Registered Early Childhood Educator

YMCA of Northeastern Ontario; Timmins; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team at a forward-thinking organization committed to nurturing the development of children. As a Registered Early Childhood Educator, you will play a vital role in fostering a safe and enriching environment for children aged 0 to 12. This full-time position offers the chance to make a meaningful impact in the lives of families and children while adhering to best practices in early childhood education. With a strong emphasis on professional development and community engagement, this role is perfect for passionate educators looking to grow in their careers. Embrace the opportunity to inspire and support the next generation in a vibrant community setting.

Benefits

Free Personal Membership

Discounts for Day Camps

Paid Vacation Days

Employee Assistance Program

Team Bonding Events

Flexible Hours

Hybrid Work Options

Qualifications

• Diploma in Early Childhood Education required, with WES for foreign credentials.
• Minimum 2 years experience working with children or youth.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety and cleanliness in program areas as per health guidelines.
• Plan and deliver educational programming following YMCA curricula.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Child Care Knowledge

First Aid and CPR

Education

Early Childhood Education Diploma

Membership with College of Early Childhood Educators

Tools

YMCA Playing to Learn Certification

Job description

Posted Wednesday, March 5, 2025 at 5:00 AM | Expires Thursday, March 20, 2025 at 3:59 AM

The YMCA of Northeastern Ontario has been serving our local communities for over 180 years and we are committed to supporting our local families, children, adults, youth and seniors in our various programs and services today.

At the YMCA, our values and purpose drive everything that we do. As a charity, we’ve championed values of empathy, health, trustworthy, inclusiveness, respect and responsibility. Helping people develop a healthy spirit, mind and body and inspiring a sense of social responsibility is the cornerstone of our legacy of caring.

This job posting is for an existing vacancy and is intended to fill a current position within our organization.

We are currently looking for a Registered Early Childhood Educator to join our team of committed professionals. These full-time positions within the Association are at various locations throughout the City of Timmins. Under the leadership of the Supervisor of Child, Youth and Family Development (CYFD), the Registered Early Childhood Educator (RECE) is the lead staff in their classroom and/or age grouping and is responsible for the overall health, safety and well-being of the children in their care (0 to 12 years). The RECE will ensure all YMCA Policies, Procedures and legislations as outlined in the Ministry of Education’s Child Care Early Year Act (2014) are compliant at all times. The Registered Early Childhood Educator will support the Early Learning Assistant and/or Early Learning Facilitator as required to ensure the delivery of safe, high-quality child care. The Registered Early Childhood Educator is responsible for bringing forward any health, safety or well-being concerns immediately to their supervisor.

START DATE: March 24, 2025

LOCATION: Timmins, ON

RATE OF PAY: $22.10 per hour

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS

• Early Childhood Education Diploma (two- or three-year program) *for education completed outside of Canada, applicants are required to submit a WES with their application
• Membership with the College of Early Childhood Educators in good standing
• 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
• 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
• Current and satisfactory Police Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure all program areas are clean and safe before, during and after use, as per local Public Health and YMCA Procedures
• Plan, prepare and deliver high-quality educational programming, by following the YMCA’s National curricula
• Observe, assess, and record the skills, abilities, interests and needs of the children through written documentation, and open communication with families and approved community partners
• Be a support, mentor and coach for Early Learning Assistants, Early Learning Facilitators, and placement students
• Exhibit professional, confident, and positive relationships with all families and community partners

What We Offer

• Free Personal Membership and Family Membership
• Discounts for day camps and recreational programs, summer camp and licensed child care for toddlers up to school-age
• Paid vacation days and paid sick/personal days
• Employee and Family Assistance Program that includes short-term mental health supports such as counselling and online courses, and lifestyle coaching which includes legal and financial counselling
• Team bonding and employee recognition events
• Opportunity to explore a wide range of jobs and functions
• Flexible hours and scheduling, and hybrid work options, depending on role

HOW TO APPLY

If you would like to work in a family-friendly environment, please apply, by website only, with a cover letter and resume by March 19, 2025 to the attention of: Personnel Committee

**This position may be entitled to a Ministry of Education Wage Enhancement Grant (WEG) of up to an additional $2.00/hour for qualifying positions within a licensed child care program at the YMCA. The YMCA submits an application annually for all entitled positions. The WEG is approved by the local Municipality and Ministry of Education, and is a government initiative to enhance the wages of child care educators. The WEG is not guaranteed by the YMCA, and can be withdrawn by the Ministry of Education.

Please ensure that your cover letter and resume both specify the job title of the position that you are applying for.

All applicants are thanked for their interest in this position. However, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. If contacted and you require a disability-related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, you must advise the Human Resources Department.

Please note that successful candidates will be required to submit a current and satisfactory Police Record with Vulnerable Sector Check for review prior to starting employment. Police records are reviewed on an individual basis, and any offences are considered in relation to the nature of the position and its responsibilities, particularly in working with children and vulnerable populations. A positive record does not automatically disqualify a candidate from employment.

Please note that candidates invited for an interview will be required to submit three professional references.

YMCA of Northeastern Ontario is an equal opportunity employer that is dedicated to maintaining a fair and equitable work environment. All of our employees and job applicants will be promoted or employed solely on the basis of their abilities and qualifications.

Educational credentials completed outside of Canada require a copy of your World Education Services documents (WES) along with your credentials. If you do not have a WES document, please visit https://www.wes.org/ca/. Applications submitted without a WES document will not be considered.