Early Learning Childcare Educator

Hourly Rate
Enhanced Support Educator - Early Childhood Assistant
Enhanced Support Educator - Early Learning Facilitator
Enhanced Support Educator - Registered Early Childhood Educator
Kateri Tekakwitha YMCA Child Care Centre
Employment Type: Contract Part Time Hourly (Jan 2024-Jun 2024)
Anticipated Start Date: January 29, 2024
Deadline to Apply: January 26, 2024 at 5:00 pm
Join our professional and passionate team of early childhood educators. The YMCA of Greater Toronto is the largest not-for-profit provider of licensed child care in Canada and we have been making a positive difference in our community by providing quality childcare for over 50 years!
You will plan and deliver a consistent child-centred program in accordance with our YMCA Playing to Learn curriculum (0-6 year olds) and the YMCA Place to Connect curriculum (6-12 year olds). We are committed to providing you with opportunities to develop your knowledge, skills and career while you enhance the experience of the children and families that we serve.
Work collaboratively within a team at the child care program setting to provide an inclusive program for children with developmental and behavioural special needs.
Collaborate with other agencies and partners to identify individual strengths and goals for individual children.
Assist the centre team in the planning, development and implementation of children's Individual Support Plans. Delivers interventions or strategies as set out in the Individual Support Plan.
Supervise and assist individuals or groups of children during daily routines and activities.
Role model behaviour management strategies for co-workers and promotes discussion and problem solving within the team to best meet the needs of the children identified as requiring enhanced support.
Assist children with personal and medical care which may include administration of medication, feeding, dressing, toileting, hygiene, lifting and positioning and assistance with mobility
Provide quality compassionate care and support to children and their families
Build positive relationships with children and seek opportunities to deepen connections with parents and families keeping them up to date on their child's progress
Be a creative play partner who is actively engaged with the children and makes learning fun
Independently ensure the safety and supervision of children at all times, while working alone and/or with other Child Care Educators
Understand and comply with provincial (CCEYA), municipal and YMCA policies and procedures
Observe and expand on children's learning opportunities and complete required documentation of children's development and interactions.
Clean and sanitize child care spaces, toys and equipment; Prepare and serve food following YMCA health and safety protocols and procedures
Attend required curriculum training and professional development opportunities. Enhanced Program Support Educator - Registered Early Childhood Educator:
An Early Childhood Educator Diploma
Registered (or proof that registration is in process) and in good standing in the College of Early Childhood Educators (CECE)
Enhanced Program Support Educator - Early Learning Facilitator:

• Degree or Diploma in Child and Youth Work /Child and Youth Care or Bachelors of Education or Social Service Worker or Social Work or Recreation and Leisure
• Candidates with a Bachelor of Education must be registered with the Ontario College of Teachers to be eligible for the Early Learning Facilitator rate of pay

Minimum of six months' experience working with young children
Training/experience/volunteering in a field that relates to the needs of children with Special Needs or differing abilities/diagnosis
Experience working in a licensed child care setting an asset
Resource Teacher/ Consultant, Early Interventionist, Behavioural Science (i.e. ABA, IBI), Non-Violent Crisis Prevention and Intervention certification or equivalent an asset
Knowledge of behaviour management theory, strategies, and techniques
Up-to-date immunizations required by Public Health
picking up a child
Ability to work outdoors for at least 2 hours daily year-round; Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and building a sense of belonging
Focus on the health, safety and wellbeing of all children, youth, and vulnerable people in YMCA programs including understanding legal and moral obligations related to reporting suspected child abuse to Child Protection Services
YMCA Competencies: Accountable, Relationship-Builder, Improvement-Orientated, Team Player & Leader, Equity and Wellbeing Promoter
The YMCA of Greater Toronto is a charity that ignites the potential in people, helping them grow, lead, and give back to their communities. We are committed to helping our employees reach their full potential and are recognized as a great place to work. We offer meaningful jobs and the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of individuals and the health of our communities. Joining the Y means contributing to over 165 years of providing opportunities for people to shine through programs and services like health and fitness, licensed child care, camps, employment and immigrant services, education and training, and services for youth, families, and seniors. Learn more in our 2020-2025 strategic plan, Ignite the Light , which outlines how we are focused on boosting well-being and promoting equity across the Greater Toronto Area.
The YMCA of Greater Toronto is committed to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging. We strive to remove barriers to employment and recognize that diverse staff who reflect the communities we work in enrich the experiences of our participants and our team. As an equal opportunity employer, we invite applications from all qualified candidates including racialized people/people of colour, Indigenous Peoples, disabled people/people with disabilities and members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities.
In keeping with our commitment to safety and child protection, job offers are contingent on the successful completion of a Police Records Check.