Salary: $61,005.00 per annum
Hours: 40 hours per week
Overview of the Position:
Reporting to the Assistant Superintendent of Learning Services, through the System Administrator of Early Learning, the DECE Supervisor is part of the central Learning Services team that actively supports Full Day Early Learning Kindergarten Programs by facilitating site-based supports, central workshops, and networking opportunities for Full Day Kindergarten Teams. The DECE Supervisor will partner with current DECE Supervisors to oversee the day-to-day supervision and management of our growing Extended Day programs and be an active leader in the recruitment and hiring of new DECEs through the implementation of the Full Day Kindergarten and Extended Day programs.
Qualifications:
The successful candidate will:
- Have a degree/diploma in Early Childhood Education from a recognized university or community college and be registered and in good standing with the College of Early Childhood Educators
- Will demonstrate exemplary knowledge of play-based learning as defined in the Full Day Early Learning Kindergarten and The Extended Day Ministry of Education documents
- Also possess excellent team leadership, problem-solving, communication, computer literacy and time management skills
- Possess a valid Ontario driver’s license
Responsibilities:
- Supervise the Designated Early Childhood Educators in the Extended Day Program sites
- Administer the Extended Day Program including registration, management of subsidies, fee collection, viability and program attendance records
- Support school principals with Extended Day absence management
- Provide leadership and guidance to staff through coaching and professional development
- Communicate with Parents and the broader community around the Extended Day program
- Communicate and advise Principals and other Board staff on pertinent information concerning the Designated Early Childhood Educators in the Extended Day Program
- Collaborate and communicate with community stakeholders
- Provide guidance and instruction on food quality, safety and quantity for the program when required
- Recruit and support hiring process for Early Childhood Educators
Candidates are asked to submit four (4) copies of a covering letter and resume, quoting posting #14.003, not later than 3:00 p.m. on Friday, February 7, 2014.
In person or by mail to:
Waterloo Region District School Board
Human Resource Services Department, Education Centre
51 Ardelt Avenue, Mailbox D
Kitchener, ON N2C 2R5
While we appreciate all applications, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
"The WRDSB is committed to equity for all students and staff, and to delivering the highest quality education through a qualified workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. Upon request, we will provide reasonable accommodations in the hiring process to support applicants with disabilities