Job Order Detail

Description

The Home Instruction for Parents of Preschool Youngsters (HIPPY) program is an evidence-based, community-driven response specifically designed for the literacy needs of families living on low incomes and the lack of their childrens school-readiness. HIPPY recognizes the parent as their childs first and best teacher. HIPPY then empowers parents with a fun, flexible and easy-to-follow format that helps them teach their children and prepare them for the demands of primary school.
DUTIES
Attending the in-person pre-service training
Executing the HIPPY program in accordance with the terms specified in the contractual agreement.
Recruiting and selecting eligible HIPPY families
Making regular weekly home visits to participating newcomer families for the purpose of role-playing activity packets including practicing the curriculum with their HIPPY child
Participating in the planning and execution of group meetings, which includes role-playing the subsequent week's activity packet and facilitating enrichment activities.
Participating in all sponsored HIPPY activities
Maintain an efficient record keeping system of program
Planning and preparing for initial and regular site visits by Mothers Matter Centre staff or their designate.
Establishing effective partnerships with other human service organizations
Participating in local (regional) and national HIPPY conferences, in-service training and meetings.
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelors degree in early childhood, elementary, family or adult education, social work or any other related fields
Strong oral and written communication skills
Demonstrated knowledge of and sensitivity to the needs and interests of newcomer families from low socio-economic communities
Proficient computer skills
Fluency in second language is considered an asset
Valid Saskatchewan Drivers license and must have a reliable vehicle
This is a 0.5 Part Time permanent position; 18.75 hours/week