"Creating a bridge between research and practice in early learning and care"
  • Home
  • About Us
  • New Updates
  • Membership Information
    • Benefits to Membership
    • Group Membership
  • Early Years Engage Quality Initiative
  • Continuous Professional Learning & Training
    • Events Calendar & Registration
    • Registration Information
    • Pedagogical Support
    • Conestoga College >
      • Early Childhood Education Diploma
      • Bachelor of Early Learning Program Development
      • Early Childhood Education Resource Consulting
      • Apprenticeship: Child Development Practitioner
      • Family Literacy Facilitation
      • Employer Services
      • Autism and Behavioural Science
      • Mental Health
      • First Aid & CPR
      • Food Safety (Food Handlers)
    • Resources >
      • Research and Policy
      • Important Documents
      • Curriculum >
        • Literacy
        • Technology
      • Professionalism & Training
      • Development
      • Health & Wellbeing
      • Family & Community
    • Achieved Newsletters >
      • 2010
      • 2011
      • 2012
      • 2013
      • 2014
      • 2015
  • CoP: Communities of Practice and Dialogue Den Conversations
  • Resource Library & Services
    • Resources & Curriculum Enhancements >
      • Environment
      • Gross Motor
      • Technology
      • Science
      • Math
      • Health, Safety and Nutrition
      • Social Emotional
      • Diversity
      • Leadership
      • Language and Literacy
      • Puppets
      • Cognitive
      • Music
      • Youth Development
    • Policies
    • Fee List
  • Ideas Connect, Research & Development
  • Community Job Postings
    • Early Childhood Education
    • Enhanced Staffing
    • Supervisor and Administration
    • Cooks
    • Volunteer
    • Other
    • Request to Post Job
  • Contact Us
    • Hours and Location
    • Subscribe to Newsletter
    • Book a Speaker/Workshop
    • Feedback
Early Childhood Professional Resource Center
​"Creating a bridge between research and practice in early learning and care"

Full Time Child Care Teacher Needed 

2/27/2015

 
EMPLOYED BY:Kitchener-Waterloo YMCA
SERVICE AREA:Community Services
POSITION: Child Care Teacher
LOCATION: Kitchener-Waterloo
REPORTS TO:Supervisor, Child Care Centre
HOURS: Full Time (evenings & weekends as required)
SALARY: $16.03 per hour
START DATE: April 2015              

 FUNCTION:  To create a stimulating, safe and nurturing environment for children to learn and grow, while supporting families.  Adhere to the Days Nursery Act and YMCA policies and procedures.

 SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:
· Create an environment that is safe, clean and welcoming
· Provide materials for children that will give them the opportunity to learn, be successful and grow as individuals
· Be responsible for communicating with parents
· Work with team members to prepare a quality program that meets the appropriate development needs of the children
· Complete program plans as per curriculum requirements
· Ensure that a diversified program is developed with established routines that supports and nurtures the development of the child
· Set-up classroom for children resulting in an environment that will be welcoming with the various age appropriate toys and activities
· Be responsible for written communication consisting of attendance and accident reports, daily communication book recording messages, and the maintaining of information sheets on each child
· Administer medication as per requirements
· Prepare developmental profiles and conduct parent – teacher interviews as required
· Provide positive child guidance
· Attend workshops, trainings, conferences and staff meetings as required
· Assume other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:
· Completion of Community College ECE diploma or equivalent
· CECE Membership required for qualified ECE candidates
· CPR and First Aid certification
· Familiar with the Day Nurseries Act
· Acceptable Police Check     
· 3-6 months of experience in programming with children and families preferred           

 COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:
Communication:  Communicates in a thorough, clear and timely manner and supports information sharing and goal achievement across the Association.
Creativity and Innovation:  Develops new ways or adapts existing ideas to help us achieve desired results.  Challenge the status quo to discover more effective ways of performing.
Initiative:  Do the right thing at the right time without being asked.
Problem Solving:  Identify an issue, gather and process relevant information coming up with possible solutions, select appropriate responses and implement them.

NOTE:  This position requires a commitment to the YMCA mission and core values, as well as a commitment to building developmental assets in children and adults.

NOTE:         If internal candidates are interested in an opportunity to work at another centre, we invite you to apply by the deadline.  Should there be a domino effect, there will not be another posting.  Please express your interest with this posting for any future Child Care Teaching positions that may become available through this posting.

Send resume and cover letter to: recruitment@ckwymca.ca or Fax to: 519-576-6223

Human Resources, YMCA Administration Offices, 460 Frederick Street, Suite 203, Kitchener ON N2H 2P5 APPLICATION DEADLINE:   Tuesday, March 10, 2015 12:00 pm  

The YMCAs of Cambridge & Kitchener-Waterloo complies with the Employment Standards Act,

Pay Equity Legislation and the Human Rights Code.  The YMCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The YMCAs of Cambridge & Kitchener-Waterloo are committed to protecting personal information by following responsible

information handling practices, in keeping with privacy laws.  For more information on the YMCA’s commitment to privacy,

please visit our web site at www.ymcacambridgekw.ca

Only candidates under consideration will be contacted.

