Company:
Comox Valley Aboriginal Head Start
Details:
Start date: As soon as possible and the wage is $3,300/ per month during the school months.
OVERVIEW OF COORDINATOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND COMPETENCIES:
• Tracks and manages budgets, complete reports to funders
• Liaise with office manager, funders, BOD and pertinent community organizations.
• Familiarity with laws and standards pertaining to non-profit organizations, confidentiality and childcare facilities
• Recruits, trains and evaluates staff
• Leads and coordinates preschool staff, ensuring all legal and contractual requirements are met
• Ensures the AHS Preschool provides an accessible, nurturing, culturally sensitive care and education program for young children, consistent with the philosophy and guidelines stated in our policy and procedures manual and follows the AHS Principals and Guidelines
• Ensures that Comox Valley AHS Preschool is family-friendly and supportive
Qualifications & Experience:
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS:
• Demonstrated background in Early Childhood Development
• 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 effectively use computer programs, such as Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
• Ability to track, monitor and develop budgets
• Understanding of the Community Care Facilities Act and Licensing regulations
• Management or supervisory experience pertaining to a childcare facility
• Ability to maintain secure client file systems and maintain confidentiality
• Experience in writing proposals and reporting to funders meeting deadlines
• Knowledge of community resources
• A valid childcare First Aid certificate
• A clear criminal record check for vulnerable persons
• Medical clearance from a physician stating that physically, mentally and emotionally capable of working with young children. TB testing may be required.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development
• ECE Certificate or Diploma and license to practice in British Columbia is an asset