Experience Required

• Early Childhood Education Diploma or diploma or degree in a related field of study.
• Registered (or proof that registration is in process) and in good standing in the College of Early Childhood Educators (CECE);
• Minimum six (6) months’ work experience as Registered Early Childhood Educator (RECE).
• Graduates in a related field of study must be members of their associations as required.
• 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 to acquire a current Vulnerable Criminal Reference Check (less than 6 months old);
• Required to work all shifts on a rotating basis, that cover the full hours of operation of the centre
• Up-to-date immunizations required by Public Health and the Ministry of Education and YMCASWO.
• Ability to use frequent light to medium physical effort: lifting to 20 kg (44 lbs.), bending and stooping.

Primary Responsibilites

Full time, Monday to Friday, rotating hours.


• Plan and deliver a consistent child-centered program in accordance with our YMCA Playing to Learn curriculum (0–6-year-olds).
• Assess the abilities and needs of children and monitor their progress.
• 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 YMCASWO policies and procedures.
• Report any issues in contravention of the CCEYA, YMCASWO policies and procedures
• Identify signs of potential learning and/ or behavioural problems in children and document the observations following policies and procedures.
• Be committed to diversity, equity, inclusion and building a sense of belonging.
• Exemplify the YMCASWO core values, Respect, Honesty, Caring, Responsibility, and Inclusion.

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