Pedagogical Lead

The YMCA of Regina is an Imagine Canada accredited charity established in 1907. Our vision is a community connected & empowered to lead healthy & fulfilling lives. The YMCA of Regina (operating in Regina & Moose Jaw) excels at delivering programming focused on our three pillars of service: community development, childcare & health fitness, & aquatics.

We are seeking a passionate & experienced Pedagogical Lead to oversee the quality programing of the childcare centres in Moose Jaw & provide overall curriculum centred leadership including mentoring and coaching staff & coordinating professional development opportunities.

Responsibilities

Keep up to date records and files as deemed necessary by the Association/CEO/Board & Child Care Regulations.

Performs regular safety checks of the Centres & records findings.

Training of new staff in the YMCA Playing to Learn curriculum & the YMCA Child Safeguarding Protocols.

Applies for & carries out the necessary requirements for special programming and projects (for example, risk assessment, follow up from PTL Assessments).

Participate or attend in the broader community with other childcare or advocacy organizations.

Supervise & evaluate program to ensure that the Child Development Philosophy is maintained.

Develop orientation tools & supports for new parent families.

Refers parent in need of specific supports (EA, etc) to the appropriate supports or agencies.

Support & oversee centre directors at four locations in Moose Jaw.

Job Requirements

Early Childhood Educator Level III issued by the Ministry of Saskatchewan

5 years experience in childcare, administration, management, & staff supervision.

Advanced training in the YMCA Play to Learn curriculum or Play & Exploration Curriculum.

Experience with ASQ, ITERs and ECERs evaluations will be considered an asset.

Excellent leadership & coaching skills

Valid Standard First Aid, CPR Level C Certifications

CRC/VSC