Child Care Educator

YMCA of Southwestern Ontario • Chatham, ON

1d • CA$26 • Onsite

About The Position

Join the YMCA Child Care Team in Chatham! Be the Spark! Join our professional and passionate team of early childhood educators and be the spark that ignites the potential in others. YMCA of Southwestern Ontario is one of the largest not-for-profit providers of licensed child care in Canada and we have been making a positive difference in the communities we serve by providing quality childcare for over 50 years! At the Y, we are committed to providing you with opportunities to develop your knowledge, skills, and career while you enhance the experience of the children and families that we serve.

Requirements

• Registered member, in good standing (or proof that registration is in process) with the College of Early Childhood Educators, Ontario (CECE)
• Valid Standard First Aid and CPR Level C certification, or include the date of training scheduled within the next three months. Training cost and time is at the expense of the applicant and not reimbursed
• Applicants are required to be a minimum of 18 years of age or older to obtain a current Vulnerable Criminal Reference Check (less than 6 months old)
• Up-to-date immunizations required by Public Health, Ministry of Education, and YMCASWO
• Ability to use frequent light to medium physical effort: lifting to 20 kg (44 lbs.), bending, and stooping
• Legally entitled to work in Canada

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver a consistent child-centered program, in accordance with our YMCA Playing to Learn curriculum (0-6 year olds)
• Provide quality compassionate care and support to children and their families
• Ensure supervision and safety of children at all times; Understand and comply with provincial (CCEYA), municipal, and YMCA policies and procedures
• Be committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and building a sense of belonging
• Embrace and exemplify the Y’s core values

Benefits

• Receive a complimentary YMCA personal membership to our Health & Fitness facilities, and discounts on YMCA child care and camp programs
• Access vacation entitlement in accordance with the employment standards regulations, and up to 12 paid personal days annually
• Benefits package and Pension, applicable with position/contract length
• Be part of a caring and supportive network of people to help each other succeed
• Complimentary access to wellness and counseling services
• Contribute to real, meaningful impact in the lives of children and youth

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree