YMCA Canton RECE/ECA

YMCA Northumberland is currently accepting applications for the following vacant position:

Registered Early Childhood Educator

Are you creative, energetic, and passionate about working with children and making a difference in your community? Are you looking to join a team of educators and professionals working as part of a charity organization that makes impact and inspires people? The YMCA Northumberland may have an opportunity for you!

Be the spark that inspires others to unlock their full potential!

What we offer ….

·       Monthly cost covered Extended Health Benefits      (offered after meeting required time)

·       Employer matched Pension Plan                                             (offered once staff qualify)

·       Employee Assistance Program

·       Vacation Time, Sick days, Stat Holidays

·       Free monthly YMCA Membership

·       Discount on YMCA childcare Programs

·       Training and Development Opportunities

·       Career Advancement Opportunities

·       Shift premiums for split shifts and enhanced educators

·       Work Life Balance and Inclusive, values driven Work Culture

·       A Rewarding Job! The opportunity to positively impact individuals' lives and enhance the health of our communities

What you bring…. Qualifications include:

• Completion of a two-year college diploma in Early Childhood Education with three months childcare experience in an educational setting
• Registration and in Good Standing with the Ontario College of Early Childhood Educators
• Proven ability to follow directions, policies and procedures in an appropriate and timely manner

• Commitment to confidentiality, understanding of privacy and ethical responsibilities
• Experience planning and implementing age-appropriate programs
• Basic computer skills, usage of parent communication apps and iPad usage
• Awareness of the cultural and social differences of children and families
• Ability to assist children with washroom routines, dressing and lunchtime activities
• Strong interpersonal, communication, written and oral skills.
• Current Standard First Aid and CPR certification level C
• Immunization record with Ontario mandated vaccines

What to expect from this role…. Responsibilities include:

Registered Early Childhood Educators will work Monday to Friday; rotating shifts will be between 6:30a.m. to 6:30p.m. on a 40 hour work week basis. You will work in a preschool room with 24 children and three other educators. You will work in Canton, at the Canton YMCA Northumberland full day centre with a wage of $26.00 an hour. 

As an educator, you will ensure that YMCA Playing to Learn curriculum is followed and all standards are exceeded with respect to quality assurance and guidelines. Training for curriculum will be provided:  

·       Plan programs and environments for play and activities to create opportunities for developmental progress

·       Incorporate learning experiences designed to meet the individual needs of the children, using a variety of teaching techniques; observe and assess children's progress and behaviour on a routine basis

·       Establish and maintain positive daily communication with children, families, YMCA staff and community contacts, collaborating to address individual student's identified needs, stages of development and interests

·       Act as a professional role model for children, volunteers, students and fellow staff members.

·       Work together as an integral part of a team that meets the social, emotional, cognitive and physical needs of all children in the childcare program.

·        Participate in YMCA trainings, meetings and childcare events.

·       Provide positive social experiences including sharing, cooperation and role modeling the YMCA Core Values- Honesty, Respect, Responsibility, Caring, Inclusiveness and Health

·       Employ developmentally appropriate activities to build skills in literacy and cognition through large and small group activities

·       Maintain all appropriate records for students (e.g. attendance, health issues, etc.

YMCA Northumberland is a growing service organization and charity, with over 300 employees and 130 volunteers based out of Cobourg with Membership Centres in Cobourg, Brighton and Campbellford. YMCA Northumberland also operates 25 licensed Child Care Centres and 5 EarlyON Child and Family Centres focusing on child development across Northumberland. At YMCA Northumberland, we celebrate and embrace diversity in all its forms. We welcome applicants of all orientations, genders, ethnicities, abilities, and backgrounds. We believe that a diverse workforce enriches our community and fosters innovation. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives. Accommodation is available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Together, we strive to build a brighter future for all.

Join YMCA Northumberland in building a community where everyone can shine! We strive to offer vital programs and services that nurture the spirit, mind, and body to ignite the potential in everyone, wherever they may be in their life journey.

Please submit a letter of application, resume and copies of all qualifications to:

Amanda Smith, Manager – Recruitment and Retention, Children’s Services

YMCA Northumberland

339 Elgin Street West, Cobourg, Ontario K9A 4X5

amanda.smith@nrt.ymca.ca

 VACANCY: Open position . Hiring is to build a candidate pool for current and future hiring needs. No AI is used in the screening or hiring process

We appreciate all applications. However, only those being considered for the position will be contacted.