Job - ECE Newcom er Children

Early Childhood Educator Level II – Infant Room




River Heights

Job Overview:


To provide quality care with a child-centred approach to the children participating in the Childcare for Newcomer Children (CNC) program ensuring health and safety. The Infant Room Child Care Worker in the English as an Additional Language Program is responsible for the care of children aged 6 – 18 months in a parent-on-site, license-not-required setting.

Role and Responsibilities:


 Follow all CNC requirements



 In collaboration with the childcare team, develop a multicultural and age-appropriate programme for children of parents attending the EAL program

 Prepare the room before the children arrive and secure everything before leaving

 Interact directly with the children in playing, singing, reading, exercising, crafts

 Create an environment that fosters positive self-concept and reflects the cultural diversity of the children

 Work with the other staff members to plan and implement activities which will support and encourage English language learning while valuing and maintaining the first language

Qualifications:


 Early Childhood Education Level II Diploma or in the process of training with completion expected before March 31, 2014



 Valid First Aid Certificate – Level B CPR

 Valid Criminal Record Check, and clear Child Abuse Registry Check

 Experience working with Infants aged 6 months – 18 months

 Strong planning, organizational, and communication skills

 Ability/experience working in a multicultural environment

 Knowledge of a language other than English an asset

 Sensitivity to the needs and concerns of immigrant families

 Strength stamina and ability to work with active, young children

 Demonstrated strong ability to work as a member of a small team

Job Details:


 Location: River Heights – Bethel Mennonite Church 465 Stafford Avenue



 Schedule: 10 hours per week from September – June with unpaid school breaks. M/T/Th/F

mornings from 9:00-11:30 a.m.

 Salary: $17.05-$18.63 per hour

How to Apply:


Please mail, or email résumé and cover letter by Monday, February 17, 2014 to:

Val Cavers

Mosaic – Newcomer Family Resource Network

397 Carlton Street

Winnipeg, MB R3B 2K9

info@mosaicnet.ca


We appreciate all applications; however, only short listed applicants will be contacted

Cultural Appropriation - Yellowface effect

There is something particularly hurtful when one of the most important cultural institutions in Winnipeg invites Orientalism, fetishization, and stereotyping in the name of charity. This is what is happening with the Winnipeg Art Gallery’s upcoming “Big in Japan” Art & Soul Gala (February 22, 2014), where attendees are encouraged to “throw on a kimono and celebrate everything Japanese,” “embrace their inner ninja,” and “Dress in theme or cocktail attire” with the reminder to “keep it in good taste.” I’ll mention that these descriptions come from an edited version; an earlier narrative also referenced “geisha girls,” the Yakuza, and David Suzuki – a Canadian public figure.
 read the rest of the article here:

http://jenny-heijun-wills.tumblr.com/

Time to chill with a little laughter

Charter of Rights and how it would Impact Muslim Women

http://www.theglobeandmail.com/news/national/former-supreme-court-justices-offer-conflicting-views-of-quebecs-secular-charter/article16747791/

Ms. L’Heureux-Dubé does not think the ban on religious gear would affect religious rights.
She argues that faith is a person’s private state of mind and that wearing a head scarf, a kippa or a crucifix can be prohibited since it is only a way to display devotion.
“In my opinion, religion is foremost an internal commitment,” she said. “Religious signs are part of the displaying of religious beliefs, and not part of the practice of religion. All state employees are subject to standards of loyalty and restrictions on their freedom of political speech, which was upheld by the courts. Why would the freedom of religious expression be different?”

while Ms Arbour says

Let us remember how easy it is to restrict the freedom of others, especially when this initiative comes at no cost to those who advocate it,” Ms. Arbour said in the piece.
Noting that the policy would affect mainly female Muslims, she wrote: “It is particularly odious to put the burden on already marginalized women whose access to employment is a key factor to gain autonomy and integration

Racism rears its ugly head in Montreal

The hijab-wearing woman was unfortunately was allegedly killed when her scarf got stuck on a subway was the target of hateful comments by some people in Montreal. This does not sound like Canada at all, land of the multicultural mosaic.   This is very sad day indeed.
Read this article please:


http://www.thestar.com/opinion/commentary/2014/02/04/quebecs_xenophobic_moment.html

