RECE or Equivalent Team Lead

Upper Canada Child Care -A smile on each childs faceevery day. We are currently recruiting Registered Early Childhood Educators or equivalent (Child and Youth Worker or OCT Member) for a Team Lead Position in Barrieat the following location: Johnston Street position is to fill an existing Range: RECE or Equivalent: $26.07 - $29.79/hour plus Wage Enhancement Grant (up to $2.00/hr) Split Shift Premium ($2.00/hr) & Team Lead Premium Pay.*Candidates must be available to work a split shift in a before and after school program. Position Type & Required Availability: Full-time Split Shift Position (33.75 hours/week): Candidates must be available to work a split-shift (morning and afternoon) in our Before & After School programs Monday-Friday to be considered. Who We Are:Upper Canada Child Care non-profit licensed provider since 1983 operates 85 centres in Toronto York Region and Simcoe County. We offer full-day and before and after school programs summer camps and a forest school. Guided by values of support trust safety respect and professionalism we prioritize play-based learning and outdoor exploration. We invest in quality program delivery providing specialized supports and training. Ministry of Education licensed our programs reflect the four foundations of learning. Join us and help put a smile on each childs faceevery day. 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 childcare discounts group RRSP program formal mentorship program and the opportunity to advance and move throughout the organization. Upper Canada Child Care also operates summer day camps at select locations in addition to unique programs such as residential camp and forest school. Position Summary:The Team Lead is responsible for the day-to-day operation of the Before & After school program. Delivers a developmentally appropriate inquiry/play based program while ensuring compliance with all internal and external guidelines policies & procedures. Serves as a source of information to parents community partners and coworkers. Supports the organizations vision mission & guiding values. This is a fully in-centre position. Job Responsibilities: Participates in professional development opportunities staff meetings and training sessions as with the children and provides a positive learning experience. Provides a range of care including assisting with meals/snacks toileting dressing expectations for other employees volunteers and student teachers from colleges universities secondary schools etc. Fosters the engagement of and ongoing communication with parents about the program and their children. Attends parent and community meetings as Storypark for pedagogical documentation as a guide for program children in need of additional support. Guides parents through the process of accessing resources. Helps design and implement individual support plans as collaborates and communicates with other employees school personnel and outside agencies to help support the needs of all children. Participates in health and safety initiatives as required in compliance with Occupational Health & Safety. Plans leads and documents team meetings as required. Consistently advises the Leadership team of any information pertaining to family school and staffing issues. Reports any supplies and/or equipment deficiencies. Assists supervisor with publications of parent and community communications Ensures timely and accurate completion of administrative tasksOrders/purchases food and other program supplies; shopping at local stores may be required. Participates in special events centre tours and helps plan for field trips. Helps with general housekeeping and classroom duties. May be asked to occasionally fill in as cook (job description to be provided) Qualifications & Requirements: Diploma in Early Childhood Education (ECE); or approved equivalency from a recognized college or university. A recent Vulnerable Sector Check Working knowledge of child care early years act (CCEYA) is an least 18 years of age or older due to licensing assessment and record of immunization as outlined by legislation. Up-to-date registration with the College of Early Childhood Educators (if applicable). Up-to-date certification in CPR-C and standard first aid (training provided upon selection if required). Computer proficiency including Microsoft 365 Intranet Dayforce and Storypark. Please apply by clicking on the available link or email your resume to Canada Child Care is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace and encourages applications from members of our diverse 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 forget to check us out on Facebook Instagram X & LinkedIn!