School Age Coordinator - Killarney Beach

100 Reasons Y; Killarney Beach (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Complimentary health & fitness options

Employee & Family Assistance Program

Annual paid Wellness Day

Annual recognition pay

Evenings/weekends off; statutory days

12 well-being days per year

Health, Rx, Vision and Dental Ins.

Short-Term & Long-Term Disability and

Job summary

The YMCA of Simcoe/Muskoka is seeking an energetic Early Childhood Educator to join the Lefroy YMCA Before & After School Program in Lefroy, Ontario. You will support children's daily care, play-based learning, and family communication in a licensed childcare setting.

Applicants must have CECE registration or be enrolled in an ECE program, with First Aid/CPR and immunizations up to date; availability Monday to Friday mornings and afternoons, and the ability to lift up to 20 kg and work outdoors

Qualifications

• Minimum 18 years of age.
• First Aid and CPR (Level C) or completion within 90 days.
• Up-to-date immunizations as per local health guidelines.
• Availability Monday to Friday mornings & afternoons, ~30 hours/week.
• Passion for quality play-based learning with children.
• Strong communication with families and staff.
• Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 20 kg.
• Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• CECE registration or enrolled in ECE program or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care to children and monitor health needs.
• Engage children with supervision in groups up to 15.
• Plan and implement play-based learning per YMCA curriculum.
• Maintain professional communication with families and staff.
• Support inclusive environments for children with diverse needs.
• Lead centre activities, maintain safe, organized spaces.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and policies.
• Collaborate with staff and families for successful outcomes.

Skills

First aid & CPR

Interpersonal skills

Verbal & written communication

Outdoor work in all weather

Physical stamina

Education

Registered ECE / CECE or eligible

Job description

Lefroy, Innisfil, ON, Canada

Job Description

Posted Saturday, August 8, 2026 at 4:00 a.m.

Be more th an a teacher; Be more than an instructor;
Be more than a friend; Be the Spark that allows a child to shine.
Join our professional and passionate team of early childhood educators!

Status: full-time, temporary until September 27, 2027

Intended location: Killarney Beach YMCA Before & After School Program, Lefroy

The opportunity: To build healthy, strong, connected communities through nurturing environments for children.

In this role, you will:

• Provide personal care to children, including but not limited to toileting/diaper changing, providing first aid, administering medication, monitoring dietary, allergies & medical conditions
• Actively engage with children and always ensure supervision and safety of children in a group setting of up to 15 children independently
• Plan and implement play-based learning in accordance with YMCA Curriculum
• Ensure positive, professional communication with families, staff and volunteers on an ongoing basis
• Provide an inclusive environment, supporting the needs of all children, including those with exceptional behaviours and additional needs
• Demonstrate appropriate behaviours in line with our Mission, Vision and Values
• Adhere to work schedule to ensure program stays within ratio and provide adequate notice to supervisor regarding unexpected scheduling changes
• Demonstrate flexibility with routines and schedules
• Maintain active and effective communication and information networks within the centre, the staff team and with community agencies working with individual children and families
• Demonstrate thorough knowledge of the regulations and operating standards and ensures centre is run in accordance with all directives, legislations, guidelines and policies.
• Understand and mentor centre team providing strong leadership to implement a safe, accessible, quality, child-centered, early childhood program.
• Give leadership to and works with centre staff to maintain a well organized, accessible, safe and clean child care facility including classrooms, playground, washrooms, cubicles and equipment.
• Develop positive relationships and collaborative partnerships with families. Understand each family’s specific needs and plans for successful outcomes
• Provide quality care to all children in a licensed childcare environment
• Comply with the Child Care Early Years Act, YMCA policies and the YMCA Child Protection Policy
• Other duties as assigned

For this role, you bring:

• Minimum 18 years of age
• Current Standard/Intermediate First Aid and CPR (Level C) certification OR completion of certification within first 90 days of employment
• Up-to-date immunizations or equivalent in accordance with local public health and Child Care Early Years Act
• Availability requirement s: Monday to Friday , 6:15-9:30am & 3:30-6:00pm plus admin hours to equal 30 hours per week
• Passion for working with children and providing quality play-based learning
• Well-developed interpersonal and relationship building skills with families, staff and volunteers
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time, lift up to 20 kg (44 lbs.), and participate in physical activities
• Ability to work outdoors for at least 2 hours daily year-round, in all weather conditions
• Registered Early Childhood Educator *Must be registered and a member in good standing with the College of Early Childhood Educators (CECE) or be willing to obtain registration
  OR actively enrolled in an Early Childhood Education program
  OR Child & Youth Work/Care Diploma
  OR Rec & Leisure Diploma
  OR Bachelor of Education *must be registered with the Ontario College of Teachers to be eligible

Benefits of working with us:

• Complimentary access to virtual and/or in-person opportunities promoting health and fitness
• Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Annual paid Wellness Day
• Annual recognition pay
• Work life balance that offers most evenings and weekends free; all statutory days off
• 12 well-being days per year
• Health, Rx, Vision and Dental Insurance
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance

About us:

The YMCA of Simcoe/Muskoka is a registered charity dedicated to building healthier, stronger communities by promoting physical, mental, and social well-being for all. We offer a wide range of inclusive and affordable programs and services to individuals and families, regardless of their background or financial situation.

Our Y ignites the potential in people, serving over 64,000 individuals across Simcoe County, the District Municipality of Muskoka, and the District of Parry Sound. We are dedicated to creating vibrant, connected communities where everyone belongs.

Our YMCA employs over a thousand staff and hundreds of volunteers who serve tens of thousands of individuals each year in various programs such as child care, camps, health and fitness, leadership development, employment and literacy, immigrant services, and youth programming.

Our commitment is to create a safe and supportive environment where everyone feels welcome and valued. At the Y, we believe in the potential within each person to shine, and through support, positivity, and guidance, we empower individuals to overcome obstacles and achieve their goals. When we help each person shine, we unlock the collective strength of our entire community.

We believe income should never stand in the way of wellbeing. Thanks to the generosity of our donors, we ensure that our inclusive programs and services are accessible to individuals and families across our community through our financial assistance program.

Applications will remain open until filled.

This role is for an existing vacancy that is available or will be available at the time of fulfillment.

We wish to express our appreciation to all applicants for their interest in this position; however only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

In keeping with our commitment to child and youth safeguarding, job offers are contingent on the completion of a current Vulnerable Sector Check and employment reference checks. Vulnerable Sector Checks are reviewed on an individual basis 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.

The YMCA of Simcoe/Muskoka is committed to fair and accessible employment practices. Our goal is a diverse, inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. Each step of our recruitment process is human-led; we do not use artificial intelligence (AI) or automated screening tools. Individuals needing employment accommodation in the hiring process or job postings in an alternative format may contact the recruitment department [e-mail]