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• Completed High School, plus specialized courses up to six (6) months
• Early Childhood Education Diploma, registered with the College of Early Childhood Educators of Ontario preferred
• Current First Aid and CPR Certification
• Alternative combinations of education and experience may be considered

EXPERIENCE AND KNOWLEDGE:

• Minimum of three (3) months of prior related experience, including working with children in a childcare or school environment
• Working knowledge of the CCEYA

SKILLS AND CAPABILITIES:

• Ability and willingness to develop an understanding and support for the mission and purpose of The Salvation Army in Canada and its implications as related to position responsibilities
• Excellent interpersonal skills, and adaptability. Ability to work independently and participate as an active and responsible team member in a cooperative team environment
• Effective organizational and time management skills
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Attention to detail, problem solving and analytical skills. Self-motivation and discipline
• Strong sense of integrity and confidentiality with professional ethics and a balanced sense of fairness and flexibility
• Ability to undergo applicable screening and background checks successfully that are satisfactory to The Salvation Army, in its sole discretion (i.e., The Salvation Army Abuse Registry) and provide an original copy of a Background Check with vulnerable sector screening
• Ability and willingness to develop an understanding and support for the mission and purpose of The Salvation Army in Canada and its implications as related to position responsibilities

Interested applicants must respond in writing with a cover letter and resume. The Salvation Army offers accommodation for applicants with disabilities in its recruitment process. If you are contacted to participate in an interview or screening process, please advise us if you require accommodation. We thank all applicants, however, only those candidates to be interviewed will be contacted. You must advise your managing supervisor of your intentions prior to submitting your application. #J-18808-Ljbffr