children with special needs and their families
Ø Mature and responsible attitude towards work
Ø Ability in managing children’s behaviour
Ø A thorough understanding of the issues that affect children and their families, especially within the context of teaching, learning and care
Ø Basic knowledge of iPad use and experience using various applications
Duties and Responsibilities
Ø Collaborate with children for planning and implementing of a high-quality program based on children’s development, How Does Learning Happen and culturally appropriate which meets the needs of the children
Ø Appropriately documentation of the program, the children’s development and daily observations
Ø Ensure that programming always embodies and reflects the principles of equity, inclusivity and diversity
Ø Set up an educational classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to the physical, social and emotional development of children
Ø Ensure that the children’s learning environment is safe and conducive to creativity, cooperation and sharing
Ø Always participate as a positive role model in the classroom. This includes using appropriate language while in the classroom, participating in meal times, engaging in positive play activities and showing respect for materials, colleagues, parents and children
Ø Must demonstrate the ability to support the social and emotional development of all the children
Ø Set reasonable behaviour expectations for the children based on their development, consistent with best practices, current teaching and learning pedagogy and Selwyn Community Childcare Centre’s philosophy and policies
Ø Promote the Centre’s philosophy and communicates issues to parents in a positive, professional and respectful manner by establishing a clear communication protocol
Ø Maintain confidentiality of all information related to Selwyn Community Childcare Centre’s children, families, staff and the Board of Directors
Ø Ensure that all licensing and other regulatory requirements are met and maintained
Ø Carry out the duties and responsibilities assigned to you by the Director and/or Board of Directors
Ø Maintain regular attendance and punctuality
Ø Always maintain a superior level of professionalism while working at Selwyn Community Childcare Centre
Ø Actively monitor Selwyn Community Childcare Centre’s indoor and outdoor spaces to keep a clean and safe environment
Ø Work cooperatively and collaboratively as a member of a childcare centre team, facilitating a team environment through personal behaviour, work contributions, and the sharing of expertise and knowledge
Please apply electronically with a cover letter and resume, as one attachment.
SCCC is an equal opportunity employer and this position is open to applicants of all genders.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: Up to $26.79 per hour
Expected hours: No more than 35 per week
Additional pay:
- Overtime pay
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Vision care
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
