IRCOM Child Care Program Assistant Manager
Early Childhood Educator (ECE) II
August 2018

Position Summary

Under the supervision of the Child Care Program Manager (CCPM), the Child Care Program (CCP) Assistant Manager is an ECE II who will assist in leading a team of Child Care Assistants and ECEs to provide quality child care for newcomer children whose parents are participating in settlement and social programs. The CCP Assistant Manager will perform administrative tasks required to support the smooth operation of the child care program as well as provide direct and indirect support to team members to help empower and support them in implementing a responsive, accepting, and developmentally appropriate program for the children and families we work with.

The ideal candidate is experienced, thrives in a multicultural environment and is committed to IRCOM’s core values of integration, inclusion, social justice and empowerment. The ideal candidate works in a way that is people-centered, holistic and partnership based.

Objective

The Child Care Program Assistant Manager ensures the provision of quality care for newcomer children by planning, implementing and administering age appropriate programs in accordance with the Care for Newcomer Children (CNC) regulations for children aged 3 months – 12 years in off-site and on-site, non-licensed settings.

Duties and Responsibilities

Program Planning and Implementation

• Work with minimal supervision across multiple sites with Child Care Assistants in providing front line programs, including planning and delivery of age appropriate activities for children aged 6 months to 12 years, with particular focus on the 6 months to 6 years age group
• Implement CNC Guidelines, developed and monitored by Childminding, Monitoring, Advisory and Support (CMAS), to provide a high quality program that is safe, healthy, and developmentally appropriate for newcomer children
• Set up, take down and rotate equipment and materials in the roll away program as needed
• Room arrangement, organizing, tidying, and cleaning within childcare spaces, as well as providing direction to other staff to do so
• Help fill any staffing gaps as needed.

Child Care Program Administration

• Develop and maintain child care staff program schedules, including problem solving around staff absences/ scheduling conflicts
• Assist as needed with completing time sheets for the CCP team, ensuring they are accurately completed and submitted to payroll on time
• Assist in program participant registration, tracking information and data entry
• Discuss children’s progress or concerns with CCPM, parents and other staff as needed
• Oversee allergies and special requirements within the program and that information and training is available and shared with those needed in a timely and effective way
• Be a resource within the program in providing supervision, mentoring, training, and in house professional development to the child care team, volunteers, and community partners.
• In consultation with the CCPM plan, purchase and organize supplies
• Provide input or lead special projects
• Report on a daily basis to the CCPM regarding issues of need and/or concerns
• Submit monthly narrative reports to the CCPM
• Attend regular Child Care Program meetings, IRCOM staff meetings, as well as other internal and external meetings as required

General Duties

• Develop relationships with newcomer children, youth, and their families and be a positive role model.
• Work with team members to create a positive environment by utilizing effective, open and positive communication skills
• Develop strong relationships with the Child Care staff, participants and families, and the broader IRCOM team
• Adhere to IRCOM’s policies and procedures
• Other duties as assigned by Child Care Program Manager or designate

Qualifications

• See IRCOM’s statement on working at IRCOM: http://www.ircom.ca/aboutus/employmentopportunities/
• An Early Childhood Education Level II or III Diploma is required plus a minimum of 4 years working with children in a childcare setting.
• Valid Criminal Record Check, and clear Child Abuse Registry Check, First Aid and CPR Certificate
• Excellent cross cultural, team management, supervisory and leadership skills
• Ability to effectively work with people from diverse cultural backgrounds
• Sensitivity to the needs and concerns of newcomer families
• Positive attitude and friendly manner
• Ability to adapt to change, accept interruptions, and to solve problems creatively
• Multi-task, problem solve and work constructively in stressful situations
• Strong communication skills in English (written and oral)
• Newcomer experience is an asset
• Knowledge of a second language is an asset
• Previous understanding of Provincial Licensing or CMAS requirements is an asset but not required

Hours of Work: This is a full-time position to a maximum of 37.5 hours per week with an annual shut down (July and August off). The CCP Assistant Manager’s hours will take place predominantly during IRCOM business hours between 9am and 6:30pm, however, staff will be required to work some evenings and weekends as required by the program.

Salary: $20.53/hour

Benefits: The CCP Assistant Manager position includes dental and extended health benefits, a paid winter holiday break between Christmas Day and New Year’s Day, some paid vacation during the annual shut down, paid planning time, a great working atmosphere in a community based setting with families new to Canada.

Submitting an Application

Your cover letter and resume must clearly indicate how you meet the qualifications.

IRCOM is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Interested applicants can identify themselves as belonging in any of the following groups: women, Indigenous people, refugees, immigrants, visible minorities, persons with a disability or any other groups that are typically under-represented in the workplace.

To apply for this position please submit your résumé and cover letter by August 20 by 12 NOON to:

Office Administrator
95 Ellen Street
Winnipeg, Manitoba R3A 1S8
Email: irenes at ircom.ca
Fax: 204.943.4810

We thank all who apply. Please be advised that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Website: www.ircom.ca