Early Learning and Childcare Worker - Calgary, Canada - Calgary Catholic School District

Calgary Catholic School District

Verified Company

Calgary, Canada

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

beBee Recruiter

Description

St. Monica School

Avenue SW, Calgary

Overall Accountability

The Early Learning and Childcare Worker provides developmentally appropriate play-based literacy to English Language Learning (ELL) preschool children. English language acquisition will be developed through culturally responsive collaborative practice.

Specific Accountabilities

Develops and delivers an early childhood program to support language and literacy development
Collaborates with the Principal, Preschool teacher and Instructional Services on the delivery of a parent support and education program to support the literacy and language developed for the children at home
Participates in the assessment process of language proficiency in English skills
Collects and compiles documentation and data related to the progress of the children
Engages interpreters to facilitate communication with families

Qualifications:

Two (2) year diploma from a recognized institution in Early Learning & Childcare including course work in child development, learning through play, diversity in childcare settings and other related areas of study or equivalent
Experience working with 'new Canadian' children and families from diverse backgrounds in a learning environment
Child Development Supervisor Certificate (formerly level 3) or be eligible to attain this certification
Broad based understanding of the challenges of immigration and cultural transition
Respect for and understanding of the importance of the value of first language and culture
Second language skills an asset

Please Note:
This posting may be filled through the recall process. All applicants are still encouraged to apply.