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Program Lead

03 September 2021

The Program Lead will work to provide a high-quality childcare program under the direction of the Supervisor. They will assist with any necessary paperwork as well as support other team members in their daily role as needed. Hours per week may vary, however, a typical work week is 35 (thirty-five) hours per week.
Senior Manager - Impacts and Evaluations - 1yr. Maternity Leave Contract

01 September 2021

The Sr. Manager Impacts and Evaluation acts as a catalyst of LEF’s strategic priorities including responsive growth, knowledge sharing, and strengthening of foundational systems. This position will have a split in terms of time spent both managing current programs and supporting the development of new programs. This position will strengthen LEF’s capacity for grant writing, research, reflection, planning, focusing on program quality measurement and improvement, administrative efficiencies, leveraging the strengths of staff, and strategy implementation. This position will also oversee LEF Skills Advancement Training, Employment, Internationally Trained Professionals, and Employer Engagement programs and support the incubation of new projects.

To be successful in this role, the Sr. Manager will need to try ideas and new approaches to our work, which means taking risks, learning from failures and working with others to document successes.

This is a people management role and thus a focus on team development and engagement is essential to program and client success.
Content Developer

01 September 2021

LEF is launching an online Occupation-Specific Language and Skills Training program for Early Childhood Assistants. The program will consist of designing, delivering and testing a language and skills training program that will enhance skills of newcomers currently working in childcare settings, or that have recently been laid-off and wish to re-enter the field.

We are looking for a Content Developer with experience in creating and maintaining learning management systems based on Moodle. This position will be accountable for working with a curriculum developer to develop occupation-specific language training e-units for Early Childhood Assistants. This will include reviewing and adapting LEF’s existing Early Childhood Assistant training curriculum, enhancing the curriculum with occupation-specific language training and adapting it for online delivery.

The Content Developer will be working with a dedicated team of professionals who are highly committed to our community and who support employment and settlement needs, develop employer and community partnerships, and are all strong leaders in their fields of expertise. LEF offers a progressive, innovative, and supportive culture with opportunities for career development as we continue to grow.

This is a part-time fixed-term contract. 12 hours a week for 25 weeks – start as soon as possible
Kitchen Helper

31 August 2021

LEF is looking for a part-time Kitchen Helper. The Kitchen Helper should be able to follow all food health and safety regulations and be organized while assisting Chefs with the timely completion of kitchen duties. The ability to work as a team member and remain flexible is important. This role requires an individual who demonstrates, a sense of urgency, attention to detail and proficiency in food safety and sanitation. Punctuality is also important because if the Kitchen Helper is late, prep work gets delayed, throwing the team behind schedule and affecting the delivery of Child Care orders. Therefore, this role requires someone who can assist in maintaining a smooth workflow, especially in rush periods.

Must be able to work shifts Monday to Friday, 5 days a week; no weekends from 7 am – 3 pm; alternating weeks
Quilt on Weston Road - Streetscape discussion - Read the report

29 July 2021

LEF hosted their second neighbourhood discussion to engage the community on streetscapes.
RECE Split Shift
21 July 2021

We are actively seeking Permanent Part-time RECE’s for various locations in split shift capacity. We are looking for educators that are:
- Passionate and dedicated to planning and developing holistic child-centred programs for the communities we serve;
- Able to work in a before and after school program, meaning a few hours in the morning, head home, then return for the last hours of the programming day;
- Able to continuously aim to enrich play-based learning, and translate their expertise through thoughtful programming that reflects the Ministry of Education guidelines;
- Determined to surpass all AQI expectations.
LEF programs focus on the benefits of outdoor experiences for children and educators; building resiliency within each community we serve.

Current Locations:

Various locations available

Child Care Centre Supervisor

21 July 2021

We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package which includes:

Our partners who help us to create and learn about inclusive, outdoor and collaborative play are:

Paid sick and personal days
A generous vacation package
Health and dental coverage
Life insurance and long-term disability coverage
Pension plan

Right to Play
Evergreen Brickworks
Diane Kashin
Hopi Martin

We are searching for a Centre Supervisor who would be responsible for and focused on:

The overall operation, development, management and evaluation of the childcare centre.
Respecting all legislative and regulatory requirements.
Providing timely coaching with educators to build and support ongoing quality improvement
Ensuring sound pedagogical curriculum, evident in all programming spaces, which is age-appropriate and reflective of the community we serve.
Participating as a member of the LEF community and seeks out collaborative activities in the broader community to support and enhance the needs of educators, families and children.
Acting as a role model for educators, children, families and the community by reflecting LEF values and initiatives.

Hours per week may vary, however, a typical week is 35 (thirty-five) hours per week.

Location:

Clairlea Childcare Centre – 25 Rosalind Crescent

Language Training Instructor

13 July 2021

On an ongoing basis, the English Language Instructor is responsible for facilitating learning, creating an effective learning environment and providing client-centred real-world task instruction, communicative programming that prepares clients for participation in Canadian society. On a daily basis, the English Language Instructor is responsible for classroom management, preparing daily lesson plans in accordance with the LINC curriculum, CLB and PBLA guidelines, adapting and revising lessons as needed, monitoring and assessing client progress and other duties as outlined.

Preferred candidates will work virtually or in-class following all guidelines for infectious disease control.

The successful applicant will need to be available from September 9, 2021.
Language Training Instructor (Supply)

13 July 2021

On an ongoing basis, the English Language Instructor is responsible for facilitating learning, creating effective learning environment and providing client-centred, real-world task instruction, communicative programming that prepares clients for participation in Canadian society. On a daily basis the English Language Instructor is responsible for classroom management, preparing daily lesson plans in accordance with the LINC curriculum, CLB and PBLA guidelines, adapting and revising lessons as needed, monitoring and assessing client progress and other duties as outlined.

Preferred candidates will work virtually or in-class following all guidelines for infectious disease control.

The successful applicant will need to be available from September 9, 2020. This is an on-call position.
Imagining a New Streetscape for Quilt on Weston Road

07 July 2021

Hosted by The Learning Enrichment Foundation with local City Councillor Francis Nunziata, Ward 5, York South-Weston. Help us shape the future of Quilt on Weston and visualize a streetscape for 1240 & 1246 Weston Road that aligns with our community vision.
Join us for a Virtual Conversation
Date: Tuesday, July 13th
Time: 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Join Online - Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/4167690830
Meeting ID: 4167690830

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