Upper Canada Child Care - “A smile on each child’s face…every day.”

We are currently recruiting a Temporary Accommodation Support Facilitator to join our Team in Markham at the following location: St. Rene Goupil-St. Luke CES.

Rate: $19.55/hour

Term: 12 week duration

• Candidates must be available to work a split shift in a before and after school program.

Position Type & Required Availability:

• Temporary Full-time Position (32.5 hours/week): Candidates must be available to work a 6.5 hour shift.

What We Offer Our Educators:
As a large and growing organization, we have the ability to offer competitive compensation and rewards, including regular pay increases, wage enhancement grants, paid personal days, medical and dental benefits, split shift premium pay, paid training and development, involvement in charity initiatives, long term service awards, child care discounts, group RRSP program and the opportunity to advance and move throughout the organization. Upper Canada Child Care has recently expanded to include a forest school, allowing our educators to gain valuable knowledge and experience in this exciting area of child development and education.

Who We Are:
Upper Canada Child Care has over 40 years of experience in child care and education. We are a non-profit, government-licensed organization operating centres in communities throughout Toronto, York Region, and Simcoe County. Upper Canada Child Care is committed to providing quality programs that are guided by our organizational values of support, trust, safety, respect and professionalism. We believe that we set the stage for our children’s success when we foster the foundations of belonging, well-being, engagement and expression in our programs.

POSITION SUMMARY
To assist the teachers in program delivery ensuring operational requirements are met in compliance with all internal and external guidelines, policies and procedures. The overarching goal is to enhance the classroom ratio and provide an inclusive environment through ongoing collaboration and communication. Supports the organization’s vision, mission, and guiding values.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE

• A recent Police Vulnerable Sector Check.
• At least 18 years of age or older due to licensing requirements.
• Health assessment and up-to-date record of immunization as outlined by legislation.
• Up-to-date certification in CPR-C and Standard First Aid (training provided upon selection if required).
• Basic understanding of special needs and knowledge of the developmental needs of children and demonstrated ability to apply this knowledge.
• Proven ability to communicate (written and verbal) effectively and establish appropriate relationships with families, caregivers and other professionals.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure.
• Uses initiative; applies sound reason in solving problems and resolves conflict in an effective, professional manner.
• Have the physical and emotional stamina to effectively supervise children in a variety of settings including outdoor public spaces.
• Performs general housekeeping and classroom duties for children aged 0-12 years (e.g. meal/snack preparation, toileting, diapering, dressing, etc).
• Ability to use computer systems and programs; including Dayforce, and Storypark.

Upper Canada Child Care is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace and encourages applications from members of our diverse communities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Please contact the interviewer in advance if you require accommodations.

Thank you for your interest; only applicants who may be interviewed will be contacted.

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