Child Care Educator RECE - Zorra YMCA ( Thamesford, ON)

Thamesford, ON N0M 2M0, Canada

Job Description

Posted Wednesday, March 19, 2025 at 4:00 AM

Join the YMCA Child Care Team!

Be the Spark! Join our professional and passionate team of early childhood educators and be the spark that ignites the potential in others.

Our culture is of paramount importance to us. We formally measure employee engagement annually to ensure our employees are having an excellent employment experience. Our current level of engagement is 80%, compared to some Canadian employer statistics of 69%.

YMCA of Southwestern Ontario was founded in 1856 and has over 200 locations from Goderich to Point Pelee, and Windsor to Woodstock. We are one of the largest not-for-profit providers of licensed child care in Canada and have over 100 school age programs across our regions. We also offer settlement services to newcomers, employment programs, mental health support, and youth programs.

Position: Registered Early Childhood Educator (Permanent)

Licensed Child Care, Zorra YMCA 163 Brock Street, Thamesford, ON N0M 2M0

Please note this is a rural community and public transit or driving services are not available.

Start Date: December 2024

Compensation: Starting rates are dependent on region, qualifications, and contract.

• Members of the College of Early Childhood Educators, Ontario - up to $24.86 per hour (includes government wage enhancements as of January 2025)
• Non-Members - up to $20.05 per hour (includes government wage enhancements)

As part of your total compensation:

• 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.
• Contribute to real, meaningful impact in the lives of children and youth.

• 7.5 hour workday, Monday through Friday, 37.5 hour work week.
• Required to rotate shifts that cover the full hours of operation of the centre.

• 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.

• An Early Childhood Educator 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).
• 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.
• Legally entitled to work in Canada.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

NOTE: The YMCA of Southwestern Ontario is committed to providing a barrier-free environment for all stakeholders including our members/participants, employees, job applicants, suppliers, and any visitors who may enter our premises, access our information, or use our services.