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Programs Leader (Level 2 or 3 Early Childhood Educator)

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Closing Date: Position Type: Non Permanent Compensation: $21.19-$24.57 plus ECE workforce support funding for hours worked directly with childrenWork Location: On-site
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The Role

We have an exciting opportunity for highly motivated Programs Leader (Early Childhood Educator Level 2 or 3) to join our Recreation & Programs team. Reporting to the Programs Team Leader, this role is ideal for someone who is caring, creative, and energetic, with a passion for supporting the social, emotional, and developmental needs of children in a recreational environment. The Programs Leader will contribute to the planning and delivery of safe, inclusive, and engaging play-based learning experiences across a variety of programs, including licensed out-of-school care, day camps, and early learning environments. The goal is to create meaningful opportunities that promote lifelong learning, healthy development, and active lifestyles.

A Program Leader is responsible for:

  • Planning daily and weekly activities based on pre-determined themes, ages of participants and available facilities and supplies;
  • Preparing written program plans for submission to and approval by the Team Leader prior to the delivery of activities;
  • Communicating questions and concerns to the Team Leader addressing the quality of the day camp program or behavioral issues;
  • Providing administrative assistance to the Team Leader through completion of lesson plans, attendance sheets, incident reports, supply and evaluation forms;
  • Promoting the program to the parents and participants through verbal and written communication; 
  • Delivering programs that are responsive to both individual and group needs and interests;
  • Preparing and organizing craft and activity supplies and managing equipment inventory, ensuring supplies and equipment are stored appropriately at the end of each day;
  • Provide leadership to volunteers who assist in program delivery, direct volunteers in daily functions; 
  • Attending Programs Leader training and scheduled Programs meetings;
  • Provide support for KinderCare Babysitting Service, youth activities and/or other general programming;
  • Participating in events and special projects as required. 
     

Job description

Opportunity Details

Job Posting ID
1726NP
Hours of Work
Varies - Up to 37.5 per week, may include evenings and weekends
Number of Openings
10
Standby Rotation Required
No
Driver's Abstract Required
No
Police Record Check Required
Yes, including vulnerable sector

What we offer

  • Career development
  • Competitive salary

What you Bring

Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying.  A typical way to qualify is equivalency to:

  • High school diploma
  • Early Childhood Educator Certificate level 2 or higher would be considered an asset
  • Education in a related field or comparable mix of education and experience
  • Previous related experience working with children
  • Intermediate first aid certification is required
     

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI)

Equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) is essential to achieving the Town of Okotoks’ strategic plan. We encourage applications from women, Indigenous Peoples, racialized people, people with disabilities, people from gender and sexually diverse communities, and/or people with intersectional identities. The Town of Okotoks aims to build independence, dignity, integration and equality of opportunity into all aspects of the Town’s work culture.

How to apply

Pre-employment Requirements:
Candidates who progress to final stages of the recruitment process will be required to provide proof of education and designation along with a favorable criminal record check and a driver’s abstract.
 

How to Apply: 
Applicants are invited to submit a resume online through our career section, we will be interviewing while the posting is open so candidates are encouraged to apply early. Postings close at midnight on the closing date listed below. We will not be able to accept late applications.
The Town of Okotoks is an inclusive workplace and welcomes applications from all qualified applicants. Only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.
 

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Accommodations

The Town is dedicated to cultivating a workplace that embraces respect, inclusivity, and equity, mirroring the diverse community we serve. Upholding the core values of Diversity, Equity, Inclusiveness, and Accessibility is our unwavering commitment. The Town of Okotoks prides itself on being an inclusive workplace, inviting applications from all qualified candidates. 

  • We will provide an accessible experience for applicants. We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, beginning with the recruitment process. 
  • If you have restrictions that need to be accommodated to fully participate in any phase of the recruitment process, please contact us through our online contact form.  
  • All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.
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