Overview
Plan, deliver, and assess developmentally appropriate Kindergarten instruction in literacy, numeracy, and other curricular areas. Establish and maintain a safe, welcoming, structured classroom environment that supports learning and school readiness. Implement play-based and inquiry-based instructional approaches to support foundational academic and social-emotional development. Monitor student progress through ongoing observation and assessment and use results to inform instructional planning. Respond to individual learning, behavioural, and developmental needs using appropriate classroom practices and supports. Promote positive behaviour, social skills, and emotional regulation within the classroom and school environment. Collaborate with colleagues and student support personnel to implement accommodations and support diverse learning needs. Maintain regular communication with parents regarding student progress and classroom activities. Participate in professional learning, co-curricular activities, and other duties associated with the teaching role. Coordinate the daily operation of the Junior Kindergarten program and support delivery of a high-quality early learning environment. Implement and monitor policies, procedures, and practices in accordance with applicable licensing, regulatory, and school requirements. Maintain accurate and complete program documentation (developmental observations, attendance records, student information). Ensure compliance with health, safety, and licensing standards and maintain readiness for inspections or audits. Provide day-to-day leadership, supervision, and support to Early Childhood Educators, Early Childhood Education Assistants, and Responsible Adults. Prepare schedules, assign responsibilities, and coordinate staffing resources aligned with program needs and approved budget parameters. Collaborate with school leadership and internal departments to support student transitions, enrolment processes, and family engagement. Support program promotion, prospective family engagement, and student intake processes (including open houses as required). Contribute to program planning, implementation, evaluation, and continuous improvement activities. Provide pedagogical guidance, coaching, and mentorship to educators in curriculum planning, inquiry-based learning, and early years practice. Facilitate collaboration among educators and support professional learning opportunities for staff and parents. Participate in meetings, performance review processes, school events, and other duties associated with the coordination function
