Early Childhood/Afterschool Educator supply

POSITION OBJECTIVE Reporting to the Childcare Director, Preschool and Afterschool Coordinator(s), This position is responsible for the implementation of the YMCA Playing to Learn and YMCA A Place to Connect curriculums, and the NB Curriculum Framework for Early Learning and Childcare developing the child in spirit, mind and body, while providing quality care for the participants (children), supervision of volunteers and support of our day-to-day operations.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

• Adherence to the YMCA Child Protection Policies and Procedures ensuring a safe environment for children, young people/vulnerable adults; identifying children, young people/vulnerable adults who are suffering, or likely to suffer, significant harm; and taking appropriate action to see that such children, young people/vulnerable adults are kept safe at the YMCA.
• Adherence to the YMCA Occupational Health & Safety Policy and accountable to work safely at all times, to identify and report hazards, to take whatever measures necessary and reasonable in the circumstances, to protect and promote health and safety.
• Ensure SAM and Brand Standards are met and exceeded.
• Serve as a role model to members, volunteers and staff by demonstrating our YMCA values.
• Understand, promote, participate and solicit others to participate in YMCA philanthropic, recognition and awareness events and activities in the organization.
• To plan and implement a consistent child directed/lead program in accordance with YMCA Playing to Learn Curriculum/ YMCA A Place to Connect Standards along with the NB Curriculum Framework for Early Learning and Childcare, and Provincial (Standards) law.
• Create a physical and social environment offering full range of self-directed learning opportunities conducted through small group interactions.
• To document and plan in accordance with YMCA Playing to Learn and/or YMCA – A Place to Connect requirements
• To inform parents about a child’s developmental and behavioural progress in a caring, confidential manner.
• To be compliant with the YMCA Playing to Learn and/or YMCA A Place to Connect play in action / Quality audit requirements.
• To be compliant with all YMCA and government established standards (law) and policies.
• To keep the facilities, equipment and supplies clean and orderly in accordance with to YMCA and Provincial Standards (law).
• To attend staff meetings and training events, as well as demonstrate leadership in a volunteer capacity.
• Understand the facility’s Inclusion policy statement and lead inclusionary practices throughout the learning environment.
• Uses strategies and makes adaptations and accommodations to help set up the learning environment so that all children can participate and have access to meaningful learning opportunities.
• Takes all children’s strengths and interests into consideration in planning learning activities and experiences
• Collaborates with the operator, administrator and inclusion support worker to: Observe, document, and reflect on the individual needs of all children.
• Collaborate with professionals and service providers to create and contribute to a plan to support children with additional needs (with consent from a parent or guardian).
• Participates in professional learning that strengthens inclusion and diversity, especially the Tools for Inclusion webinars available at Inclusion NB.
• Other duties as assigned. COMPETENCY PROFILE
• Child and Youth Focused: Commits to assisting growth and development among children.
• Teamwork: Actively builds team and encourages open relationships for maximum organizational effectiveness.
• Relationship Building and Collaboration : Builds positive interactions both internally and externally to achieve work related goals.
• Quality Focus: Ensures that the YMCA programs and services are superior.
• Communication: Communicates in a thorough, clear and timely manner and supports information sharing and goal achievement across the YMCA.
• Creativity and Innovation: Develops new ways or adapts existing ideas to help us achieve desired results.
• QUALIFICATIONS
• Recognized ECE, Child and Youth Care, or related Degree or Diploma is an asset
• First Aid and CPR from a recognized provider
• Current and acceptable Criminal Record Checks and Vulnerable Sector Screening
• Clear Social Development Record Check
• New Brunswick Curriculum Framework for Early Learning and Child Care Certificate, or willingness to complete at earliest opportunity
• Previous experience working with children
• Strong organizational, communication and multi-tasking skills
• Basic computer skills
• Strong Knowledge of Early & Middle Childhood Development is an asset
