Teacher Float - Four Month

BASIC FUNCTION

The Teacher must be a Registered Early Childhood Educator in good standing.  This position works in all directly operated child care centres located in the Wellington Service Delivery Area.  The Teacher must be a Registered Early Childhood Educator in good standing.  This position reports to the Manager of Directly Operated Programmes and the Child Care Centre Supervisor and is responsible for ensuring all relevant legislative requirements, policies and procedures are maintained at all times.  Duties include, but are not limited to, providing direct supervision of children in a safe, nurturing, developmentally appropriate, inclusive and socially competent environment, identifying and referring children with specific health, learning and/or behavioural challenges to the Supervisor for further consultation, establishing a collaborative professional relationship with parents, co-workers, agency professionals and the child care community.  

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Have a working knowledge of relevant legislation and the ability to interpret when required. 
• Maintain membership of the College of Early Childhood Education in good standing and upholds its Standards of Practice.
• Conduct consistent Behaviour Guidance in accordance of the Child Care and Early Years Act and County of Wellington Child Care Services policies.
• Provide an inclusive programme and environment that honours diversity, equity and partnerships.
• Support families in their roles as parents and provide a solution focused approach when working through challenges.
• Ensure all corporate and centre policies and procedures are being met.
• Provide direct supervision of children at all times.
• Have a thorough knowledge of child development for children ages birth to 4 years. 
• Plan, implement and assess developmentally appropriate learning opportunities in keeping with the emergent curriculum philosophy. 
• Monitor children’s health and wellbeing, report concerns to Supervisor and parents/guardians and maintain a record of such.
• Monitor for potential health outbreaks and follow direction of Public Health and Supervisor during outbreaks.
• Administer first aid and children’s medication when required and maintain accurate records of such.
• Respond to emergency situations including anaphylactic procedures, medical issues and dealing with challenging clients.   
• Identify and refer children with specific health and/or developmental challenges. 
• Organize play areas, equipment and materials to create an interesting, welcoming, safe and developmentally appropriate environment for children.
• Communicate effectively and professionally with children, parents/guardians, co-workers, support staff and students.
• Attend monthly staff meetings (after hours).
• Attend relevant professional development activities such as workshops, conferences and courses.
• Other duties as assigned. 
   

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High School graduation or equivalent, plus an additional Early Childhood Education Diploma or a letter of equivalency issued by the Association of Early Childhood Educators Ontario.
• Must be a Registered Early Childhood Educator in good standing.
• Over six months related experience in child care centre setting.
• Knowledge of the Child Care and Early Years Act, Early Childhood Educators Act, Public Health, Health and Safety, and other related legislation. 
• Knowledge and experience working with community supports for families and children.
• Ability to adapt established methods or procedures, such as referring to and compliance with legislation, policies and procedures.
• Excellent customer service skills and the ability to work with a diverse client group in a professional manner.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to maintain accurate records.
• Well-developed written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Excellent knowledge of computers, software, programmes and databases.
• A valid driver’s licence (minimum G2 Class) and access to a reliable vehicle.