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School Age Program Administrator

by Milestones Children's Centre

Position Type: Full-time
Location: St. Thomas, Ontario
Date Posted: Feb 08, 2016
Experience: 2 Years
Education: College Diploma (2 years)
Milestones Children's Centre

Job Description

Organization: Milestones Children’s Centre
Sector: Not-for-profit
Position Title: School Age Administrator
Position Type: Full Time, Salaried  
Position start date: March 2016
Pay Range: $32,260.80 - $39,811.20
Location: St. Thomas, ON

Details
 
Profile
For more than ­­­20 years Milestones Children’s Centre has dedicated itself to the care and learning experiences of children aged birth to 12 years in a safe environment.  Our programs enrich the emotional, social, physical and intellectual growth of each child.
We are currently seeking a School Age Administrator who can lead and implement our vision, values and strategic direction within the scope of the position. 

Job Overview
To provide leadership for all aspects related to the successful operation of the School Age Programs ensuring that the Child Care and Early Years Act, 2014 and the policies and procedures of Milestones Children’s Centre are provided for while working within the framework of the Vision, Mission and Value Statement of Milestones Children’s Centre.


Requirements

Expectations: Have a clear understanding of How Does Learning Happen? and the Child Care and Early Years Act, 2014
                      Have strong skill sets in the areas of verbal and written communication as well as supervision of others.
                      Have a sound working knowledge of child growth and development.

Experience:   Minimum of 2 years in a Child Care Centre.     
                
Education:      Registered Early Childhood Educator
                       Standard First Aid and CPR-C
                       Safe Food Handling

Clearance:     Criminal Reference Check (Vulnerable Sector) dated within the last 6 months.
                                 

Key Responsibilities

This position reports directly to the Program Manager and Operations Manager in the areas of:

Program Development:  oversee the development and implementation of program plans by the Educators, ensuring required expectations are followed and that programming and environments are appropriate and evaluated on an ongoing basis.
 
Human Resources:  in conjunction with the second School Age Administrator, the incumbent would be jointly responsible for directly supervising Educators to ensure that quality care is provided and policies and procedures are followed.  Additionally, the successful candidate will provide support and guidance to Educators, while maintaining positive relationships, and provide ongoing feedback and recommendations through formal and informal performance reviews.
 
Financial Responsibility:  adhering to the annual budget regarding needs for trips, events, visitors, toys, equipment, staffing, other expenditures and projected enrolment.
 
Health and Safety: ensuring all Educators are adhering to health regulations as defined in the Child Care and Early Years Act, 2014, Elgin-St. Thomas Public Health, the Fire Department and MCC policies and procedures
 
Administration:  responsibilities in policy review, maintaining licensing expectations, report writing, registration and orientation of new families, preparation and maintenance of children’s files and employee’s performance related files
 
Community Relations: establish and maintain relationships within the organization and the community through interactions at Milestones Children’s Centre and participating on relevant committees.
 

Skills Required
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal and presentation skills
  • Ability to evaluate program effectiveness and employee performance.
  • Computer literacy and demonstrated proficiency in MS Office-Excel, Word, Outlook
 
Contact Information
Please email cover letter and a resume outlining your experience and education including references by February 22, 2016. Please indicate the position title in the subject line.

We will contact only those applicants deemed suitable for an interview.

Send to: Christie Popescu, Operations Manager, Milestones Children’s Centre at: cpopescu@milestonescc.ca