EarlyON Supervisor Mobile and Community

YMCA of Three Rivers; Kitchener; On-site; CAD 68,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

3 weeks vacation

Well-being days

Group pension after 2 years

YMCA membership for you and family

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

The YMCA of Three Rivers is seeking a full-time, permanent EarlyON leader overseeing Stratford-Perth and Waterloo Region. You will drive community partnerships, supervise staff and ensure high-quality mobile programming for families.

We require 5+ years of supervisory experience, a valid RECE credential, and willingness to travel. Evening and Saturday availability is expected. Starting rate is $75,000 annually with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of supervisory experience in child and family settings.
• RECE credential required.
• Strategic and operational thinker with strong planning skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational abilities.
• Commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion in leadership.

Responsibilities

• Build and sustain relationships with community partners and stakeholders to support mobile EarlyON programming.
• Oversee staff, student and volunteer records, safeguarding compliance, and data collection across EarlyON operations.
• Lead a diverse team across locations with mentoring, coaching and development.
• Ensure high-quality program delivery and exceptional customer service for families at mobile sites and via virtual channels.
• Align team efforts with YMCA priorities and funder guidelines; represent YMCA and EarlyON operations in community forums.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Strategic thinking

Equity & inclusion

Flexibility & mobility

Travel readiness

Education

RECE (Registered Early Childhood Educator)

Job description

Location:EarlyON, Stratford-Perth and Waterloo Region

(Please refer to the additional information section for details)

Work Hours:37.5 hours/week

Evening and Saturday availability required

Employment Type:Full Time, Permanent

Number of Vacancies:1

Anticipated Start Date:Immediate

Deadline to Apply:September 28, 2026(We will be reviewing candidates as they come in)

Starting Rate or Range:$75,000 annually (Pay rate may vary based on years of experience in the field)

Total Rewards Package

We believe that everyone has the potential to shine! Our culture is built around connection, celebration, appreciation, and recognition, and it starts with a total rewards package focused on Well-Being.

Time Away from Work

At the YMCA of Three Rivers, we value work-life harmony. Full-time team members start with:

• 3 weeks of vacation, with the opportunity to earn more as their length of service increases
• 12 well-being days for sick time or proactive self-care, which can be used as they are earned. Bereavement days are also available.

Pension Plan

Full-time employees can join our group pension plan after two consecutive years of employment. Employees contribute 5% of their gross earnings per pay, which is matched by the Y. After three consecutive years of full-time service, participation in the YMCA pension plan becomes mandatory.

Health, Dental and Well-Being Benefits

The YMCA of Three Rivers offers a comprehensive group benefits package to full-time employees (starting 3 months after the start date), including:

• Access to an Employee (and Family) Assistance Program offering free and confidential counseling, resources, and services
• A free YMCA membership for you and your family, providing access to our fitness centers
• Discounts on YMCA programs and services, including childcare

Role Overview

Who we are…

The YMCA of Three Rivers is a charitable organization proudly serving the communities of Guelph-Wellington, Stratford-Perth, and Waterloo Region. We aspire to build connected and resilient communities. Our mission is to make our diverse communities healthier and more vibrant. With dignity and respect, our programs and services inspire individuals to reach their full potential. Learn more about our history, mission, vision, and valueshere.

We strive to be a great place to work for all employees to live with purpose, passion, and potential Shine!

