Bilingual EY Educator

Job Summary

The Bilingual Site Coordinator, Early Years Educator (RECE) is responsible for delivering high quality play-based early learning programs to children (age birth - 6) and their caregivers.

Duties and Responsibilities

Site Coordination and Program Delivery* – in French/English

• Develop and implement child-directed, quality early learning activities using the ELECT curriculum, the Four Foundations of Learning (How Does Learning Happen) and BridgeWay’s program standardizations for children 0 – 6 years of age and their parents/caregivers 
• Use various techniques including coaching, modeling, active listening, observing, questioning, demonstrating and supporting educators, students 
• Prepare the monthly program schedule and plan special guests for Francophone and English-speaking families
• Provide monthly report to Supervisor 
• Providing tasks for volunteer and student placements 
• Conduct meetings with site staff to reflect, plan and update programs 
• Set up and set down of room, where required 
• Liase with with Conseil scolaire Viamonde administrators to address site needs, ensuring appropriate support is provided as required
• Laundry, where required 
• Cleaning of toys 
• Act as on-site support for new staff and clients who seek guidance navigating the BridgeWay website, OCCMS, or online registration 
• Track program registration and attendance levels and flag programs to the Communications team for additional promotion 
• Communicate areas of concern around attendance 
• Liaise with Manager, Pedagogy to conduct program evaluations and participate in CQI 
• Liaise with Manager of Pedagogy for new initiatives in program planning and development 
• Inventory supplies and place orders with Program Support Coordinator
• May supervise a student and or a volunteer

Promotion 

• Post all flyers, brochures, posted materials at sites for Francophone families 
• Ensure bulletin boards, TV screens, and other physical displays reflect current promotions and brand standards 
• Submit requests for new or replenished promotional materials as needed 
• Notify Supervisor and Facilities Manager of any malfunctioning technology at the site (TV, computer) 
• Provide site tours to parents, funders, etc. 
• Contribute ideas for marketing campaigns or materials that reflect community insights 
• Collect stories and successes from families and share with Manager, Pedagogy and communications for celebratory purposes 
• Track and share informal insights about how new families heard about BridgeWay (e.g., referral, social media, word of mouth). 
• Assist in the creation of French communications for the agency (i.e. flyers, resources, etc.)

Health and Safety

• Ensure programs and sites are welcoming, inclusive, safe and clean for families 
• Conduct health and safety inspections, conduct fire drills 
• Safe storage of materials 

Networking

• Participate on committees, in meetings and attend training sessions both on-site and off-site as directed by the Manager, Pedagogy or Director, Programs and Partnerships
• Ensure promotion of BridgeWay Family Centre programs/services
• Work with French Program Specialist and Communications team to find Francophone networks for networking/information sharing 

Other

• Act as a fund development advocate by following expectation of the agency’s Fund Development Plan
• Respond to any additional funder requirements as directed by management
• Participate in outreach events as determined by the Supervisor and or Manager, particularly those targeted to the Francophone community
• Keep informed by reading staff newsletters, agency notices as well as partner notices
• Attend bingo events where requested 
• Attend trainings as requested 
• Other duties as assigned 

Qualifications

• Degree/diploma in Early Childhood Education or approved equivalency; 
• RECE in good standing with the College of ECE
• Minimum level A or B required for oral/written French 
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a related field
• Intermediate First Aid/CPR B or C
• Vulnerable Sector Check
• Self-motivated, takes initiative and works well within a team environment
• Well-developed interpersonal, communication and organizational skills 
• Ability to work some flexible hours
• Additional language(s) an asset
• Must be able to travel regularly between multiple sites for programs, outreach, and meetings (required)

We offer excellent training, salary, a Group Retirement Savings Plan, Group Benefit Plan, Health Spending benefit and a supportive, dynamic work environment.

Thank you for your interest in this position; only qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview. BridgeWay is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that values diversity, respects differences, and supports the full participation of all employees. We welcome applications from people with disabilities and, upon request, will make every effort to remove barriers and provide accommodations throughout the hiring process.