Start Date: September 2023
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RECE Starting Wage: $27.73 per hour plus 4% Vacation Pay. Includes Provincial Wage Enhancement Grants based on the terms and conditions outlined by the Ministry of Education.

Non-RECE Starting Wage: $23.51 per hour plus 4% Vacation Pay. Includes Provincial Wage Enhancement Grants based on the terms and conditions outlined by the Ministry of Education.

Responsibilities:
​To plan and implement age-appropriate programs to enhance the cognitive, physical, social, and emotional develop of children according to Jacob Hespeler Child Care Centre’s Mission, Vision, Philosophy and Program Statements, the Child Care and Early Years Act, 2014, How Does Learning Happen?, and Public Health Guidelines.
To adhere to all JHCCC policies and procedures as set by the Board of Directors.

Contributions & Impact:·

• Take an active role working in a program with complex needs children.
• Implement engaging and developmentally appropriate activities for 4 to 12-year olds which allow for choice, creativity, and independence
• Take responsibility for the health and safety of the children in your care
• Follow daily schedules and take responsibility for clean-up and organization of supplies
• Act as a positive role model for the children
• Work as part of a team of Youth Educators
• Maintain effective communication with staff, parents, facility staff, and program manager

You Have...·

• Experience working with complex needs School Age children, in a childcare, education, or recreation setting
• Understanding of the Child Care and Early Years 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​

Mandatory Requirements:·

• Registered Early Childhood Educator or related degree such as Recreation and Leisure or Child and Youth Worker(subject to approval by the Ministry of Education)
• Ontario College of Early Childhood Educators Registration #
• Up-to-date Standard First Aid and CPR Level-C certification
• Vulnerable Sector Record Check
• Standard Food Safety Handler’s Certificate
• Vaccine Verification - As a condition of employment you are required to provide confirmation that you are vaccinated against COVID-19 or have proof of valid exemption satisfactory to the employer. You must acknowledge and agree to comply with any future vaccine policy requirements as an ongoing condition of employment at the YW Kitchener-Waterloo
  

Apply:· ​
​Online through Indeed https://ca.indeed.com/job/youth-support-educator-after-school-program-ce3653dec93e9787 OR by email to HR@ywkw.ca.
​No phone calls please. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

YW Guiding Principles:
We respect the dignity and worth of individuals.
We value diversity among people.
We respect the fundamental right to self-determination.
We acknowledge the holistic nature of human needs–body, mind, & spirit.
We ensure that women are respected, their voices are heard, and their issues are addressed.
We focus clearly, but not exclusively, on women and girls.
We act with integrity and are accountable to our community.
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(1 position available)
Full-Time Contract, up to 40 hrs/week
Monday-Friday
Montessori Academy Learning Centre of Cambridge
Cambridge, ON N1R 3Z7

​About Us:
At Montessori Academy Learning Centre of Cambridge (MALCC), we believe the children learn best by exploring the prepared environment and following their interests. We apply the Montessori principles at our centre to help children develop essential skills. We operate as a family supporting other families and maintain a friendly environment at the centre.
Your Role:

• Provide children with knowledge via presentations and lessons in each area including Practical Life, Sensorial, Language, Mathematics, Culture and Cognitive
• Guide, role-model positive behaviours, observe and assess each child, and implement an appropriate curriculum plan to address the growing needs of each child from infant to preschool programs
• Conduct positive reflective practices, keep a growth mindset, and relate to constructive feedback to better serve the learning goals for the children
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, parents, and coworkers
• Ability to delegate tasks to your team & provide training when needed. A Teacher Assistant is available for support in daily responsibilities 

 
Skills & Responsibilities:

• Observe, guide, supervise, and assess children while they learn in a classroom environment
• Develop lesson plans and independent learning exercises while supporting individual needs of the children
• Exhibit active listening skills and ability to remain calm under stressful situations
• Apply Montessori and play-based teaching principles
• Possess excellent communication skills
• Responsible for maintaining performance standards, following policies and procedures, and observing regulations and guidelines, from infant to preschool age group in compliance with Ministry and program’s standards. i.e. CCEYA
• Participate in team meetings, center activities, and staff development during work hours
• Conduct parent/teacher interviews
• Establish a positive relationship with the families of children, share information about the child’s day, publish newsletter, and prepare progress reports
• Responsible for classroom cleanliness and organization
• Responsible for diaper changing and/or assisting with toileting
• Participate in outdoor activities with children for 2 hours per day as long as weather conditions allow

 
Qualifications:

• Montessori trained (AMI/MACTE) and/or RECE in good standing with College of ECE
• Student ECE’s in apprenticeship programs highly encouraged to apply
• Vulnerable sector police check
• Up-to-date immunizations record
• First aid and CPR-C
• Experience working with children ages 6 months to 6 years
• Experience in a Montessori Classroom is an asset
• Passionate about teaching young children!

 
Benefits:

• Extended Health Care
• Dental Care
• Mental Health Benefits
• On-site parking
• On-site childcare

 
Hiring Process:

• Please apply with recent resume
• Proceed with interview
• Bring portfolio or work samples at interview
• Submit required documentation upon selection
• Join the MALCC family!

 
Applications must be sent to: ecemontessorijobs@gmail.com or malccambridge@gmail.com
 
*DISCLAIMER* Montessori Academy Learning Centre of Cambridge is NOT associated with Montessori Academy Learning Centre Guelph
Montessori Academy Learning Centre of Cambridge is not affiliated with our neighbouring academy, OMA (Ontario Muslim Academy)
MALCC is under new management as of December 2022