YWCA YOUTH DEVELOPMENT WORKER I

2/18/2015

 
Applications are invited for the permanent part-time position of:

YOUTH DEVELOPMENT WORKER I
(unionized position)

DUTIES:
·         To implement engaging and developmentally appropriate activities for 8 - 12 year olds which allow for choice, creativity, and independence
·         To take responsibility for the health and safety of the children in your care
·         To follow daily schedules and take responsibility for clean up and organization of supplies
·         To act as a positive role model for the children
·         To work as part of a team of Youth Development Workers
·         Maintaining effective communication with staff, parents, facility staff and co-ordinator

QUALIFICATIONS:
·         Registered Early Childhood Educator or related degree such as Recreation and Leisure, Child and Youth Worker (subject to approval by the Ministry of Education)
·         Minimum one year experience with School Age children, preferably in a childcare, education or recreation setting
·         Knowledge of the Day Nurseries Act and familiarity with the use of assessment tools such as ECERS, ITERS, SACERS, High Five
·         Enthusiasm, initiative and a working knowledge of child development
·         Proven ability to work as an effective team member
·         Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
·         Current first aid and C.P.R training

Rate of pay: $19.568 per hour, with an additional 2% in lieu of benefits
Hours:          16.25 hours per week
               

Please forward applications in writing by February 23, 2015 to; 

Pam, Young, Acting Manager, School Age Programs
YWCA Kitchener-Waterloo
153 Frederick Street
Kitchener, ON N2H 2M2
Email: pam.young@ywcakw.on.ca
Fax:  519-576-0129
The YWCA is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from individuals of all races, colour, ethnic origin, religions, abilities, gender identity, and sexual orientations, and are committed to ensuring equal and full participation for all applicants during the recruitment and selection process.

Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.


 

RECE's needed for March Break Camp

2/10/2015

 
Dates: Monday March 16 through Friday March 20 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM (6 hours daily)
Pay: $20.00 per hour

Job Description:
We are offering a hockey camp for 6-9 year old boys and girls and need off-ice staff to coordinate the children and supervise their movements, etc. No hockey or skating is required it is strictly off-ice work. Children will be in one building (Cambridge Ice Centre) only and making sure that they stay in designated areas etc is required.

For more information, please call at 519.222.2840 or email John Thomas at john.thomas@ice-tech.ca

Supplies needed for WCDSB

2/10/2015

 
The Waterloo Catholic District School Board is currently recruiting for the DECE  supply list opportunities for  the 2015-16 school year.

POSITION OVERVIEW:
As a Supply  Designated Early Childhood Educator (DECE) you will  be available for both daily occasional and long term assignments.   The individual in this position will partner with the classroom teacher to plan and implement a full day early learning kindergarten program within a classroom setting.  This position may also be required to supply in assignments  that are scheduled in the before and after school programs.   The responsibility of the DECE in the before and after school programs is to provide supervision and age appropriate learning for groups of students as part of the extended day program.

The supply DECE will assist in delivering a faith-based full day early learning kindergarten program and environment to enhance children’s cognitive, physical, social, spiritual and emotional development.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
·A two year community college Early Childhood Education Diploma with experience in a childcare or educational setting;
·Member in Good Standing with the Ontario College of Early Childhood Educators;
·Knowledge of Ministry of Education full day early learning kindergarten program;
·Experience in planning and implementing age appropriate programs;
·Basic computer competency;
-Knowledge of related legislation and pertinent Board policies and directives such as, but not limited to Administration of Medication and/or Special Services
·Ability to stand/walk for extended periods and move/carry equipment for program; and must be able to physically assist children as required (e.g. lifting).

REQUIRED SKILLS:
·Ability to communicate in a professional manner with children, parents, staff and the general public;
·Proven ability to follow organizational policies and procedures in an appropriate and timely manner;
·Strong organization and time management skills;
· Demonstrate knowledge of classroom management.

DESIRABLE ASSETS:
·One year experience as an ECE in a childcare centre and Early Learning Program is preferred however new graduates are welcome to apply
·Current certificate in First Aid and CPR
 