• Bilingualism is an asset REQUIREMENT This position shall not, for the duration of their employment, maintain any interests directly or indirectly, as an employee, or act in any other capacity, for any other organization that conducts business which may be perceived as similar to, or in competition with, The YMCA of Greater Moncton’s business, without obtaining prior permission from the YMCA Department VP or Senior Director. Due to YMCA privacy and ethical business practices, the employee in this position agree to refrain from contacting YMCA clients and members for business purposes after employment termination. Position: Inclusion Support Worker (under Inclusion support Program and YMCA of Greater Moncton) Department: Child and Youth Services POSITION OBJECTIVE This position works under the Inclusion support worker program, providing engaged supervision for children approved for the Inclusion support worker while enrolled in the Childcare, Preschool or Afterschool Program. Reporting to the Childcare Director, Preschool and Afterschool Coordinator(s), the Inclusion support worker is to ensure the implementation of the YMCA Playing to Learn and YMCA A Place to Connect curriculums, and the NB Curriculum Framework for Early Learning and Childcare, developing the child in spirit, mind and body. MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES Adherence to the YMCA Child Protection Policies and Procedures ensuring a safe environment for children, young people/vulnerable adults; identifying children, young people/vulnerable adults who are suffering, or likely to suffer, significant harm; and taking appropriate action to see that such children, young people/vulnerable adults are kept safe at the YMCA. Adherence to the YMCA Occupational Health & Safety Policy and accountable to work safely at all times, to identify and report hazards, to take whatever measures necessary and reasonable in the circumstances, to protect and promote health and safety. Ensure SAM and Brand Standards are met and exceeded. Serve as a role model to members, volunteers and staff by demonstrating our YMCA values. Understand, promote, participate and solicit others to participate in YMCA philanthropic, recognition and awareness events and activities in the organization. Maintain open communication within the team and parents, which will enable all involved to achieve our primary goal; to have both children participate in all program activities. Supervise and encourage appropriate engagement and manage difficult behaviours when necessary. Model appropriate interactions/participation with peers To participate actively in scheduled outings, mealtimes, swim and gym. To be complaint with the YMCA Playing to Learn and YMCA – A Place to Connect Curriculum requirements. To be compliant with all YMCA and government established policies. To attend appointments and meetings, as scheduled and deemed necessary. Complete communication reports (if required) with the assistance of all involved. (ie. Inclusion support program, educators, guardians, Director/Coordinator) Meeting Department of Education and Early Childhood Development requirements to be able to work one-on-one with a child when necessary. Completes the Tools for Inclusion webinars and participates in other relevant training. Collaborates with other staff members to: Observe, document, and reflect on the individual needs of the children they are supporting. Engage and involve families in the plan to support the children in the program. Collaborates with professionals and service providers to create and contribute to a child support plan. Collaborates with school services (educational assistant, resource team) and contributes to planning whenever possible. Uses strategies and makes adaptations and accommodations to support the success for the children. Provides a “just right” level of support to allow the children to fully participate in the same activities and routines as their peers by knowing the children’s support needs. Takes the children’s strengths and interests into consideration. Provides opportunities to work towards independence whenever possible by decreasing support as skills improve. Seeks opportunities for the children to develop friendships with peers and relationships with others. Allows opportunities to practice regulation of emotions (when applicable). Guide the children in how to follow directions, ask questions and make requests. Other duties as assigned. COMPETENCY PROFILE Child and Youth Focused: Commits to assisting growth and development among children. Teamwork: Actively builds team and encourages open relationships for maximum organizational effectiveness. Relationship Building and Collaboration : Builds positive interactions both internally and externally to achieve work related goals. Quality Focus: Ensures that the YMCA programs and services are superior. Communication: Communicates in a thorough, clear and timely manner and supports information sharing and goal achievement across the YMCA. Creativity and Innovation: Develops new ways or adapts existing ideas to help us achieve desired results.

QUALIFICATIONS

Recognized ECE, Child and Youth Care, Non Violent Crisis Intervention Training, Child Behavior Specialist, or related Degree or Diploma an asset Current and acceptable Criminal Record Checks and Vulnerable Sector Screening Clear Social Development Record Check First Aid and CPR from a recognized provider Basic computer skills Strong Knowledge of Child Development Strong organizational, communication and multi-tasking skills New Brunswick Curriculum Framework for Early Learning and Child Care Certificate, or willingness to complete at earliest opportunity 3 Part Tools for Inclusion training certificate or willingness to complete at earliest opportunity Bilingualism is an asset REQUIREMENT This position shall not, for the duration of their employment, maintain any interests directly or indirectly, as an employee, or act in any other capacity, for any other organization that conducts business which may be perceived as similar to, or in competition with, The YMCA of Greater Moncton’s business, without obtaining prior permission from the YMCA Department VP or Director.

Due to YMCA privacy and ethical business practices, the employee in this position agree to refrain from contacting YMCA clients and members for business purposes after employment termination.