Join the YMCA Newcomer Services Team!
Be the Spark! Join our passionate team and be the spark that ignites the potential in others. YMCA of Southwestern Ontario is one of the largest not-for-profit providers of licensed child care in Canada, offers settlement services to newcomers to Canada, operates 2 overnight camps and 16 Health & Fitness branches across Southwestern Ontario, and we have been making a positive difference in the communities we serve for over 50 years!

Position: Supply Care for Newcomer Children Educator (RECE)

Start Date: As soon as possible

Qualifications & Experience:
• Experience working with children 0-12 years in a work or school placement setting
• Plans to enroll, or in current pursuit of a diploma in Early Childhood Education or in pursuit or holds a diploma or a degree in a related field of study is an asset
• Early Childhood Education graduates must be registered (or proof that registration is in process) and in good standing in the College of Early Childhood Educators (CECE)
• Graduates in a related field of study must be members of their associations as required
• Valid Standard First Aid and CPR Level C certification or include the date of training scheduled within the next three months. Training cost and time is at the expense of the applicant and not reimbursed
• Applicants are required to be a minimum of 18 years of age or older to acquire a current Vulnerable Criminal Reference Check (less than 6 months old)
• Up-to-date immunizations required by Public Health, Ministry of Education and YMCASWO
• Ability to use frequent light to medium physical effort: lifting to 20 kg (44 lbs.), bending, and stooping
• Legally entitled to work in Canada

Compensation/Benefits:
• A YMCA personal membership at our health and fitness branches
• A discount on our Childcare and Camp programs
• Vacation entitlement in accordance with the employment standards regulations
• Complimentary access to wellness and counselling services

Schedule:
• On Call for shifts Monday through Friday 8:45am to 3:15pm

• Shifts are scheduled in advance whenever possible


Responsibilities:
• Plan and deliver a consistent child-centered program in accordance with our CNC Emergent Curriculum (0–6-year-olds)
• Be committed to diversity, equity, inclusion and building a sense of belonging
• Provide quality compassionate care and support to children and their families
• Ensure supervision and safety of children at all times; Understand and comply with provincial (CCEYA), municipal, CMAS and YMCA policies and procedures
• Embrace and exemplify the Y’s core values

We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

The YMCA of Southwestern Ontario is committed to providing a barrier-free environment for all stakeholders including our members/participants, employees, job applicants, suppliers, and any visitors who may enter our premises, access our information, or use our services.

As an organization, we respect and uphold the requirements set forth under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (2005), and its associated standards and regulations.