Job title:
SX̱EDJELI CHILDCARE SUPERVISOR
Company
Tsawout First Nation
Job description
POSITION SUMMARY: SX̱EDJELI Daycare center provides nurturing care and developmentally appropriate education to meet the needs of children in a group setting within a safe and healthy environment. Culture and Language are vital to program planning.The Childcare Supervisor oversees the program planning, working effectively with staff, working with families and children, connecting with the community, and assuming administrative responsibilities related to the day to day operations of the child care center. The supervisor works collaboratively with other early learning programs for SȾÁUTW̱ Education Departments which includes; Head Start and I,TOTELṈEW̱,ÁUTW̱ before and afterschool program.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Responsible for ensuring that the centre meets all legal requirements, including licensing regulations.
- Assists in the development of childcare programs and keeps up-to-date on issues relating to program design and delivery.
- Records and reports accidents and serious occurrences
- Provides supervision, leadership and guidance to the team.
- Monitors classroom Early Childhood Educators on a daily basis to ensure compliance with the Child Care Community Facilities Act (CCCFA) (which is licencing.) This includes ensuring a safe environment is provided for children in terms of their spiritual, physical, emotional and cognitive development.
- Communicates with parents and deals with questions or issues that arise.
- Respects confidentiality and relates to parents, children and other staff members in a professional and ethical manner.
- Responsible for updating policies and procedures required by the Child Care Community Facilities Act.
- Train staff on policies and procedures.
- Monitors staff to ensure forms are being completed and records are complete.
- Guides and assists children in activities, routines and transition times.
- Inputs attendance on a monthly basis and follows- up to ensure that accounts are up to date.
- Responsible for the review and documentation of staff behaviour management, according to the policies and CCCFA requirements.
- Prepares progress reports and discuss with parents and staff.
- Prepares and produces written documents to meet program information and communication needs.
- Makes arrangements for alternate pick up of late children
- Monitors and maintains different budgets from various funding sources.
- Updates schedules and plans for weekly staff meetings
- Arranges for substitute staff as needed
- Verifies staff time sheets and submits
- Interviews potential clients, provides tours of daycare facility and registers children to ensure enrollment packages are completed.
- Attends and organizes weekly staff meetings and monthly with Manager.
- Maintains the health and safety of the children including implementing monthly fire drills
- Participates in SȾÁUTW̱ First Nation hiring committee as required.
- Other related duties may be assigned by the Education Manager.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Early Childhood Education Diploma or degree
- Strong Supervisor skills with 2 years’ related experience
- Possess extensive experience with administrative duties and reporting
- Registered member in good standing with the College of Early Childhood Education
- Current First Aid/CPR certificate
- Vulnerable Sector Criminal Record Check is required as a condition of employment
- Knowledge of Child Care and Early Years Act and licensing and legislative regulations
- Experience working with infant to junior children
- Solid understanding of child development
- Demonstrates ability to maintain an effective work relationship with families, colleagues, service providers, and regulatory program advisors
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Exceptional interpersonal skills
- Proficient with MS Office
- Experience with writing reports, and budget management
- Experience with conflict resolution with staff, community or families
- Proven ability to work closely with other team members
- Sensitivity and respect for individual and cultural differences
- Knowledge of First Nations Culture and Language
- Knowledge of community considered an asset
- Adequate energy level and ability to meet the physical demands of the job
OTHER FACTORSCulture/LanguageRespect for and working knowledge of the SȾÁUTW̱ culture is required.Personal AttributesThe Childcare Supervisor maintains strict confidentiality in performing their duties and demonstrates the following personal attributes: Respect, Empathy, Strength, Pride and Equality
Expected salary
$28 – 32 per hour
Location
Saanichton, BC
Job date
Thu, 18 Jul 2024 23:53:49 GMT
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