Accommodation Support Facilitator

Upper Canada Child Care•Bradford West Gwillimbury, ON

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Upper Canada Child Care is recruiting a temporary Accommodation Support Facilitator to join their Team in Bradford at the Marshview PS location. This position is to fill a new vacancy and requires availability for a split shift in a before and after school program. The role involves assisting teachers in program delivery, ensuring operational requirements are met in compliance with all internal and external guidelines, policies, and procedures. The overarching goal is to enhance the classroom ratio and provide an inclusive environment through ongoing collaboration and communication, supporting the organization’s vision, mission, and guiding values. This is a fully in-centre position.

Requirements

A recent Police Vulnerable Sector Check.
At least 18 years of age or older due to licensing requirements.
Health assessment and up-to-date record of immunization as outlined by legislation.
Up-to-date certification in CPR-C and Standard First Aid (training provided upon selection if required).
Basic understanding of special needs and knowledge of the developmental needs of children and demonstrated ability to apply this knowledge.
Proven ability to communicate (written and verbal) effectively and establish appropriate relationships with families, caregivers and other professionals.
Ability to remain calm under pressure.
Uses initiative; applies sound reason in solving problems and resolves conflict in an effective, professional manner.
Have the physical and emotional stamina to effectively supervise children in a variety of settings including outdoor public spaces.
Ability to use computer systems and programs; including Dayforce, and Storypark.
Moderate level of physical effort is regularly required; including but not limited to kneeling, pushing, pulling, bending, and carrying.

Responsibilities

Supports a program that is consistent with Ministry of Education requirements and in accordance with Upper Canada Child Care’s program statement.
Assists with program charts, daily logs, reports and administration tasks as required.
Participates in professional development opportunities, staff meetings and training sessions as required.
Works to support and maintain an inclusive environment.
Accepts direction from other staff members in order to best support the program.
May be required to interact with children on a 1:1 basis and/or supervise a group of children.
Provides information to parents when requested and encourages family engagement.
Observes pedagogical documentation as a guide for program development.
Contributes to the design of Individual Support Plans and supports the implementation with full effort in collaboration with the Inclusion Support team.
May attend meetings with internal and/or external agencies and individuals as part of the Individual Support Plan.
Performs general housekeeping and classroom duties for children aged 0-12 years (e.g. meal/snack preparation, toileting, diapering, dressing, etc).