School Age Child Care, Administrator

YMCA of the Cedar Rapids Metro Area; San Juan de Terranova; On-site; CAD 34,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Wage grid alignment with provincial EC

ECE Grant

$50 Christmas gift card

4% vacation pay

12 paid holidays

Bursaries through AECENL

Paid emergency closures

Referral program

Employee recognition programs

Free YMCA membership

Staff discount on programs

Fees covered: memberships, checks, and

Uniforms

Job summary

The YMCA of Newfoundland and Labrador offers licensed school age child care at or near various schools throughout the Avalon region. We are seeking an Administrator to join our Child Care team. This is a contract position until June 2027 at St.

Andrew's Elementary School. Applicants must have an Early Childhood Education Diploma or Degree, or related credentials; Level 2 AECENL School Age Certification; possess First Aid; and be able to obtain required background checks.

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 2 AECENL Child Care Certification with School Age Classification.
• ASL is considered an asset.
• Criminal Record Checks and Vulnerable Sector Checks are reviewed on an individual basis.
• Current Standard First Aid

Education

Early Childhood Education Diploma or Degree

AECENL School Age Certification (Level 2)

ASL knowledge is an asset

Job description

School Age Child Care Staff – Part Time, Contract – Avalon Peninsula
Wage Range: $25.00-$35.09/hr (in accordance to the provincial ECE wage grid)
Job Competition #: SACC-STAFF-PT

The YMCA has been part of life in Newfoundland and Labrador since 1854. Our charity’s core programs of Health, Fitness, and Aquatics; Child Care and Day Camp; and Employment, Enterprise, and Newcomer Services are offered at more than 200 locations and points of delivery in our communities throughout the province. Our focus on inclusiveness and accessibility means we serve people of all ages, backgrounds and abilities through all stages of life.

Join Our Team

The YMCA of Newfoundland & Labrador offers licensed school age child care at or near various schools throughout the Avalon region. We are seeking an Administrator to join our Child Care team. To be employed in the field of early childhood education and to successfully fulfill field placement requirements, students must be able to lift and move children, materials and equipment (up to 50 pounds) on a consistent basis. As well, physical effort, strength and endurance is required in the supervision and care of children, e.g., maintaining balance, kneeling and bending, pushing and pulling strollers and carts, and moving quickly to assist children in emergency situations. This is a contract position until June 2027 at St. Andrew's Elementary School.

Job Requirements

• Early Childhood Education Diploma, or Degree. Or graduated with Child and Youth with Addictions Diploma; or Therapeutic Recreation Diploma; or Community Recreation Leadership Diploma; or Primary Education Degree
• Minimum Level 2 AECENL Child Care Certification with School Age Classification
• American Sign Language (ASL) is considered an asset
• Criminal Record Checks and Vulnerable Sector Checks are reviewed on an individual basis
• Current Standard First Aid

Benefits of Working with the YMCA

• Wage increases in accordance with the provincial ECE wage grid
• ECE Grant
• $50 Christmas gift card
• 4% vacation pay, 12 paid holidays
• Bursaries (if eligible through AECENL)
• Paid time off from emergency closures
• Employee Referral Program – Receive monetary incentives for contributing to our hiring practices
• Employee Recognition Programs
• Enhance your health with a free Health, Fitness and Aquatics YMCA membership
• 10% staff discount to YMCA programs and services (not applicable to child care fees)
• We cover the fees for: AECENL annual membership and orientation courses, waivers , Standard First Aid, Criminal Record Checks and Vulnerable Sector Checks, professional learning fees, and mileage for supply pick up
• Monthly petty cash provided and equipment budget for high quality classroom supplies
• Free uniforms. No more deciding what to wear to work
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement
• Work in an inclusive environment where caring, honesty, diversity, respect and responsibility are lived values

Key Competencies

• Creates a respectful and inclusive environment
• Demonstrates the ability to see the world from a child’s perspective
• Build relationships with people through behaviours such as greeting people by name, anticipating needs and providing feedback
• Demonstrates personal discipline to meet expectations and goals
• Self-manages behaviours, learns from mistakes, and seeks out feedback and coaching
• Reliable and punctual to ensure our team creates a great participant experience

The YMCA of Newfoundland and Labrador is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We are committed to an environment that is barrier-free. If you require accommodation during the hiring process, please inform us in advance to arrange reasonable and appropriate accommodation. We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.