Family and Early Childhood Educator

• Completion of a university degree or post-secondary institution in Early Childhood or a related field

Experience  

• Minimum experience of 3 years of related experience
• Facilitator Certification in Group Triple P parenting course is an asset
• Experience in the public-school system (K-2) considered an asset
• Experience in working with young families

Skills

• Strong work ethic
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Able to work independently and collaboratively
• Non-judgemental
• Organized with strong management skills
• Strong coping and stress reduction skills
• Ability to communicate effectively and clearly – verbally and written
• Ability to meet and deal with a variety of persons

Special Job Requirements/Training

• Must pass criminal background check and SD check as per Headstart requirements
• Certified in standard First Aid and CPR
• Use of own vehicle with passenger insurance
• Read and understand the Employee Policy Handbook
• Maintain confidentiality of information related to children, families, centre and staff
• Read and understand various documents as per Headstart requirements
• Bilingualism in French and English considered an asset
• Working knowledge of mental health illnesses and addictions

• Interpret the services and programs of the agency to the community
• Develop an awareness and understanding of the education and non-educational needs of children, families, and the community resources to help meet or support their needs
• Develop and nurture relationships between the agency, children, families, and community
• Serve as an advocate for the rights and needs of children
• Assist families in connecting to resources and support

Program

• Develop and maintain family action plans
• Assist parents in developing individualized goals and objectives for their child and themselves
• Support and maintain a relationship with parents and children
• Conduct ongoing assessments of child development, family needs, and community resource utilization
• Assist in setting goals and objectives for the care and development of children with their parents
• Serve as a witness in Family Court as requested
• Assist in the development of new services and programs
• Attend scheduled meetings as required
• Participate in special events as required
• Regularly share anecdotes, observations, and interests of children with full-time teachers

Personnel

• Work collaboratively with colleagues, families, and the community
• Ensure the use of effective communication with the team, colleagues, families, and the community
• Participate in staff meetings as required
• Be professional, reflective, and intentional when working with children, the team, colleagues, families, and the community

All other duties required as necessary

• Team Setting
• Flexible work hours when necessary for the benefit of families and the agency
• Traveling when required
• Exposure to the elements when required
• Varied work environments including but not limited to professional settings, schools, and high-risk environments
• Working with challenging behaviours
• Occasionally in a high-stress environment

• Active listening to others