EarlyON Program Facilitator

Employment Services Elgin; Canada; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A community service organization is looking for an EarlyON Program Facilitator in Canada, responsible for providing programs to support families and children. This part-time role offers 28 hours per week at $24.75 per hour, plus benefits. Candidates should have a diploma in Early Childhood Education, First Aid & CPR certification, and experience working with children. The successful candidate will engage with families, facilitate programs, and maintain safety standards. The position requires flexibility, a valid driver's license, and good communication skills.

Qualifications

• Must have a diploma or degree in Early Childhood Education and be registered with the College of ECE’s in good standing.
• Current First Aid & CPR Certificate or ability to obtain.
• Minimal 1-year experience working directly with families and children (from birth-6 years).

Responsibilities

• Provide programs and services to support parents and professionals.
• Facilitate age-specific programs and special events.
• Engage parents in discussions regarding their child’s development.

Skills

Experience working with families and children

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Diploma or degree in Early Childhood Education

Job description

Overview

Employment Opportunity – EarlyON Program Facilitator. This is a permanent part-time position with Tiny Tots. The organization has provided support, programs, services, and learning opportunities to parents since 1978, facilitating playgroups, programs, workshops, and services that build relationships with families and enrich parents’ understanding of early learning and development.

Tiny Tots welcomes families into literacy-rich environments that foster child-led, inquiry-based learning using best practices outlined in "How Does Learning Happen?" Ontario’s Pedagogy for the Early Years and emergent curriculum as the cornerstone of service delivery.

Position Details

Employment type: Part-time

Work hours/Week: Part-time hours, 28 hours/week, occasional evening/weekend shifts

Salary: $24.75 per hour, plus 10% of pay in lieu of benefits, plus mileage to outreach locations

Reports to: EarlyON Supervisor

Position Summary

EarlyON Facilitators are responsible for providing programs and services to support and strengthen parents and professionals so that all children may reach their full potential. Facilitators may work in a variety of EarlyON programs including main centre and community (mobile/outreach/outdoor) programs.

What this position has to offer

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to make an impact and gain unique work experience by:

• Interacting with children and their parents/caregivers during play and inquiry-based learning
• Facilitating age-specific programs and special events
• Engaging parents/caregivers in discussions regarding their child’s development and learning
• Facilitating online, outdoor, outreach, mobile, and in-centre programs in line with health and safety guidelines
• Supporting families/caregivers by providing agency referrals and contact information
• Working with partners to enhance services to families and promote programs
• Setting up environments/programs to reflect effective practices that are inclusive, accessible, appropriate and safe
• Undertaking housekeeping duties such as cleaning and disinfecting toys, washing equipment, and laundry
• Conducting administrative duties including welcoming families for each visit and maintaining program attendance records, conducting orientations with new families; providing and documenting referrals; may include data entry of participants and outreach efforts; responding to voicemail and e-mail messages
• Attending staff meetings and professional learning opportunities

Qualifications

• Must have a diploma or degree in Early Childhood Education and be registered with the College of ECE’s in good standing
• Current First Aid & CPR Certificate or ability to obtain
• Minimal 1-year experience working directly with families and children (from birth-6 years)
• Acceptable Vulnerable Criminal Reference Check
• Ability to work flexible hours and act independently
• Possession of a valid Driver’s License, and a safe driving record and access to independent reliable transportation
• Up-to-date immunizations required by Public Health, Ministry of Education, Tiny Tots
• Ability to use frequent light to medium physical effort: lifting to 20 kg (44 lbs.), bending, and stooping
• Ability to be reliable, flexible, professional, and positive
• Ability to adapt to meeting program expectations remotely
• Ability to effectively manage time to meet program expectations
• Skilled at collaboration while working remotely
• Knowledge and experience of video conferencing technologies
• Follow in-centre Health and Safety regulations in all work environments
• Follow all policies and procedures in all work environments
• Knowledge of related community resources in western Elgin County (Dutton to Rodney)
• Good organizational, interpersonal and communications skills
• Sensitivity and respect towards cultural and individual differences

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Employment decisions are made based on experience, skills, attributes, and qualifications. Should the applicant require any accommodations during the application process please contact us.

How to Apply

HOW TO APPLY:

Please ensure to include your resume and cover letter when applying. Send to [e-mail].

Applicants who are selected to move forward in the application process will be contacted by email.