CWELCC - Early Learning Assistant

YMCA of Northeastern Ontario; North Bay; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free YMCA membership + 10% off family

Paid personal/sick days

Employee & Family Assistance Program

YMCA Federation Pension Plan

Mileage reimbursement

Team events

Learning & development opportunities

Job summary

YMCA of Northeastern Ontario is seeking enthusiastic Early Learning Assistants to support children’s development through play-based learning and meaningful relationships. These part-time roles are based in North Bay/Callander, with a start date as soon as possible.

You will supervise children, plan educational activities, ensure health and safety, and collaborate with families and the team. A First Aid CPR certificate and clean background check are required.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of two years working with children/youth.
• Current Standard First Aid with Infant & Child CPR (Level C).
• Knowledge of the Child Care and Early Years Act, 2014.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
• Certification in YMCA Playing to Learn and Healthy Child Development is an asset.
• Police Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening within the last 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Provide attentive, compassionate supervision to ensure children's health, safety and well-being.
• Keep attendance records and conduct head counts.
• Plan and deliver engaging programming using YMCA curricula (Playing to Learn, A Place to Connect, Zen-er-gy, Healthy Childhood Development).
• Track children’s development and communicate with families and partners.
• Follow YMCA policies and CCEYA and public health and safety guidelines.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Verbal and written communication

Health and safety awareness

Team collaboration

Education

Grade 12 Diploma

Tools

Weemarkable

Job description

Are you passionate about creating safe, nurturing, and inspiring environments for children to learn and grow? At the YMCA of Northeastern Ontario, we’re looking for enthusiastic Early Learning Assistants who bring heart, creativity, and professionalism to their work every day. As an Early Learning Assistant, you’ll be a key part of a dynamic team that supports children’s development through play-based learning, meaningful relationships, and a commitment to health and safety. These Part-Time positions within the Association are at various locations throughout the City of North Bay. and initially for St Theresa Program, Callander, ON.

START DATE: As Soon As Possible

LOCATION: Callander, ON

RATE OF PAY: $21.96/-

(*This position includes the Ministry of Education Wage Enhancement Grant (WEG) of up to an additional $2.00/hour for qualifying roles within a licensed child care program at the YMCA)

HOURS: 20-29 Hours / Weekly

What You’ll Bring to the Role

• Grade 12 Diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of two (2) years working with children and/or youth
• Current Standard First Aid with Infant and Child CPR (Level C) *Recognized by the WSIB
• Knowledge of Child Care and Early Years Act, 2014
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
• Certification in YMCA Playing to Learn and Healthy Child Development is an asset
• Health Assessment from Medical Professional and Immunizations Record
• Current and satisfactory Police Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening (dated within the last 6 months)
  

What You’ll Be Doing

Child Supervision & Programming

• Provide attentive, compassionate supervision to ensure each child’s health, safety, and well-being
• Keep accurate attendance records and conduct regular head counts - always know your numbers!
• Plan and deliver engaging educational programming using YMCA curricula:
  • YMCA Playing to Learn™, A Place to Connect™, Zen-er-gy™, and Healthy Childhood Development
• Track children’s development through documentation and open communication with families and community partners
• Follow YMCA policies and the Child Care & Early Years Act (CCEYA), along with guidelines from Public Health, Fire Department, and other agencies

Environmental Safety & Maintenance

• Conduct daily safety scans of indoor and outdoor spaces before and after programming
• Ensure all areas are clean, organized, and safe for children and staff
• Sanitize toys, equipment, and furnishings according to YMCA and Public Health standards
• Adapt the physical environment to meet the needs of all children, prioritizing safety and inclusion
• Uphold legal responsibilities under the Child & Family Services Act, including the Duty to Report

Administrative Duties & Professional Development

• Record live attendance and ensure it matches the number of children in your care
• Attend monthly team meetings and participate in ongoing professional development
• Collaborate with your supervisor on goal setting and performance reviews
• Complete required documentation for incidents, health and safety, and child development
• Use Weemarkable to share daily updates with families
• Safely store confidential records and data
• Support the team with other duties as assigned

What We Offer

As a charity and community-based organization, we know how important connection and wellness is, and we offer a workplace that invests in people. We provide:

• Free YMCA membership + 10% off family membership
• Paid personal/sick days
• Employee & Family Assistance Program with counselling, coaching, legal + financial supports
• YMCA Federation Pension Plan
• Mileage reimbursement
• Team events + staff recognition
• Learning & development opportunities