Knowledge is Power - Be powerful

A reminder that IIWR-Manitoba welcomes you to a general meeting on Monday, February the 10th, from 5:30 pm to 9:00, Room 2M 70 at the University of Winnipeg. We are pleased that Diane Redsky will be joining us to speak on "Sex Trafficking in Canada - an Update from Diane Redsky". Ms Redsky is the executive coordinator of the National Task Force on Trafficking of Women and Girls in Canada. All are welcome.

There will be an opportunity to catch up too on the work of IIWR-M and hear about plans for the future. IIWR-M is a member of the steering committee for the UN Safe Cities initiative, and we will update you about that work. We also have an Advocacy Committee, and we will report on what they have been up to. Looking forward to seeing you there!

There are other programs planned - a Conversation Cafe at the Winnipeg Art Gallery, from 6 to 9 pm, February 20th,  in conjunction with a special exhibit - Off the Beaten Pat: Art and Violence. IIWR-M will be part of the panel. You must register in advance by calling 204.789.1290 or email education@wag.ca. There are refreshments, and it is free of charge.

February 24th promises to be a very interesting program on "What the Niqab Bans Tell Us About Sex and Secularism", with Dr. Jennifer Selby. At the U of W, Eckhardt-Gramatee, from 7:30 to 9:00. All are welcome. Lots of time for questions and discussion.
This program is in conjunction with IIWR Global College, IIWR Manitoba, and the Department of Religion and Culture.

The list of programs with dates are attached. Note the very special Local to Global 2014: A New Age is Dawning for Every Mother's Daughter - with Sally Armstrong, May 9th, 7 to 9, at the Viscount Gort. This promises to be a wonderful evening and we hope you will be part of it.

Reminder - check us out on facebook - https://www.facebook.com/InstituteInternationsalWomensRightsManitoba

Thanks everyone for your interest and support,

Mary

IIWR-Manitoba
971 Corydon Ave.,
PO Box 273,
Winnipeg, MB., R3M 0Y0.
facebook: https://www.f acebook.com/InstituteInternationsalWomensRightsManitoba

Strive to Excel, Serve with Humility, Lead with Integrity

St. John’s-Ravenscourt School (SJR) provides a respectful learning community for our students that inspires academic excellence, creative expression, active healthy living and social responsibility in order to develop compassionate and confident individuals. SJR is an independent co-educational Kindergarten to Grade 12 university-preparatory day and boarding school. We are seeking a dynamic educator to join our professional learning community as…

Principal of Senior School

Commencing August 18, 2014

The SJR Senior School (Grades 9-12), which has a distinct identity and a dedicated space within the School, has an enrolment of 350 students and a staff of 45.

The Principal will be an accomplished and caring educator with a track record of professional excellence, proven leadership experience and skills, ability to implement a variety of innovative practices, and relevant administrative experience. Possessing superior communication skills, s/he is capable of engaging stakeholders and inspiring teachers and students. The successful candidate will promote an environment of high standards for 21^{st century teaching and learning to ensure student success and oversee an extensive co-curricular program. Candidates are also expected to have experience in meeting the needs of senior years students. As a member of the Senior Administrative Team, the Principal contributes to SJR policy development and school management. Working within a collaborative learning environment, leadership is modelled through shared vision and values.}

Successful candidates should have an advanced degree and must hold a Manitoba Teaching Certificate or be eligible to obtain one. Please refer to the SJR website at www.sjr.mb.ca for a detailed position description.

Interested candidates are invited to submit applications including a personal statement of educational philosophy, detailed résumé and the names of three references no later than Friday, February 21, 2014 to:

Principal Search Committee

St. John’s-Ravenscourt School

400 South Drive

Winnipeg, MB R3T 3K5

Fax: 204.477.2480

E-mail: careers@sjr.mb.ca

In accordance with its employment equity policy, SJR encourages applications from all qualified individuals. We thank all who apply; only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.