What you will do…

• Community Collaboration: Build and sustain strong relationships with community partners, co-located services, and stakeholders. You will establish and foster partnerships that support in the development and facilitation of targeted and universal mobile programming in alignment with EarlyON Service Guidelines and represent EarlyON and oversee community event participation across our operations.
• Administrative Management: Oversee staff, student and volunteer records, financial accountability, and data collection. Ensure compliance with safeguarding policies and organizational standards and that data collection systems are utilized across our EarlyON Operations for participant data as required by the Ministry of Education.
• Team Leadership & Development: Lead a diverse team of full-time and part-time employees across varying shifts and positions and locations including both direct and indirect reports. Provide mentorship, coaching, and professional development to build leadership capacity in educators, designates, and administration staff, and foster a culture of collaboration, inclusion, and continuous learning. Lead through complexity with clarity, calmness, and a solutions-oriented mindset.
• Operational Oversight: Ensure smooth daily operations and high standards of program delivery and customer service experience by providing environments for parents and caring adults to engage in play at mobile sites alongside their children and other families. Engaging parents and caring adults in conversations and information sharing to support them in their role as the expert of their own child at the site level and through virtual pathways such as phone and email.
• Strategic Leadership:Through active leadership, align team efforts with YMCA Strategic Priorities – People, Places, Partnerships and Pathways – to ensure programs remain responsive to evolving community needs, centre needs, best practices and funder guidelines. Representing our YMCA and EarlyON operations through community connections and involvement on community tables.
• Program Quality & Engagement: Champion high-quality early learning experiences rooted in How Does Learning Happen? pedagogy. Support adult-child relationships and inquiry-based learning through hands-on engagement and reflective practice for mobile teams. Champion high-quality customer service experiences in-person and virtually through EarlyON administration team connections.
• Equity-Focused Leadership: Model and promote equity, diversity, and inclusion in all aspects of leadership. Create welcoming and engaging environments for families and staff from diverse backgrounds and lead with cultural humility and a customer service mindset.

What you will bring…

• Experienced Leader: Minimum 5+ years of supervisory experience in child and family settings, with a proven track record of leading diverse teams in dynamic environments, building positive team culture, and fostering community connections.
• Registered Early Childhood Educator (RECE): Deep understanding of child development and early years pedagogy, with a focus on How Does Learning Happen? Ontario’s Pedagogy for the Early Years.
• Strategic & Operational Thinker: Skilled in balancing day-to-day operations with long-term planning and system alignment maintaining a positive outlook to change management.
• Strong Communicator: Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and multi-tasking skills, with the ability to inspire and engage across all levels.
• Equity Champion: Demonstrated commitment to inclusive leadership and supporting diverse communities.
• Flexible & Mobile: Willingness to work evenings and Saturdays, and travel across our EarlyON Mobile Operations and communities as needed.
• Fostering a Positive Team Culture: Skilled in building a positive team culture through relationship-building, communication, coaching and development and problem solving.

Additional Information

This position requires frequent travel within and between locations in Stratford-Perth and Waterloo Region.

Our Commitment to Safeguarding Child and Youth

In keeping with our commitment to child and youth safeguarding, job offers are contingent on completing a current Vulnerable Sector Check and employment reference checks. Vulnerable Sector Checks are reviewed individually, and the offense(s) - if any - is considered in the decision-making process in relation to the requirement of working with children, therefore not eliminating all candidates with a record from being offered a position. Vulnerable Sector Checks must be renewed every three years.

Our Commitment to JAIDE (Justice, Access, Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity)

We embrace the values of Justice, Access, Inclusion, Diversity and Equity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace, welcoming applications from all qualified persons. We encourage Black, Indigenous, People of Color, 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals, gender-diverse people, people with diverse abilities, members of ethnic minorities and faith groups, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply. Applicants will not be discriminated against based on race, colour, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ability, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, medical condition, or any protected group. We are committed to creating an environment where we eliminate barriers and promote the inclusion of equity groups.

Studies have shown that women and people of equity deserving backgrounds are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every qualification in the posting. We understand the knowledge and experience can be gained in many ways, so we strongly encourage applications even if you don’t believe you meet all the requirements outlined.

Per the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, accommodation will be provided at any point throughout the hiring process, provided the candidate makes their accommodation need known to the YMCA of Three Rivers.

Our Commitment to Privacy

The YMCA of Three Rivers complies with the Employment Standards Act, Pay Equity Legislation, and privacy laws.We are committed to protecting personal information by following responsible information-handling practices that are in keeping with privacy laws.Please visit ourwebsitefor more information on the YMCA of Three Rivers’ commitment to privacy.

Please note that due to the large volume of applications received, only candidates being considered for the position will be contacted.