OSC Educator

Trico Centre for Family Wellness•Calgary, AB

1d•CA$18 - CA$19•Onsite

About The Position

The Trico Centre is looking for caring and compassionate Out of School Care Educators to join our team! The Out of School Care Educator position is responsible for the daily care and supervision of children within the Out of School Care program. The role requires a friendly, mature, courteous, and responsible individual able to plan and deliver fun and safe activities to program participants in a professional manner.

Requirements

Must be 18 years of age or older
Early Childhood Educator certification from Early Learning and Child Care Act and Regulation, preference will be given to those with Level 2 or Level 3 ECE certification
Current First Aid and CPR Certification or willing to obtain one
Current Police Security Check with Vulnerable Sector search dated within six months is mandatory (required prior to first day of work)
Strong organizational and program planning skills
Able to work Monday-Friday within the general scope of operations 6:45am-6:00pm (Split shifts 6:45am-9:00am, 2:00pm-6:00pm are a possibility)
Mature, responsible and enthusiastic
Passionate about working with children
Direct program planning and implementation experience
Direct interaction and supervision of children in a group setting
Excellent customer service skills
Reliable and punctual
Strong organizational skills
Ability to deal with a varied and busy work environment
Strong behaviour management and conflict resolution skills with children
Able and willing to work flexible hours and split shifts within the scope of operations (Monday – Friday, 6:45 am – 6:00 pm)

Nice To Haves

High Five Certification is an asset

Responsibilities

Demonstrates and promotes a clear understanding of Trico Centre for Family Wellness’s mission, vision, values and Out of School Care program goals
Works cooperatively with all levels in the organization (supervisors, staff members and patrons)
Delivers high levels of customer service to all members and patrons which reflects the operational polices, practices and philosophies of the Trico Centre for Family Wellness
Supervises and engages with all children in the program
Provides feedback regarding program operations and participants to the Out of School Supervisor(s) on a regular basis
Must attend and participate in 80% of scheduled staff meetings
Teaches, shares and exchanges ideas with others in the department and on the team
Expresses self in individual and/or group situations; including gestures, non-verbal, oral and written communication in an effective positive and professional manner
Works cooperatively and effectively with the team in implementing and running a successful Out of School program
Prepares, plans and organizes well-balanced program materials to include; creative crafts, music, drama, sports and games etc to support the program under the direction of the Out of School Care Director and Program Team Lead.
Participates in all aspects of the program including scheduled pool times and land-based activities
Utilizes and implements appropriate resources and themes that correspond with program planning expectations as outlined in the staff manual
Provides the ability, patience and skills to work with other departments and leaders so they profit from their experiences and grow both in leadership capacity, understanding of people and the value of recreation
Delivers appropriate child guidance skills in accordance with Early learning and Child Care Act and Regulation and Trico Centre policies
Develops alternative solutions to problems and sets appropriate and effective priorities in one’s own activities as well as those of the participants
Demonstrates and maintains good judgment, dependability, flexibility and effectiveness when working in changing environments, situation or on new tasks
Runs programs and conducts themselves according to the standards set forth by Trico Centre and the Province of Alberta Licensing Standards
Adheres to all policies and procedures as outlined in the Out of School program staff manual and Trico Centre’s policies and procedures
Completes cleaning checklists, maintains clean facilities, ensures proper care, maintenance and use of equipment and ensures equipment is put away at the end of the day
Displays a professional attitude at all times when; meeting with the public, in personal appearance and manner of dress when working with participants in a public community facility
Provides information on any issues concerns and/or any changes related to program planning in a timely fashion
Maintains program records as required
Attends and maintains current certifications required for the position and participates in ongoing learning and professional development opportunities (i.e. First Aid, Security Clearance every 3 years)