Pedagogical Leader-BGC Warman ELC

Position Overview

The Pedagogical Leader position is full time (40 hours per week) and is a temporary contract position with a possibility of extension. The Pedagogical Leader is an onsite leader in the BGC Warman Early Learning Centre (operated by BGC Saskatoon) and is responsible for the provision of a high-quality early learning program for children, which implements the vision and principles of Play and Exploration: Early Learning Program Guide. The Pedagogical Leader supports the professional development and growth of the employees and requires expertise and skill in early learning principles and practice as well as adult learning in order to provide leadership to the organization and ensure positive outcomes for children.
Qualifications:

• Early Childhood Education Level III
• Minimum 3 years of experience working in the childcare field (leadership in childcare would be considered an asset)
• Criminal Record Check & Vulnerable Sector Check (clear)
• Valid First Aid and CPR
• Proficient Computer Skills
• Play & Exploration Phase 1 and 2
• Valid Driver’s License and Reliable Transportation

The Pedagogical Lead will provide respectful, inclusive and quality programs by committing to ensuring that he/she/they along with BGC Warman ELC staff and volunteers:

• Treat children with respect, acceptance and honesty
• Interact with participants in a patient, interested, understanding and caring manner
• Promote feelings of competency and self-esteem
• Make children and youth feel physically and emotionally safe & secure
• Encourage responsible, safe and mutually respectful behavior through positive methods such as role-modeling, setting reasonable limits, providing choices and recognizing appropriate behavior
• Guide inappropriate conduct by using positive guidance and behavior management practices
• Accommodate individual differences and make all children and youth feel equally welcome regardless of gender, race, culture, economic status or ability
• Engage children in planning activities that provide opportunities to develop and enhance skills, based on their needs and wants

The Pedagogical Lead will:
Quality Assurance:

• Supervise and assist in the implementation of program planning for children, which should follow developmentally appropriate practice (Play & Exploration) and BCG Saskatoon Mission & Vision Statements, Core Values and Model for Success
• Ensure the quality of the BGC Warman ELC by adhering to Provincial Licensing Regulations, Health & Fire Regulations and BGC Warman Policies and Procedures
• Role model leadership and display professionalism in all aspects of the position
• Build and support positive relationships and partnerships within the ELC, ELC families and the greater community
• Support the professional development of staff and evaluate effectiveness
• Work in a team-based environment with the Business Administrator, Director of Early Years Programs, BGC Warman ELC Staff, and all other BGCS staff.
• Provide leadership and support while supervising ELC staff, students and volunteers
• Conduct annual program evaluations/assessments:
• Internal – Child Assessments with Parents/Guardians – Ages & Stages Questionnaires
• External – ECERS (external evaluator and/or Director of Early Years Programs)

Communication:

• Ensure open & timely communication with the Business Administrator and the Director of Early Years Programs
• Communicate with program consultants from the Early Learning and Child Care Branch of the Ministry of Education and with consultants from the Saskatchewan Health Region.
• Maintain professional and open communications with parents and/or guardians and School Administrations
• Address questions and concerns from parents, schools, funders etc.
• Meet and work collaboratively with the Director of Early Years Programs and the Director of Operations to cultivate strategic thinking about program effectiveness

Administrative/Personnel:

• Interviewing and screening potential employees with the Business Administrator
• In consultation with the Director of Early Years Programs and Business Administrator, hiring and terminating employees as necessary
• Assist Business Administrator with/as needed:
• Scheduling ELC and volunteers while ensuring proper staffing ratios
• Ensure staff payroll is prepared twice monthly
• Ensure personnel files are properly maintained and kept in a secured location
• Prepare reports as needed (i.e. Monthly to Director of Operations)
• Ensure proper distribution/preparation of all ELC documentation
• Along with the Business Administrator, provide ELC Staff with an annual Performance Review. Provide all staff with ongoing feedback throughout the course of the year
• Mentor all staff in areas involving but not limited to:
• Programming (including environment design);
• Assessment
• Documentation of learning
• Communication
• Referrals
• Initial Approvals of Field Trips/Special Guests
• Assisting ECE’s in finding and utilizing Content Specialists related to programming;
• Facilitating and seeking out professional development opportunities for ELC staff
• Directly supervising, in partnership with the Business Administrator, the Nutrition Specialist and menu development/nutrition programming
• Using Lillio software to document learning outcomes electronically
• Planning community and family engagement opportunities
• Report to the Director of Early Years Programs with a monthly report on operations of the ELC
• Assisting the Business Administrator in purchasing program supplies

Compensation

$62,816.00 - $70,012.80 per year