Early Learning Assistant - Hamilton

YMCA of Hamilton|Burlington|Brantford; Burlington; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading organization in child care is seeking an Early Learning Assistant in Burlington. The role involves supervising children, planning activities, and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. Candidates should have a high school diploma, experience with children, and relevant certifications. This part-time position offers competitive pay and various benefits.

Benefits

Paid Vacation Entitlements

Group health and benefits plans

Generous pension plans with employer matching

Free YMCA Health & Fitness Memberships

Professional development opportunities

Reduced rates for YMCA Child Care

Employee and Family Assistance Program

Opportunities for career advancement

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 months’ experience working with children.
• Familiarity with developmental needs of children ages 0 to 12 years.
• Current Standard First Aid and CPR-C & AED certification (Level C).

Responsibilities

• Supervise children to ensure health and safety.
• Plan and lead activities for children aged 4 to 12.
• Maintain children's health and safety and assist with personal hygiene.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

High School education or equivalent

Job description

Hourly Rate : $22.35 per hour, inclusive of all government wage subsidy grants

Department : Child Care

Work Hours : Up to 29 hours per week

Employment Type : Regular Part-time Hourly

Deadline to Apply : Ongoing

Anticipated Start Date : August 2024

Benefits & Perks : We offer an array of total rewards to recognize loyalty, longevity, and passion for the work we do :

• Paid Vacation Entitlements that increase with seniority (subject to eligibility)
• Group health and benefits plans (includes medical, dental, and prescription medication, subject to eligibility)
• Generous pension plans with employer matching
• Free YMCA HBB Health & Fitness Memberships
• Professional development opportunities including paid training and access to YMCA education scholarships and incentives
• Reduced rates for YMCA HBB Child Care, Camp, and Child & Youth programs (subject to eligibility)
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
• Opportunities for career advancement

Position Description :

Early Learning Assistants are responsible for assisting in the development and implementation of a licensed child care program that meets the developmental needs of children 4 - 12 years of age, while adhering to the YMCA HBB policies and procedures, quality standards, as well as the regulations of the Child Care and Early Years Act (CCEYA).

Responsibilities include :

• Supervision of children at all times during the program to ensure health and safety.
• Planning, organizing, and leading activities for children 4 to 12 years of age.
• Understanding and complying with all regulatory items as per the Child Care and Early Years Act (CCEYA), YMCA and the Ministry of Education.
• Maintaining children's health and safety; knowledge of potential hazards and preventative planning.
• Assisting with children’s personal hygiene and the setup, cleanup, and serving of meals and snacks.
• Utilizing appropriate behavior guidance techniques in all interactions with children.
• Assuming leadership of the program in the absence of the Facilitator / RECE.
• Communicating positively with parents, school personnel, and community contacts.
• Participating in Association-wide events and attending monthly meetings and professional learning sessions.
• Flexibility to work a split shift (before and after school hours).
• Movement and setup of equipment in shared spaces.

You bring :

• Completion of High School education or equivalent.
• A minimum of 6 months’ experience working with children.
• Familiarity with the developmental needs of children ages 0 to 12 years.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Working computer knowledge.
• 18 years of age or older.
• Current Standard First Aid and CPR-C & AED certification (Level C).
• Current and satisfactory Police Records Check with Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC).

This position requires a commitment to the YMCA HBB mission and core values of : Inclusion, Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility.

Organizational Overview :

The YMCA of Hamilton|Burlington|Brantford is committed to creating an inclusive, diverse, equitable, and accessible environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or neurodiversity.

If you need any accommodation throughout the recruitment process, please contact our People, Leadership and Culture Department (PLC) at [e-mail].

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