RESPONSIBILITIES FOR BOTH CORE AND EXTENDED DAY PROGRAM:
·Partner with the classroom teacher and other designated staff to plan and implement the early learning kindergarten program through developmentally appropriate curriculum-based activities;
·Collaborate with the classroom teacher and other designated staff to support individual student’s  identified needs,   strengths, interests and stages of development;
·Observe, monitor and assess the development of pupils in JK/K and extended day program;
·Collaborate with the classroom teacher and special education teacher to carry out specialized activities to support learning for children requiring an Individual Education Plan (IEP);
·Collaborate with extended day team to implement a developmentally appropriate curriculum based on the FDK extended day document
·Maintain a healthy, physical, emotional and social learning context for students;
·Provide a variety of experiences to strengthen pro-social skills such as sharing, problem solving and  cooperation;
·Provide guidance in washroom routines, dressing and lunchtime activities;
·Maintain appropriate records for students (e.g. health, attendance, etc.) respecting confidentiality and adhering to all privacy legislation;
·Collaborate and maintain set-up of classroom (e.g. display, organization of materials etc.);
·Where applicable, attend staff meetings, appropriate school-level meetings and professional development activities;
·Perform related administrative functions as required such as attendance and billing in the extended day program
·Complete any duties as assigned by principal.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES FOR EXTENDED DAY PROGRAM:
·Provide supervision and age appropriate programming for children aged 4 to 12 years;
·Perform related administrative functions as required;
·Communicate with parents and school staff as appropriate;
·Facilitate nutrition breaks;
·Complete other related duties as assigned by the principal.  

RATE OF PAY (GRID): $20.09 - $26.27 per hour

SCHEDULE AND HOURS OF WORK:
Full-time positions: 7 hours/day plus ½ to 1 hour per day unpaid lunch
Part time positions: 3.5 hours/day    
SCHEDULES will vary from school to school and will range from 7:00 am to 6:00 pm.
Daily occasional supply DECEs are normally called for assignments that range from a start at 8 am to those that end at 6:00 pm.
Long Term assignments may include schedules that commence at 7 am to 2:30 or 10:30 to 6 pm.

APPLICATION PROCESS:
All those interested in applying to this opportunity  must apply directly to the posting  currently available on  Apply to Education website :  www.applytoeducation.com.

To ensure your application is complete, please include all of the following information:
Current dated priest reference form (dated within the  last 12 months)
Applicants within the Diocese of Hamilton (http://www.hamiltondiocese.com/) : please complete priest reference form for the Designated Early Childhood Educators  available on our website http://www.wcdsb.ca/careers/application/hr- forms.html.
               OR
Applicants outside of Diocese of Hamilton: please provide pastoral reference letter from a Roman Catholic Priest (dated within the last 12 months, on parish letterhead, with parish seal, signed by the priest). Please note that ONLY pastoral references with the verbatim statement "I attest that the candidate is a practicing, baptized Roman Catholic" will be considered
·Copy of Baptismal certificate . A Confirmation certificate is sufficient ONLY if you were baptized in affiliation with a Christian denomination other than Roman Catholic.
·A complete Declaration of Commitment (available on our website: http://www.wcdsb.ca/careers/application/hr-forms.html)
·DECE membership card- Member in Good Standing with the College of Early Childhood Educators
·Copy of Early Childhood Education diploma
·Current cover letter and resume
·Two (2) professional references(one reference must be immediate supervisor)

For further details on the requirements of a complete application please visit our website: http://www.wcdsb.ca/careers/application/hr-forms.html.

Applications and supporting documentation will be received until March 9 at 4:00pm. Please note that incomplete applications will not be considered for interviews.

 If you require a disability related accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please contact us at (519) 578-3677, extension 2368 to provide your contact information. 

The Successful Candidate will be required to produce a satisfactory Criminal Background Check.

Although we thank all applicants, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

    _ECE Professional Resource Centre

    RECE Full-Time Job(s)

    Archives

    March 2021
    February 2021
    January 2021
    December 2020
    November 2020
    October 2020
    September 2020
    August 2020
    July 2020
    June 2020
    December 2019
    November 2019
    October 2019
    September 2019
    August 2019
    July 2019
    June 2019
    May 2019
    April 2019
    March 2019
    February 2019
    January 2019
    December 2018
    November 2018
    October 2018
    September 2018
    August 2018
    July 2018
    June 2018
    May 2018
    April 2018
    March 2018
    February 2018
    January 2018
    December 2017
    November 2017
    October 2017
    September 2017
    August 2017
    July 2017
    June 2017
    May 2017
    April 2017
    March 2017
    February 2017
    January 2017
    December 2016
    November 2016
    October 2016
    September 2016
    August 2016
    July 2016
    June 2016
    May 2016
    April 2016
    March 2016
    February 2016
    January 2016
    December 2015
    November 2015
    October 2015
    September 2015
    August 2015
    July 2015
    June 2015
    May 2015
    April 2015
    March 2015
    February 2015
    January 2015
    December 2014
    November 2014
    October 2014
    September 2014
    August 2014
    July 2014
    June 2014
    May 2014
    April 2014
    March 2014
    February 2014
    January 2014
    December 2013
    November 2013
    October 2013
    September 2013
    August 2013
    July 2013
    June 2013
    May 2013
    April 2013
    March 2013
    February 2013
    January 2013
    November 2012
    October 2012
    September 2012
    August 2012
    July 2011

    Categories

    All

Contact us by email: PRCinfo@conestogac.on.ca or by phone 519.748.5220 ext 3388
Picture
​Copyright 2011. Professional Resource Centre.
​All rights reserved.