Do you want to be part of a dynamic team that makes a difference in the lives of children and families in Ottawa?

If you want to start your journey and join a supportive and dynamic team and help families grow and thrive, then we want to hear from you!

Kinder Educator - OCT

This is a great opportunity to work with a supportive team who is dedicated to helping you build a new role with Mothercraft Ottawa!

The Kinder Educator - OCT, under the direction of the Program Manager, works in collaboration as part of the interprofessional Kinder Team (Kinder Educator - RECE, Kinder Educator - French) to develop, plan, implement and evaluate Mothercraft Ottawa's Alternative Kindergarten Program. The Kinder Team together shares in the administrative tasks associated with the Program, and works as a team to ensure the program is delivered in accordance with Mothercraft Ottawa's values.

While the planning, implementation and evaluation of the Alternative Kindergarten Program is a collaborative team process, each of the team members has a unique role to play to contribute based on their expertise and education. The Kinder Team collaborates on the planning and delivery of nearly all components of the program, with the following responsibiliies being unique to specific roles:

• Kinder Educator - French: Plans, implements and evaluates students in French language education;
• Kinder Educator - RECE: Plans and implements Jr Kinder students' group time or other Jr-specific proramming, as well as leading the evaluation of Jr Kinder group:
• Kinder Educator - OCT: Plans and implements Sr Kinder students' group time or other Sr-specific programming, as well as leading the evaluation of Sr Kinder group.

The Kinder Educator - OCT is responsible to share amongst the Kinder Team the planning and implementation of our Child Care Program in accordance with the Program Statement in their program classroom(s). They ensure that it is designed to promote the cognitive, social, physical and emotional well-being and development of the children under the guidelines of How Does Learning Happen? Ontario's Pedagogy for the Early Years and Mothercraft Ottawa's mission and strategic plan and the Child Care and Early Years Act (CCEYA).

The Kinder Educator - OCT mentors Educators, Child Care Workers and other classroom staff, post-secondary students and volunteers, models our program to their team, and acts as a resource to parents. They also provide support and guidance when dealing with behaiour issues.

In addition to teaching, the Kinder educator - OCT is responsible in assisting the Kinder Team and broader Mothercraft Team in providing diverse basic care needs including supplying proper nutrition and performing cleaning duties.

OUR PROGRAMS: HELPING FAMILIES GROW AND THRIVE

Mothercraft Ottawa is a non-profit multifaceted family support agency offering a wide array of programs for families from pregnancy to school age. Mothercraft has been supporting and meeting the needs of families and care providers in our community since 1944.

We offer early learning programs and services that support early childhood development; and full-time, part- time and casual, licensed child care programs for children aged 6 weeks to 12 years. Mothercraft Ottawa’s child care programs are provided in a centre, in a school or in a caregiver’s home and are available throughout the year.

We offer a comprehensive range of support services for parents, including prenatal classes, birth companion support, drop-in play groups and parenting workshops. As an EarlyON Child and Family Centre we offer programs and workshops that support parents and caregivers in all aspects of early child development. Note all our programs are offered in both English and French.

OUR VALUES

Through our work with families, staff, partners and the community, Mothercraft is dedicated to:

• Creativity: Exploring possibilities
• Nurturing: Supporting each other with compassion
• Inclusivity: Welcoming and encouraging diversity
• Integrity: Acting with honesty and reliability
• Collaborative Relationships: Built on respect and communication.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor of Education
• Member in Good Standing with the Ontario College of Teachers and/or Ontario College of Early Childhood Educators
• Experience in a group child care program
• Experience delivering programming based on the Ontario kindergarten and early primary (grade 1, 2) curriculum
• Extensive knowledge of early years child development
• Strong knowledge of play based, child lead learning
• Adequate energy and ability to meet the physical demands of the job
• Valid first aid and CPR level C certification, including infant and child
• Satisfactory vulnerable sector check
• High level of integrity and work ethic
• Expected that staff will engage in continuous professional learning opportunities to keep informative of the latest research on adult education, child development, play and inquiry-based pedagogy and other relevant topics
• Must be able to work flexible hours
• Experience and proven ability in working with adults and the public
• Demonstrated time management skills
• Valid City of Ottawa Food Handlers Certification is an asset
• Valid driver’s license and vehicle (site specific)

COMPETENCIES

• Extensive knowledge of child development
• Strong organizational, interpersonal and communication skills
• Strong group presentation and facilitation skills
• Problem solver and proactive thinker
• Effective time-manager and multi-tasker
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment
• Experience with special needs children will be considered an asset

SALARY AND BENEFITS:

This position is 37.5 hours per week and qualifies for our competitive vacation leave, group health benefits and health care spending account as per Mothercraft policies.

Salary starts at $51,000 annually, with increases as per our compensation policy.

Mothercraft Ottawa reserves the right to modify the terms of its benefit packages, from time to time, in its sole discretion.

HOW TO APPLY
Submit your resume and cover letter outlining how you would be a great fit in our non-profit child and family service agency to Janet Libbey, Program Manager.

Please note that while we appreciate your interest in the position, only applicants who are short listed for an interview will be contacted.

Mothercraft Ottawa is committed to providing a barrier-free work environment in concert with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. As such, Mothercraft Ottawa will make accommodations available to applicants with disabilities upon request during the recruitment process.

Mothercraft Ottawa strives to ensure that its employment practices are free from direct and indirect discrimination and is committed to upholding the human rights of those participating in the hiring process. In pursuit of this commitment, Mothercraft Ottawa will not condone or tolerate any acts of discrimination or harassment under any of the grounds protected under human rights legislation. This commitment extends to the hiring process and throughout the course of employment.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: $26.15 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• On-site parking
• Paid time off

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

COVID-19 considerations:
All candidates must be fully vaccinated for Covid. All current Ottawa Public Health recommended Covid protocols are in place.

Application question(s):

• Do you hold a valid certificate in First Aid/CPR Level C?
• Are all of your vaccinations up to date, including but not limited to a minimum of 2 doses of a COVID-19 vaccination?
• Are you a member in good standing with the Ontario College of Teachers?
• The shift pattern for this position is as follows:

Monday to Friday between 7:30-5:30 (rotating shifts)

Work Location: One location

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