Casual Early Childhood Educator (Brighton Location)

YMCA of Saskatoon; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

YMCA of Saskatoon’s Brighton Childcare Centre is seeking a Casual Early Childhood Educator to support daily programming and supervision in a caring, inclusive environment.

This on-call, casual role offers flexibility and a collaborative team atmosphere. You will contribute to safe routines, engaging activities, and quality care for children and families, while adhering to licensing requirements and YMCA policies.

Qualifications

• Requires caring and reliable approach to children.
• Ability to work as part of a childcare team.
• Strong communication with children, families, and staff.
• Flexibility to cover shifts as needed.
• Commitment to safe, inclusive childcare practices.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality care and supervision for children in a licensed childcare setting.
• Support children's learning, development, and well-being through play-based activities.
• Assist with daily routines, including meals, rest periods, outdoor play, and transitions.
• Help maintain a clean, safe, and organized childcare environment.
• Build positive relationships with children, families, and team members.
• Follow YMCA policies, childcare licensing requirements, and safeguarding practices.
• Communicate concerns or observations to the supervisory team.
• Provide coverage as needed for staff absences or operational needs.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Flexibility

Dependability

Education

Early Childhood Education Level I

Job description

The YMCA of Saskatoon is looking for a caring, reliable, and flexible Casual Early Childhood Educator to support our Brighton Childcare Centre. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys working with children, is available on a casual/on-call basis, and wants to be part of a supportive childcare team.

As a Casual Early Childhood Educator, you will help provide a safe, welcoming, and engaging environment where children can learn, grow, and thrive. You will support daily programming, assist with supervision, and work alongside the childcare team to meet the needs of children and families.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide quality care and supervision for children in a licensed childcare setting.
• Support children's learning, development, and well-being through play-based activities.
• Assist with daily routines, including meals, rest periods, outdoor play, and transitions.
• Help maintain a clean, safe, and organized childcare environment.
• Build positive relationships with children, families, and team members.
• Follow YMCA policies, childcare licensing requirements, and child safeguarding practices.
• Communicate any concerns or observations to the supervisory team.
• Provide coverage as needed for staff absences, vacation, or operational needs.

Qualifications:

• Early Childhood Education Level I is preferred.
• Experience working with children in a childcare, school, camp, or recreation setting is an asset.
• Valid First Aid and CPR-C is preferred or must be obtained.
• Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Search is required.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to be flexible, dependable, and responsive to the needs of the centre.

Commitment to creating an inclusive, respectful, and caring environment for children and families.