co-ordinator, daycare

Education: College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years. Early childhood education and teaching. or equivalent experience. Work setting: Child care centre. Rural area. Tasks: Develop and implement child-care programs that support and promote the physical, cognitive, emotional and social development of children. Maintain daycare equipment. Supervise staff, trainees or volunteers. Order supplies and equipment. Assist early childhood educators or supervisors in keeping records. Observe children for signs of potential learning or behavioural problems and prepare reports for parents, guardians or supervisor. Discuss progress and problems of children at staff meetings. Knowledge of licensing regulations. Establish guidelines for behaviour. Attend staff meetings to discuss progress and problems of children. Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with co-workers and community service providers working with children. Plan and maintain an environment that protects the health, security and well-being of children. Plan and organize activities for school-age children in child-care programs before and after regular school hours. Supervise and co-ordinate activities of other early childhood educators and early childhood educator assistants. Administrative and office activities. Administer first-aid and other assistance. Recruit and hire staff. Prepare funding and grant applications and proposals. Prepare budgets and payrolls. Maintain financial records. Complete reports. Prepare invoices and bank deposits. Plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards. Prepare agendas and make arrangements for committee, board and other meetings. Consult with government regulatory and licensing agencies to ensure conformance to provincial standards. Participate in staff meetings. Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses : Child development assistant (ECE level 1). Child development supervisor (ECE level 3). Child development worker (ECE level 2). Emergency child care first aid and CPR. First Aid Certificate. CPR Certificate. Area of specialization: Fundraising. Security and safety: Criminal record check. Child Abuse Registry check. Vulnerable sector check. Transportation/travel information: Own transportation. Work conditions and physical capabilities: Repetitive tasks. Attention to detail. Combination of sitting, standing, walking. Personal suitability: Punctuality. Efficient interpersonal skills. Excellent oral communication. Excellent written communication. Judgement. Reliability. Ability to multitask. Screening questions: Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?. Do you have experience working in this field?. Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?. Experience: Experience an asset. Employment terms options: Day. Health benefits: Dental plan. Disability benefits. Health care plan. Paramedical services coverage. Vision care benefits. Financial benefits: Group insurance benefits. Pension plan. Other benefits: Free parking available. On-site daycare available.