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Early Childhood Consultant - ECIP

Location: Saskatoon

Posting Date - February 11, 2025

Hourly Rate: $22.80 - $26.52/hour (dependent on education and experience)., plus mileage reimbursement Work-life balance: Weekends and evenings off, plus time off during Christmas, New Year’s, and Easter breaks, in addition to three weeks of vacation.

Term Full-Time: 37.5 hours/week (Part-Time options available).

Travel: Some rural travel required within a 2-hour radius of Saskatoon (mileage paid by employer).

Minimum Qualifications:

A recognized professional degree in Early Childhood Development or a two-year diploma in Early Childhood Education (ECE III).

About the Role

As an Early Childhood Consultant, you will collaborate with families to support their child’s development through a routine-based, play-focused approach. Working with children from infancy to age five who have developmental delays or are at risk, you will partner with parents in their homes to explore their goals for their child.

Your role includes: ✔ Meeting families 1-2 times per month to co-create strategies that fit within their daily routines. ✔ Using assessment tools collaboratively with parents to identify strengths and areas of focus. ✔ Developing individualized plans alongside families based on their child’s needs. ✔ Fostering a learning environment built on trust, respect, and shared expertise. ✔ Collaborating with community partners to advocate for families and connect them to resources.

Is This the Right Job for You?

✔ Do you have education, training, and experience in early childhood development? ✔ Are you skilled in coaching and collaborating with families, recognizing their strengths and capacity? ✔ Do you thrive in a team that values trust, support, respect, learning, and compassion? ✔ Are you confident in using assessment tools to guide individualized planning? ✔ Do you have excellent organization and time management skills? ✔ Are you proficient in using computer programs for documentation and planning? ✔ Do you have a valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle (mileage covered by employer)?

If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you! Apply today to join a team dedicated to honoring capacity and growth, fostering learning, and working alongside families with empathy, support, and collaboration.

How to Apply

Send your resume and cover letter to Tammy Ives, Executive Director at tammy@saskatoon.ecip.ca. Please highlight how your past experience supports your suitability for this role.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Director – Davidson Child Care Incorporated

Location: Davidson

Posting Date: October 15, 2024

Start Date: To Be Determined

Application Deadline: November 8th, 2024

Position Type: Full-Time, Permanent

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Position Overview:

We are seeking an experienced and passionate Director to lead our team. The Director will oversee all aspects of the center's operations, including staff management, program development, and ensuring a safe, enriching environment for children. This role requires strong leadership skills, a deep understanding of early childhood education, and excellent organizational and problem-solving abilities. You will play a crucial role in shaping the future of our organization and making a positive impact on our community.

Requirements:

  • A two-year diploma in Early Childhood Education (ECE III) or equivalent

  • Years of experience in a childcare setting in a leadership or management role

  • Strong knowledge of early childhood education principles and child development

  • Familiarity with current child care regulations and licensing requirements

  • Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills, strong written and verbal communication

  • Ability to use computer programming such as Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, and social media platforms

  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and work effectively under pressure

  • CPR-C and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain)

  • Food Safety certification (or willingness to obtain)

  • Current Criminal Record including Vulnerable Sector Check

Responsibilities:

  • Administration: Oversee daily operations, including budgeting, scheduling, enrolment, while exploring funding opportunities including grant applications

  • Human Resources: Manage recruitment & retention, training, and evaluation of staff. Foster a positive work environment and address any staff-related concerns

  • Program/Child Development: Development of resources, activity planning and adherence to Play & Exploration curriculum

  • Family Support: Build and maintain strong relationships and quality communication with families

  • Professional and Community Involvement: Represent the centre in community activities, facilitate communication through the website and other forms of social media

  • Board Relations: Work closely with the Board of Directors, providing updates and reports on centre operations and goals

Send resume to:
childcaredavidson@gmail.com

Director - Casper’s Early Learning Cooperative Centre

Location: Carrot River

Posting Date: November 5, 2024

Start Date: The position start date may be mutually agreed-upon with the successful candidate. Yearly salary and benefits are negotiable and will be based on education and experience.

Application Deadline: Applications for this position will be accepted until a suitable pool of candidates is established.

Position Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Hours/Shifts: Monday to Friday. 8-hour shifts with a 30 minute or 60 minute unpaid lunch break. Opening shift: 6:15am to 2:45pm/3:15pm
Closing shift: 9:00am/9:30am to 6:00pm
Opening and closing shifts will be shared with the assistant director

Requirements:

  • Early Childhood Education Level 3 Diploma or Degree at a recognized college, university, or equivalent.

  • 3-5+ years experience.

  • Understand and uphold the Ministry's standards for ECE Education

  • Operate the Centre in compliance with the Child Care Regulations, 2015 and the Child Care Act, 2014

  • Understanding of licencing regulations

  • Current Criminal Record Check (within 2 weeks of employment)

  • Current Vulnerable Sector Check (within 2 weeks of employment)

  • Preference given to candidates with driver's license and own vehicle

  • Legally entitled to work in Canada

  • Current First Aid and CPR Level C Training

  • Food Safety Certification is an asset, but not requirement

  • Knowledge of Play and Exploration Curriculum is an asset, but not required

  • Additional director/leadership/supervisory training is an asset, but not required

  • Experience in an early learning and childcare environment

  • Comfortable being on feet, walking, and on the floor with the kids and staff

  • Ensure the provision of quality childcare services which fulfills the philosophy of the Centre

  • Experience with children with diverse needs

  • To administer policies of the Board of Directors by implementing procedures which meet the goals and objectives of the Centre

Basic Responsibilities:

  • Manage the day-to-day operations including:

    • reporting to the Board of Directors

    • hire, supervise, train, and mentor staff

    • modeling proper methods/strategies for staff

    • maintaining proper ratios in the building

    • interaction with parents and community members

    • responsible for providing a safe and stimulating environment where children can develop to their potential: physically, emotionally, intellectually, socially, and creatively.

    • financial responsibilities: grant applications, maintaining full records and reports, invoicing and payroll, manage and oversee budget and accounts

  • The following abilities & skills would be an asset, but are not all required:

    • Strong communication (oral and written), organizational and administrative skills

    • A sound theoretical and practical understanding of typical child development

    • Experience working with a non-profit Board of Directors

    • Experience in record keeping for staff and children

    • Computer skills (Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel)

    • Experience using the Lillio (formerly HiMama) App

    • Management experience and the ability to provide quality leadership to team members

    • Demonstrates a commitment to working in partnership with parents, Board of Directors and co-educators.

    • Ability to supervise 10-15+ employees, trainees, and volunteers

    • Conduct and monitor activity programming designed for young children

    • Guide children in proper development eating, dressing, and toileting habits

    • Arrange transition periods such as lunch, snack, outdoor, and rest times

    • Discuss progress and problems of children or the Centre at staff meetings

    • Ordering supplies and equipment

    • Maintaining daycare supplies and equipment

    • Preparing and following a budget

    • Assess the developmental level of children

    • Provide opportunity for creative expression through the mediums of art, dramatic play and music

    • Provide supervision and guidance of daily activities, field trips and special activities

    • Prepare progress reports and discuss with parents and other staff members

    • Meal planning

    • Understanding of Occupational Health & Safety, Workers Compensation Board, and Public Health

    • Plan and implement programming appropriate to the developmental level of children which embraces the vision and principles of Play and Exploration: Saskatchewan's Early Learning Program Guide

To Apply:
Email resume to caspers.board@outlook.com or mail to Box 984 Carrot River, SK S0E 0L0