Family Day Care ServicesMarkham, ON L3S 1Y4, Canada
9 days ago
Job description
Family Day Offers :
Competitive compensation
Generous vacation, sick leave and medical appointments
Child Care discount
Discounted GoodLife memberships
Training & professional development funding
Potential for career growth
Employee referral bonus
A positive and diverse work environment
Job Purpose :
Reporting to the Centre Supervisor the is responsible for providing and supporting an Early Learning and Development environment for children (0-12 years) in a group setting, in keeping with the Child Care and Early Years Act (CCEYA), municipal guidelines and the policies and procedures of Family Day.
Job Duties :
Implement and practice the High / Scope educational approach to curriculum and the Hanen Learning Language and Loving It Program
Plan, develop and implement programs that reflects children’s interest and responds to diverse individual and cultural needs
Participate in short and long term planning and evaluation activities
Observe and assess children’s progress and behavior to ensure the programs meet individual and group needs
Lead and or participate in assessment meetings for children with special needs with the supervisor and / or other agencies; make recommendations to adapt programs as necessary
Demonstrate empathy, sensitivity and support to the family unit
Practice respectful communication with children, parents, colleagues, teachers, managers, students and volunteers
Support, comfort and encourage children who are experiencing difficulties and help them to understand and handle their feelings
Manage within the Ontario’s Occupational Health and Safety standards
Guide and assist children in the development of independent eating, dressing and toileting habits
Participate in regular staff meetings, individual supervision, training and related activities both internal and external including the performance review
Perform other duties as required.
Education and Experience Required
Early Childhood Education Degree or Diploma
Must be registered and a member in good standing with the College of Early Childhood Educators
Training in HIGH FIVE, PHCD or HIGH FIVE Sport is a definite asset
Minimum of 2 years of child care experience preferred
Well-developed skills in areas such as leadership, communication, organization, assessment, teamwork, confidentiality, commitment and accountability, initiative and creativity
Knowledge of best practices in the Early Learning development field
Commitment to social inclusion
Medical required – including TB (two stages) 6 months current to hiring date
Police Vulnerable Sector Check 6 months current to hiring date