ERCCA Avonmore is recruiting a full-time Level 3 educator (30 hours per week) to work one on one with a child with diverse needs. This position is funding by Family Support for Children with Disabilities (FSCD)
The shift would be 7-10am and 2:30-5:30pm Monday to Friday at ERCCA Avonmore, located inside Avonmore School.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Level 2 or 3 child care certification issued by the province of Alberta
- Experience working with children with diverse needs in a support role an asset.
- Valid first aid certification
- Clear police check including vulnerable sector, issued in the last 6 months.
JOB DESCRIPTION
- Provide one on one support to children in our program when needed
- Work collaboratively within a team of child care educators
- Support weekly program plans reflective of children's interests, and the values and goals of the Flight Framework.
- Document children's learning through pedagogical documentation and learning stories shared with families through parent communication app.
- Communicate daily with families regarding program activities and expectations.
- Closely supervise children, always maintaining child/educator ratios.
- Create and maintain positive relationships with children and their families.
- Encourage children to foster independence and to be responsible for themselves and their actions.
- Model appropriate behaviours, guide children’s behaviour according to the Behaviour Guidance Policy.
- Daily cleaning and organizing of program space as needed.
BENEFITS
- Competitive wages based on ECE level; $16-19 plus government wage top up.
- Paid sick, vacation, and float days.
- Health, and dental benefits, Health Spending Account and Group RSP for full-time educators after 6 months of service.
- Ongoing professional development opportunities, including association wide professional development day, and monthly reflective practice.
- Association promotes from within, including leadership and pedagogical roles.
