Job Information
WoodGreen Community Services Assistant Supervisor (2024-247/248-CCFS) in Toronto, Ontario
Comp #2024-247/248-CCFS Assistant Supervisor
Employment Type: Permanent Full-Time, Non-Bargaining Unit (2 Vacancies)
Work Hours: 35 hours/week
Work Setting: Onsite
Salary: $57,000-$59,200
Application Deadline: June 21, 2024 by 11:59 pm
Who We Are
WoodGreen is a team of diverse and innovative change makers working together to make a difference in our communities. A United Way Anchor Agency with a proven track record and an entrepreneurial mindset, we continuously seek to develop solutions to critical social needs while striving to become a Centre for Equity.
Visit www. woodgreen.org to learn more about who we are and to review our Equity Statement (https://www.woodgreen.org/woodgreen-community-services-equity-statement) .
We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce, representative of the communities we serve. We encourage, and are pleased to consider, applications from Indigenous peoples, racialized persons/persons of colour, women/women identifying, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ persons, and others who contribute towards promoting innovative ideas and solutions.
Program Overview – Child Care & Family Services - Leslieville and Woodfield Child Care Centres
WoodGreen serves over 700 children through seven licensed child care centres in Toronto’s east end. Our curriculum is based on the most up-to-date practices and is designed to respond to each child's individual needs and interests. Committed to continual learning and excellence, we work with a variety of partners to deliver our many services for children and families.
What You Will Do
Acts as Manager in Managements absence, including performing administrative tasks and directing and supervising program staff, students, and volunteers.
Responsible for maintaining legal staff-child ratios and coordinates working closely with supply staff in cases of staff absenteeism.
Responsible for the guidance and care of children in groups and for the planning and implementation of daily programs that enhance the social, physical, intellectual, cognitive, and emotional development of the children.
Responsible for setting reasonable limits according to the child's developmental stage, and for giving appropriate direction, encouragement, and support individually and in groups.
Responsible for recognizing, dealing with, and defining unusual behaviour and, if unable to deal with behaviour successfully, reporting to Management and working with various professional and resource persons to address problems.
Responsible for recording the daily attendance of the children, receiving medical information as required, especially in cases of ongoing absenteeism, and reporting to the appropriate personnel.
Responsible for the daily safety, health, and hygienic conditions of the children.
Responsible for safely escorting children outside of the centre and ensuring that adequate supervision is provided on all outings.
Responsible for written daily reports on children, for completing written assessments and developmental checklists, and for informing parents on an on-going basis regarding children's progress.
Responsible for the upkeep of equipment and furnishings, for informing Management when replenishment is necessary, for sharing housekeeping responsibilities, and for assessing equipment needs and making recommendations regarding purchases.
Responsible for ensuring, in conjunction with other staff, that staff timetables are designed to provide for adequate supervision of children at all times, and to meet all program needs.
In conjunction with the Manager, ensures that parent fees are properly collected, recorded, and deposited.
What You Bring to the Team
Undergraduate degree/diploma (ECE) or equivalent plus related specialized training in the field of Early Childhood Education including training in the area Pedagogical Leadership.
Current registration with the College of Early Childhood Educators (RECE).
Valid Standard First Aid/CPR-C.
Five 5+ years’ experience working with young children and their families.
Minimum 1 year management experience preferred, including supervisory experience within a unionized environment.
WoodGreen is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free selection process and work environment. If contacted in relation to an employment opportunity, please advise our People & Culture representatives at careers@woodgreen.org of the accommodation measures required. Information received relating to accommodation will be addressed confidentially.
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