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 Facilitators who bring heart, creativity, and professionalism to their work every day. As an Early Learning Facilitator, 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 for the Before and After School Program throughout the City of North Bay
Under the leadership of the Supervisor of Child, Youth and Family Development (CYFD), the Early Learning Facilitator is responsible for the health, safety and well-being of the children in their care (0 to 12 years. The Early Learning Facilitator will ensure all YMCA Policies, Procedures and legislations as outlined in the Ministry of Education’s Child Care Early Year Act (2014) are complaint at all times.
START DATE: September 28, 2026
LOCATION: North Bay, ON
RATE OF PAY: $22.17/-
*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: 0-29 Hours / Weekly
What You'll Bring to the Role
- Two-year diploma or degree related to children, youth, recreation or physical literacy *for education completed outside of Canada, applicants are asked to submit an educational evaluation (WES, Icas, etc.) with their application
- Minimum of two (2) years working with children and/or youth
- Membership with the College of Early Childhood Educators in good standing
- Current Standard First Aid with Infant and Child CPR (Level C) *Recognized by the WSIB
- Solid 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
- Flexible working hours, able to work split shifts, early morning, mid-late afternoons, evenings Monday to Friday, weekends, or as per the centre’s operational hours
- Commitment to working in a socially inclusive environment responding with compassion, sensitivity and personal awareness to the diverse needs of everyone including visible and non-visible dimensions of diversity
- 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
- Flexible hours + hybrid work options (role dependent)