Program Coordinator, Charles Hulse Early Learning - Ottawa, Canada - ANDREW FLECK CHILDREN'S SERVICES

ANDREW FLECK CHILDREN'S SERVICES

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Ottawa, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Permanent - Full-Time - Unionized

Andrew Fleck Children's Services is hiring a Program Coordinator for our Charles Hulse Child Care Program This is a unique opportunity to join our growing child care agency and to collaborate and work with a large team of Program Coordinators; a team that works together to enhance and strengthen the delivery of our child care services.

As Program Coordinator, you will be responsible for the day-to-day operations of the centre, including: enrolment, staffing, training and development, employee relations, and parent relations.

Confirmation of full vaccination for COVID-19 is a requirement of employment with Andrew Fleck Children's Services

Available from:

June 17th, 2024

Salary:

$28.69 to $34.26 per hour; $52, to $62,353.20 annually

Hours:

35 hours per week

Location:

Charles Hulse Child Care Centre: 2605 Alta Vista Drive, Ottawa, ON

Closing date:

May 16th, 2024

About the Charles Hulse Child Care Program
The Charles Hulse Child Care Program offers care to families located in the Ottawa South area.

We offer a full day preschool program for children between the ages of 2.5 and 5 years old as well as a before and/or after school kindergarten program and school age program for children between the age of 4 and 12 years old.

Our program promotes inquiry-based learning by reflecting on the interests and ideas of the children as well as the Educators.

Our Early Childhood Educators plan the environment to guide the children's learning, enhance their knowledge and meet their individual development needs.

We provide a supportive environment that encourages positive social interactions and an understanding of each child's uniqueness.

What Andrew Fleck Children's Services offers

Competitive salary
Comprehensive benefits package including 4 weeks of vacation, Health and Dental plan, Employer matching RRSP program at 6% of salary
A unique culture that fosters leadership, responsiveness, communication, and teamwork
A place where your opinions will be respected, and your contributions valued
Opportunity to work with a multiservice, multisite early Learning and Care Agency with over 19 locations including forest programs and intergenerational child care models
Opportunity to collaborate and work alongside a team of Program Coordinators
A chance to grow personally and professionally through workshops, mentorship programs and courses, to upgrade skills, and develop new areas of expertise
Participate in career development opportunities for a variety of different position types available within the AFCS organization
A strong commitment to equity and diversity in the workplace and community

In this role you will

Supervise and provide leadership to RECEs, ECE Assistants, students and other support staff
Lead, guide and support the early learning education team with strategies and resources to ensure full participation of all children, considering ability, cultural and linguistic, diversity and Indigenous identity so that all children have opportunities for engagement, exploration and expression.
Work with the Program Director to ensure the implementation of a philosophy of early learning and care at the centre is aligned with AFCS philosophy and vision, current pedagogical approaches, and the strategic priorities of the Agency.
Coach and support employee performance and development with individual annual work plans and goals
Monitor health and safety of the group; ensure that the group maintains standards set by the Child Care and Early Years Act to meet licensing requirements
Attend monthly team meetings with the PC group
Ensure positive communication with families through regular verbal and written contact
Ensure staff remain current and knowledgeable

To qualify for this role you have

Early Childhood Education diploma or degree from a recognized college or university or other equivalent educational qualifications
RECE in good standing with the CECE
Clear Police Record Check (Vulnerable sector) completed in the last 6 months
Current Standard First Aid and CPR certification
Minimum of five years experience in a group child care program or a Kindergarten/school age programs with demonstrated experience in a school age child care program required
Demonstrated Leadership skills in Early Learning and Care environments
Strong organizational and administrative skills
Strong interpersonal skills
Proven ability to work closely with other team members
Sensitivity and respect for individual and cultural differences
Adequate energy level and ability to meet the physical demands of the job
An additional language would be an asset