Job Description
Assist Facilitators with EarlyON programs in the Westminster catchment area, in community spaces and at Family Centre Westminster.
Work with Facilitators to plan, organize and facilitate new EarlyON programs based on the Ministry of Education's framework for early learning “How Does Learning Happen."
Work with Facilitators to create a playroom experience, off site in community spaces and at the Family Centre Westminster,that sparks curiosity, invites investigation and provides challenges that are responsive to children’s capabilities.
Work with Facilitator to create play-based invitations based on children’s interests using a variety of open-ended materials.
Must be comfortable to engage children and families through telling stories and singing songs in small and large groups. ? Must be comfortable to engage children and families virtually if required.
Establish and maintain strong and collaborative relationships with families, co-workers and community service providers. ? Connect with families, provide support and referrals where appropriate and invite participation from adults to enrich children’s experience. ? Role model positive and appropriate adult-child interactions during programs.
Ensure “How Does Learning Happen?” is being implemented in all EarlyON activities.
Set up and clean up the program space.
Ensure materials/equipment in program space are safe at all times.
Provide all families and children with a culturally safe space to explore and participate in.
Maintain an understanding of current early learning best practices.
Participate in meaningful and continuous professional learning opportunities.
Attend staff meetings and training opportunities.
Operate in accordance with policies, procedures, guidelines and protocols of the SLNRC.
Participate as a member of SLNRC team by furthering collective team goals.
