Early Childhood Educator (Supply Worker)

Child Development Institute•Toronto, ON

18d•Onsite

About The Position

The Child Development Institute (CDI), Early Learning Centre is seeking a knowledgeable and competent Supply Registered Early Childhood Educator to join their ELC Team. This is a supply staff position with weekly hours scheduled on an as-needed basis. It is an on-site, daytime role, working Monday to Friday, with shifts that may vary between 7:30 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. Shift and room assignments are determined based on Centre needs and may change as necessary. Candidates must be willing to work with all age groups and demonstrate flexibility to accommodate operational requirements. As a supply worker, you may also be required to travel to various offices of the Agency or its affiliates from time to time as part of your duties.

Requirements

Early Childhood Education Degree/Diploma
Registered member (in good standing) College of Early Childhood Educators (CECE)
Knowledge of CCEYA, AQI, HDLH, ELECT
Valid Standard First Aid Certificate
Strong customer service capability; with experience in developing and maintaining positive relations with parents, families, peers and guests.
Be a dedicated and flexible team player able to interact with team members, and colleagues at all levels of the agency.
Demonstrated ability to work in a respectful and aware manner with groups from diverse background, experiences, and socio-economic status.
Willing to work with all age groups and be flexible to accommodate operational needs.
Successful completion of a Vulnerable Sector Check.
Credential verifications & References required.

Responsibilities

Supervision of children in a safe and healthy environment
Update the children’s attendance throughout the day
Conduct consistent headcount during all indoors and outdoors transition of children
Provide team leadership in a professional and positive manner
Observe and document children’s daily interactions and responses to track their interest and developmental needs
Develop and implement planned daily programs that engage, stimulate and challenge the children
Review regularly how your program reflects the Four Foundations of Learning and Development from ‘How Does Learning Happen?’ (Well-Being/Expression/Belonging/ and Engagement) and AQI requirements
Works with Resource Consultants to develop and implement program plans for children with special needs
Set up developmentally appropriate learning environment to promote active exploration with a combination of teachers-initiated activities and children’s independent play
Responsible for establishing the daily program routine and children’s schedules
Extend a warm Welcome to families at all times. Maintain a positive and professional relationship with parents and families. Provide constructive feedback regarding their child(ren)
Create opportunities for children to engage in their community, library, community walks, etc.
Ensures consistent behavior guidance and management are being followed which support the ELC Behaviour Guidance Policy.
Conduct parent interviews as requested by parents and Director
Responsible for the opening and closing of the Centre.
May be asked to be the ‘In-Charge’ person when the Director is off site.
Responsible for administering medication.
Provide placement supervision to post-secondary ECE students
Maintains records, program plans, daily care information, and other documentation as required by TCS, CCEYA and TPH
Participates regularly in supervision as required by agency policy.
Pursues professional development through training sessions, literature and College of Early Childhood Educators (CECE)
Contribute to housekeeping duties.
Responsible for reporting any signs of child abuse to Children’s Aid Society.
Inform Director in a timely manner of children’s illnesses, injuries (with the correct documentation) and absentee
Any other duties as assigned.