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Aboriginal Head Start Coordinator

Position Summary:

The Oshki Majahitowiin Head Start is located at 220 Andrews Street. The Head Start Coordinator is responsible for the development and delivery of the The Oshki Majahitowiin Head Start program. The coordinator must provide quality cultural programming for children aged three to six years of age. The coordinator is responsible for the administration of the program including budgeting, program and team leadership, administration, reporting, budgeting and planning. The coordinator is also required to work with the children in different environments and programs; outreach home visiting in the child's home, organizing community events, organizing field trips, organizing workshops for parents.

Qualifications:

Early Childhood Education Diploma
Criminal Records Check and Child Abuse Registry Checks
Valid first aid and CPR
Compliance with immunization program
Demonstrated background in Early Childhood Development
Minimum 3 years' experience in coordinating a childcare setting and staff
Strong leadership skills that promote collaboration and learning
Knowledge and respect of local first nations communities and culture, including urban Aboriginal and Metis people
Ability to maintain secure client file systems and maintain confidentiality
Experience in writing proposals and reporting to funders meeting deadlines
Knowledge of community resources
Ability to effectively use computer programs, such as word, excel, outlook, video conferencing etc.
Understands the Community Care Facilities Act and Licensing regulations
Management or supervisory experience

Your Duties:

Some on your duties & responsibilities include:
Tracks and coordinates budget, completes periodic reports for the funders
Liaises with the office managers, and pertinent community organizations
Understands and has experience around laws and standards pertaining to non-profit organizations, confidentiality and childcare facilities
Recruits, trains and evaluates staff members within the team
Leads and coordinates preschool staff, ensuring all legal and contractual requirements are met
Ensures the program provides an accessible, nurturing culturally sensitive care and education program for young children
Ensures that the The Oshki Majahitowiin Head Program is family friendly and supportive
Commitment to ongoing professional development
Ability to work effectively in a team environment
Excellent interpersonal communication skills
Analytical and observational skills
Ability to multi-task
Self – motivated

Salary

$55,000 per year
Benefits
3 weeks holidays after 1 year

How to Apply
Send your resume by email to: info@andrewsstreetfc.ca

Deadline February 5th 12:00PM
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