PJ Leader (6 Sessions, Temporary) – EMETemployment

Job Title: PJ Leader (6 Sessions, Temporary)

Location: Vaughan, ON

Job Description: PJ Leader (6 Sessions, Temporary)
Job Order ID: 8066
Employment Type: Yearly Salary
Web Publication Date: 12/18/2024 12:00:00 AM
Number of Positions: 1
Job Location: Vaughan
Brief Description:PJ Program Leader needed for Synagogue & SchoolPJ Plus is an 8-to 10-week program in which children aged 1.5 through 3 and their parents (or grandparents) participate in a fun and meaningful program with a specially designed curriculum based on PJ Library books!It focuses on Jewish holidays, Shabbat, Israel, and Jewish values. The program will run for six one-hour sessions. Through a curriculum based on Jewish themes, children and parents will engage in hands-on activities, including storytelling based on PJ Library books, arts and crafts, music, movement, puppets, and more. Take-home activities will provide optional continued learning opportunities for the family.Job Function:PJ PLUS LEADER GENERAL DESCRIPTION:The PJ Plus teachers will be the front-line implementers of the carefully developed PJ Plus curriculum, providing exceptional educational experiences and outstanding customer service to parents and their children enrolled in the PJ Plus programs.KEY RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Deliver engaging, interactive lessons from a pre-written PJ Plus curriculum that stimulates learning for both parents and children.
• Utilizes a variety of teaching methods and multimedia to create variety and interest.
• Sets up classroom and activity centres; clean up afterwards.
• Adapt lessons as required based on the needs of the participants and the flow of the day.
• Assists the child in developing emotionally, socially, intellectually and physically.
• Promotes a positive Jewish attitude, and a love of Judaism and provides experiences of the lifecycle and holiday events shared by each family.
• Interacts with parents providing a welcoming and nurturing environment.
• Follows up on feedback from parents, listening to and understanding their learning and social needs.
• Attends regular planning and evaluation meetings with PJ Plus Coordinator.
• Advises the PJ Plus Coordinator if unable to conduct class in ample time to find a replacement.
• Acts as an ambassador for the PJ Plus program and the JCCs of Greater Toronto; cross-promoting other programs/events as needed.

Job Requirement:KEY REQUIREMENTS INCLUDE:

• Registration with the Ontario College of Early Childhood Education or Certification as an Ontario accredited teacher, primary/junior division preferred.
• Minimum of two years of ECE classroom experience or equivalent, ages 18 months – 3 years.
• Comfort and demonstrated experience running programs with parent presence and involvement.
• Valid Ontario Vulnerable Sector Police Clearance.
• Excellent interpersonal skills: great attitude, warm, friendly, flexible and positive “can-do” attitude.
• Superior English language and presentation skills; strong ability to persuade and engage an audience.
• Ability to creatively problem-solve and proactively deliver excellent customer service and programming.
• Detail-oriented, ability to multi-task effectively; maintain a high level of participant engagement.
• Knowledge of Jewish culture, traditions, Israel and community is a must.
• Ability to sing songs in English and Hebrew.
• The ability to speak Russian, Hebrew, Spanish or other languages is not required but an asset.

Contact Details:Please do not include a cover letter with your application unless specified in the Job Posting.Only those candidates being considered for the position will be contacted.

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