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Supply Teachers, Casual Part-Time and Maternity Leave Coverage

11/30/2015

Are you delighted by the interests, capabilities and energy young children possess? Do you have the ability to provoke thought and inspire discovery with preschoolers? We invite you to consider joining our team of collaborative educators who support children’s learning through observation, experimentation and reflection.

The Early Childhood Education Centre (ECEC), a preschool and research facility within the Psychology Department of the University of Waterloo, is seeking applicants for Supply Teacher positions and Maternity Leave coverage. Must be a Registered Early Childhood Educator with the College of Early Childhood Educators of Ontario and qualified with a minimum of an Early Childhood Education Diploma. A university degree in Early Childhood Education or in a relevant area such as Psychology or Child Studies is preferred. Candidates must be a holder of a valid Standard First Aid and Adult/Infant/Child CPR certificate. Experience and demonstrated skill in carrying out a developmentally appropriate program for children 2.5 – 5 years in a team teaching format is required. Knowledge and experience with planned components, emergent curriculum and documentation of learning preferred. Must be able to step in and assume responsibility for all aspects of a Head Teacher or Teaching Assistant role.

Qualified candidates please send resumes directly to Valerie Rozon at vrozon@uwaterloo.ca

Supply/Part-Time RECE

11/16/2015

Job Title – Supply/Part-time RECE
May become a scheduled position of up to 5 mornings and/or 2 afternoons a week.

Job Description
Little Mountain Parent Participating Preschool and Open Sesame Headstart Preschool are jointly looking for supply/part-time RECE. Both programs operate out of the same room but on different days, having a different focus and separate boards. Also note that both programs are currently looking at the feasibility of hiring a second staff as the new CCEYA requirements affect volunteer recruitment. Both programs are play-based with Open Sesame having a skill development component based on the individual children’s needs

Duties
- The Supply/Part time RECE would be responsible for working the days when the current RECE is sick or needs to attend to other matters.
- The Supply/Part time RECE will be able to present and carry out a program that is stimulating and educational and one that meets the needs of the children present.
-The RECE will work with volunteers – high school and university students as well as adults.
- The RECE will work closely with parents and outside agencies that assist in the programs.

Open Sesame Headstart Preschool operates from Monday to Wednesday from 9 AM to 11:30AM. Staff hours are usually 8:30 AM to 12PM. This program is a free program offered to families who have preschool children with special needs or have needs within their family. A parent or caregiver must attend a parent group on Monday mornings which is run by our parent group facilitator. The special needs the children have had in the past include – ESL, Speech and Communication delay’s or disorders, Autism, Aspergers, cognitive delay’s, or behavioural disorders. Currently there is one RECE and two volunteers to a class of up to 12 children ages 2 ½ to 5 years. Some children do their JK year with this program. Open Sesame works closely with therapists and consultants from Kids Ability, KW Habilitation Preschool Services and other agencies.

Little Mountain Parent Participating Preschool operates from Thursday and Friday from 9 AM to 11:30 PM. Staff hours are usually 8:30 AM to 12 PM. In January we are looking at offering an extended program to 1 pm and/or an afternoon program on Monday – Wednesday. We have space for 16 children ages 2 1/2 to 5 years. We are a co-operative program with parents participating in the classroom in place of a second paid staff. Some children attend both morning preschools and/or do their JK year with the preschool. Little Mountain also works closely with therapists and consultants from Kids Ability, KW Habilitation Preschool Services and other agencies.

Qualifications
-RECE in good standing with the College of ECE
-Current Standard First Aid and Infant/Child CPR
-Vulnerable Sector Check
-5 years experience working in child care sector or child related field
-Experience working with children who have special needs
-Good record keeping skills
-Some supervising experience of volunteers or students
-Ability to change planned activities as classroom needs direct
-Experience working with parents in accomplishing goals for their child
-Other skills related to providing a quality early childhood education program

Submit resume and cover letter to
Darlene Bokma - Supervisor
supervisor@littlemountainpreschool.ca
by midnight of November 30, 2015 to be included in current interviews.

Interviews will be conducted before Christmas with a possible January start date.

Late applicants will be reviewed and kept on file.

After School Care Special Needs

11/16/2015

Job Title: After school Care – Special Needs

Description:

A family living in the North End of Waterloo (near Conestoga Mall) is looking for after school care for their two teenage children with special needs. There is one girl and one boy who are 14 and 13 years of age. Both children have an intellectual disability and one is nonverbal, autistic. We would like interested individuals to supervise their after school chores and then spend time with them as needed. There will be opportunities to do crafts, baking, and other activities to help the time pass. Also, will be allowed to take the children for walks to the local park or mall when the weather permits.
We need someone who can work 3 afternoons a week preferably on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 1:50 pm to 4:30 pm. Though we prefer those 3 days, we can be flexible and arrange for any three afternoons of the week. If this student works well and develops a good relationship with the children then some summer hours may also be available.

Qualifications:

Interest in working with children who have special needs
Knowledge of autism and applied behaviour analysis not required but may be beneficial
Experience working with children

If you are interested, please send a cover letter and resume to idenbak@sympatico.ca addressed to Irene.
We will be accepting resumes until the posting is filled.

Child Care Teacher

11/10/2015

EMPLOYED BY:       Kitchener-Waterloo YMCA
SERVICE AREA: Community Services
POSITION:               Child Care Teacher
LOCATION:   Kitchener-Waterloo
REPORTS TO:   Supervisor, Child Care Centre
HOURS:                   Fixed Term (one year contract, full time hours, evenings & weekends as required)
SALARY: $16.03 per hour
START DATE:          November 2015

FUNCTION: To create a stimulating, safe and nurturing environment for children to learn and grow, while supporting families. Adhere to the Child Care and Early Learning 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 Child Care and Early Learning 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: Monday, November 16, 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.

Child Care Worker II

11/2/2015

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

CHILD CARE WORKER II
(unionized position)

DUTIES:

To plan and provide a Child and Parent program that supports the development of adaptive problem solving and decision making skills, positive self-esteem, independence and trust.

To ensure a safe environment for the children while in the care of the Creative Play Worker.

To provide or arrange for first aid in case of emergency.

To establish and maintain rapport with parents and respond to parent’s inquiries, suggestions and concerns regarding the Child and Parent program.

To respect the confidentiality of children and their families.

To follow all policies and procedures of the YWCA.

To maintain relevant records.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Diploma in Early Childhood Education or related social science field would be an asset
Sound knowledge of child development, preferably of high-needs children.
Sound knowledge of developmental, mental and physical health issues.
Experience working with high-needs women and children.
Knowledge of the current Ontario Child Welfare legislation.
CPR and First Aid certification required.
Excellent communication, planning and organizational skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Rate of pay: $19.093 per hour, with an additional 2% in lieu of benefits
Hours: 9 hours per week, three evenings per week.

Please forward applications in writing by November 2, 2015 indicating how you became aware of this employment opportunity to;

Jenny Spiers, Community Support Coordinator
YWCA Supportive Housing
155 Lincoln Road
Waterloo, ON N2J 4S7
Fax: 519.747.4475
Email: jenny.spiers@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, 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.

Supply Teachers, Casual Part-Time and Maternity Leave Coverage

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