Share Email Opening Apply Now Title Early Childhood Educator/Headstart Teacher - RECE  Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time   Status Permanent (35 hours/week), Includes comprehensive benefits: Health/dental benefits, 4-weeks paid vacation, sick leave, professional development, HOOPP (Pension Plan) and more   Opportunities Available One (1) permanent position to fill due to program expansion. Start date: February - March 2024. Applications will be reviewed as they come in   Category Parent-Child and Youth Services   Open Date 4/22/2024   Close Date   Description Full-time permanent Early Childhood Educator position within the teaching team of the Annavale Headstart nursery school. Annavale Headstart Nursery school provides childcare services as a non-for-profit licensed childcare, participating in the CWELCC agreement. Annavale Headstart is a program of the Carlington Community Health Centre , located in Ottawa, ON. The Headstart Teacher-RECE (HST) works as a member of our amazing Headstart teaching team to improve the life situations of high-risk children and their parents through teaching, modelling and broadening their life experiences and expectations. The HST provides a safe, caring and developmentally appropriate and fun environment for children ages 2 to 4 years of age. The HST works within the requirements of the Child Care and Early Years Act (CCEYA) and adheres to a child-centered, emergent curriculum programming philosophy heavily focused on socio-emotional skills development, guided by trauma-informed and attachment theory principles. The HST works with a team of RECEs to provide high quality care that reflects best practices and excellence in child care. The Headstart Teacher-RECE (HST) works as a member of our amazing Headstart teaching team to improve the life situations of high-risk children and their parents through teaching, modelling and broadening their life experiences and expectations. The HST provides a safe, caring and developmentally appropriate and fun environment for children ages 2 to 4 years of age. The HST works within the requirements of the Child Care and Early Years Act (CCEYA) and adheres to a child-centered, emergent curriculum programming philosophy heavily focused on socio-emotional skills development, guided by trauma-informed and attachment theory principles. The HST works with a team of RECEs to provide high quality care that reflects best practices and excellence in child care. In preparation to potential interview: Please gather the following mandatory documents:  Police Record Check – Vulnerable sector (less than 6 months old) or proof that you have applied for a new PRC (receipt). Immunization records per Ottawa Public Health specific requirements. See Immunizations for all employees working in child care centres (ottawapublichealth.ca). Proof of registration and good standing status with the College of ECEs. Contact information for 3 references (relevant to the field), including at least one supervisor. Valid First Aid/CPR –C (if not valid, please seek information about upcoming available trainings for renewal). These documents will be required in any childcare position you may apply to in Ottawa. Program-Related Activities Works with the team of RECEs to provide high quality care that reflect best practices and excellence in Early Years child-centered care. Ensures program practices reflect program philosophy and core elements of Ontario’s Pedagogy for the Early Years, How Does Learning Happen? Works respectfully and responsively with children and their families and caregivers Responds to children’s needs in a manner that support positive relationships and social emotional growth, using attachment theory principles. Provides a stimulating learning environment for groups of infants, toddlers, and/or pre-schoolers, in alignment with ELECT and How Does learning Happen? principles. Plans and implements developmentally-appropriate curriculum for circle groups of children. Completes regular scheduled assessments and appropriate screening for every child to determine areas of enhanced support needs. Identifies children with special needs or learning challenges and makes appropriate referrals in consultation with the Headstart Team (e.g. to speech-language pathologist and family support community worker) and implements any recommendations by the specialist in consultation with the parents. Informally assesses each child’s physical, social, emotional and cognitive and language learning needs and plans activities to address both group and individual needs. Provides documentation for parents and file concerning individual children’s program activities. Keeps parents informed of their child’s progress and maintains records of contacts. Provides support, information and resources to parents in their home environment as required. Works in accordance with the CCEYA. Encourages parent participation in the school and in special activities. Prepares classroom for activities according to program plan and children’s developmental needs. Consults with collaborative agencies in addressing the needs of the child and family. Ensures accountability by providing registrations, statistics and reports of activities and keeping client records within the safeguards of confidentiality. As a condition of employment, the successful candidate is required to provide proof of full vaccination against COVID-19.   Position Requirements Education and Training Diploma in Early Childhood Education (ECE) required. Valid First Aid (Standard) and CPR (infant and child) certificates required. Professional Experience Three to five years full-time experience in Early Childhood settings with children ages 0 to six years; experience in Headstart settings an asset. Experience and flexibility working in diverse community-based programs with families facing multiple health risks and barriers (e.g., low income). Experience working with children with special needs and/or challenging behaviors an asset. Cross-cultural awareness and experience working with culturally diverse populations essential. Experience in program planning and delivery. Experience in a non-profit, community-based organization. Key Competencies Knowledge of child development and behaviour management. Understanding of family dynamics and issues relevant to working with low-income (multi-risks) parents/caregivers. Extensive understanding of the developmental needs of children and demonstrated ability to use this understanding in program practices. Proven ability to communicate effectively and establish appropriate relationships with families and caregivers Established ability to supervise children in a manner consistent with the goals and philosophy of the program and the community health centre Knowledge of Child Care and Early Years Act (CCEYA) an asset. Familiarity with attachment theory principles and trauma-informed care an asset. Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team environment. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, oral and written, in English. Good organizational skills; flexibility; ability to adapt to changing situations; self-motivated and energetic. Demonstrated ability to work in a multi-cultural, multi-disciplinary team environment. Demonstrated proficiency in the use of computers and various software applications, including Microsoft Office programs, client database software, and electronic record keeping in a client services setting. Linguistic Profile Fluency in English is essential. French/English bilingualism is preferred. A third language relevant to our client population is an asset. Personal Suitability Sensitivity to the needs of marginalized and diverse clientele. Commitment to health promotion concepts, strategies, and philosophy. Commitment to community-based health care and social services, and strength-based philosophy and practices. Other Availability to work Monday to Friday. Regular working hours (8:00 - 4:00pm).   Salary Range $24.39/hour - $28.67/hour. Plus, a Wage Enhancement Grant for up to $2.00/hour. Province of Ontario Wage Enhancement Grant for up to $2.00/hour, plus annual $1/hr increase for eligible staff, under CWELCC 2024 guidelines.   Reports to Coordinator of Annavale Headstart Nursery School & Early Years Program   Position Headstart Teacher   Post Internal Days 0   Created By Brittany Bourdon   Number of Openings 1   Exempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt   Req Number PAR-24-00009   Location 900 Merivale and Community locations   About the Organization Carlington Community Health Centre is a non-profit organization that puts today's most pressing health care challenges at the heart of their service delivery. We turn to the best professionals and employees to help improve the health and well-being of our community. We build trusting relationships with our clients and deliver quality services through a wide range of health and social services to parents and children, youth and teens, adults, and seniors. We look to help community members resolve problems and advance concerns in the community by providing organizational support and advocacy assistance to local groups and associations. Our mission is to improve, support and promote the health and well-being of the people and diverse communities we serve!   EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. CCHC is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion. We welcome and encourage applications from the BIPOC, LGBTQ+ communities and persons with disabilities.   French Job Description None Specified  This position is currently accepting applications. Apply Now

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