Coordinator/Teacher of Alternate School
PURPOSE OF THE POSITION
To coordinate and animate a program designed to give preschool children and their parents a head-start in the school system, focusing on the needs and best interests of low-income families.
MAJOR REPSONSIBILITIES
· Through the “Alternate School”, provide a preschool head-start program 5 days a week for 2–5-year-olds in a safe and fun environment. – 65%
· Ensure integration of parents to the program, providing opportunities for hands-on experience, supervision, and feedback. – 15%
· To carry out evaluation and progress reports for children and their parents, identifying areas of strength, potential and difficulty. – 10%
· During the summer months, to provide assistance with other Saint Columba House programs (i.e. Summer Day Camp) 10%
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
· In possession of qualifications to carry out early childhood educational programs, with knowledge of up-to-date pedagogical programs and resources to enhance children’s literacy, language acquisition and numeracy skills as well as their social skills.
· Good administrative and computer literacy skills.
· Ability to oversee, supervise and support participating parents, staff and volunteers.
· Ability to work with children presenting behavioral problems and special needs.
· Good understanding of the socio-economic conditions, challenges and strengths of families living in economically disadvantaged circumstances. Familiarity with the community of Point Saint Charles and its educational institutions would be an asset.
· Ability to relate to and collaborate with outside resources and institutions in a productive and mutually beneficial way. Understanding of the importance of partnerships in the delivery of effective educational services within the community.
· Good spoken and written English and French language skills
· Demonstrated commitment to and understanding of principles of social justice.
JOB CONDITIONS
Status: Preventative and maternity leave replacement of 18 months plus starting as soon as possible.
Working Hours: 30 hours per week (Monday through Friday 8:30 pm to 2:30).
Salary: 22$/hour
Send CV by September 22 2023 to Emilie Jacques, family programs coordinator
Saint Columba House 2365 Grand Trunk, Montreal, Quebec. H3K 1M8
[email protected]
Residents of Point Saint Charles are encouraged to apply.
Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 18 months
Salary: From $22.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Discounted or free food
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- Early childhood education: 1 year (preferred)
Language:
- English and French (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 2023-09-22
Expected start date: 2023-10-02
