QUALIFICATIONS:

• Completion of Grade 12 graduation and Diploma/Certificate in Early Childhood Education.
  Ability to work effectively with a variety of parents, children, volunteers, professionals and community members
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  Knowledge of child development, family dynamics, community resources and early learning
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  Candidates will have experience in a variety of Early Childhood Education settings, working with diverse populations
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  Experience in creating, planning, implementing and budgeting for a parent participation early learning program
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  Strong verbal and written communication skills
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  Good organization and planning skills
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  Knowledge of the socio-economic characteristics of the local community
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• Holder of a Child Safe First Aid Certificate.
  
  RESPONSIBLE TO: School Principal or Vice Principal and District Principal

Performance Responsibilities:

• Ensure that the programs and activities are developed and maintained in response to provincial guidelines, such as the Early Learning Framework
• Create a family-friendly, equal access environment that provides safety and security for children
• Maintain detailed, daily program statistics
• Record monthly and quarterly statistics for the school district and Ministry of Education
• Produce reports and work plans in cooperation with the school district, as required
• Attend meetings that pertain to Strong Start, as required
• Work closely with and understand the requirements of the school personnel, the school district and Ministry of Education policy and procedures
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with community partners
• Meet with local Early Childhood Development staff on a regular basis for support and information exchange
• Promote the Strong Start program, as required
• Promote awareness of quality early learning and child care services
• Develop the program to address pre-literacy skills development
• Purchase supplies, as necessary
• Make budget recommendation