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Childcare Worker I (Unionized Position)

7/17/2013

Organization: YWCA Bridgeport Childcare Centre
Wage: $18.873 per hour
Hours/wkly: 37.5 hours per week

Responsiblities:

To plan and implement a stimulating, developmentally appropriate play-based program for children and their families
To work as part of a team of Childcare Workers and
monitor the quality of the program
To provide a warm and nurturing environment for children and families
To maintain effective communication with staff, parents and coordinator
To ensure the health and safety of the children
To act as a positive role model for the children

Qualifications:

Registered Early Childhood Educator or related degree or diploma (subject to approval by the Ministry of Education)
CPR and First Aid Training
Knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices
Demonstrated excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Experience working with preschool children in a licensed childcare setting
Proven ability to work as an effective team member

Please respond in writing by July 25, 2013, indicating how you became aware of this posting to:
Ana Cabral, Childcare Coordinator
YWCA Bridgeport Childcare Centre
8 Bridge Street East, Kitchener, ON N2K 1J2
Email: ana.cabral@ywcakw.on.ca

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. No phone calls please. Only those selected for an interview will
be contacted.

Child Care Teacher

7/11/2013

Organization: YMCA
POSITION: Child Care Teacher
REPORTS TO: Supervisor,Child Care Centre
HOURS: Full time and Part Time
(evenings & weekends as required)
SALARY: $15.41 per hour
START DATE: Immediate

Overview of the Position:
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.

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 maintain 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
Human Resources, YMCA Administration Offices,
460 Frederick Street, Suite 203, Kitchener ON N2H 2P5
Fax to: 519-576-6223

APPLICATION DEADLINE:   Friday, July 12, 2013, 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.

Early Childhood Educator

7/4/2013

Organization: Conestoga College
Campus: Doon
Department: Early Childhood Education
Salary: $23.09 - $26.76
Hours/Week: 35
Posting Date: Wednesday, July 03, 2013
Closing Date: Wednesday, July 10, 2013 (midnight)

Overview of the position:

2 positions Full-time Permanent, 1 position Temporary (Sept 2013-June 2014 at Driftwood site)

Responsibilities:

We require three qualified individuals to work with team members to provide a quality early childhood education program that models the philosophy taught in the Early Childhood Program.

. Plan and adapt the program and environment to meet the needs of individual children as well as the group

. Use quality assessment tools

. Ensure the health and safety of children

. Provide supervision to all play areas and all
experiences/routines that occur

. Plan, implement and document experiences that meet the interests and developmental needs of the children

. Observe, document and assess the development of the
children

. Interact positively with children and adults

. Uphold the Day Nurseries Act and the Centre’s staff handbook

. Model appropriate curriculum strategies as taught in the ECE Program

. Provide students, or those less familiar with the program,
verbal feedback and guidance to ensure the smooth flow of the program and maintain a quality experience for children and their families

. Share information and observations with supervisor

. Establish and maintain a professional relationship with parents

. Participate in the initial intake process

. Meet with parents privately at their request or when necessary to share more detailed information about their child’s progress

. Communicate respectfully while upholding confidentiality

. Attend and participate in staff meetings and professional development activities

. Offer support and assistance to other staff in the child care centre

. Share knowledge and expertise

. Report unusual situations (i.e. accidents, parent
requests/concerns, schedule changes, etc.) to supervisor

Qualifications:

. Two year diploma in Early Childhood Education

. A member in good standing with the College of Early Childhood Educators of Ontario

. Working experience in a licensed child care setting, preferably one that has ECE students placed in it

. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

. Good time management and organization skills

. Creative and flexible, able to participate in solving problems

. Ability to apply the principles of child development and positive behavior

. Current certification in CPR and First Aid and training in the use of Environmental Assessment Tools are considered assets

To apply for this poistion, please visit our website link below.

Childcare Worker I (Unionized Position)

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