Completes documentation required by The YMCA Academy, the Ministry of Education and by the YMCA of Greater Toronto in a timely manner.
Participates in YMCA Academy co-curricular activities and philanthropic activities of the YMCA of Greater Toronto (e.g. Annual Sweat For Good Challenge; Homework Club; social/skills after-school clubs).
Demonstrates appropriate behaviours in line with our Mission, Vision and Values as reflected in our YMCA competencies; takes a member focused approach to increase their understanding of programs offered across the Association. Represents the YMCA and the Association in a professional manner.
Ensures the health, safety and well-being of all children, youth and vulnerable people in YMCA programs. Commits to the professional responsibility of maintaining knowledge of legislation, policies and procedures, child and youth development and best practices to best serve and protect children, youth, and vulnerable people.
Understands the legal responsibilities and moral imperative to report suspected child abuse to Child Protection Services.
Understands the importance of the volunteer staff partnership and integrates the value of philanthropy and volunteerism in dealings with members, volunteers, donors and staff.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Bachelor of Education and Ontario College of Teachers certification required
Member in good standing with the Ontario College of Teachers
Minimum of Special Education Part I is required
Junior/Intermediate or Intermediate/Senior teaching qualifications
Demonstrated experience in and enthusiasm for working with youth with learning disabilities, social/emotional needs, and/or language processing challenges who are under-performing or who are disengaged from their learning process
Demonstrated experience teaching online
Knowledge of current curricular trends, use of manipulatives and assistive technologies
Experience in print and electronic media in an educational setting
Experience in non-traditional teaching environments and an appreciation for teaching the whole person
Solid interpersonal skills coupled with ingenuity and flexibility for responding to the multiple demands of students, parents, colleagues, partners, sponsors, supporting YMCA program staff; understanding of parent as customer
Able to work within the complexities of a large, not-for-profit charitable organization
Well-developed interpersonal, and relationship building skills; ability to establish rapport and excellent communication with students, parents/guardians, staff and volunteers
Excellent written communication skills
Some evening and weekend work as required: e.g. Parent/Teacher interviews, Open Houses, Parent Socials, and so on.
Commitment to working in a socially inclusive environment responding with sensitivity and personal awareness to the diverse needs of members including visible and non-visible dimensions of diversity
The position requires the following Core Association and Leadership Competencies: advanced competence in: Effective Interpersonal Communications; Leadership; Ethics and Self-Management; Relationship Building and Partnering; Results Focused; Teamwork and Collaboration; Being Member Focused; Valuing Diversity and Social Inclusion; fundamental competence in: Association Management and Stewardship; Building Community Relationships and Resources; Cross Functional Integration; Leadership; People Management; Planning and Initiative; Strategic Orientation and Change Management.
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