Child Care Educator - Scarborough, Canada - YMCA of Greater Toronto
Description
_PAY RATE IS BASED ON POSITION AND TIME PORTION - SALARIES BELOW REFLECT A 100% TIME PORTION-7.5 hours per day_
_Position_
_ Salary Grade_
_ Annual Salary (100% Time Portion - 7.5 hours per day)_
_ Hourly Rate_
Early Childhood Assistant
Grade 6
$35,600/year
$18.25
Early Learning Facilitator
Grade 9
$42,200/year
$21.64
Registered Early Childhood Educator (RECE)
Grade 9
$44,850/year
$23.00
Check out the YMCA's total compensation package
Location:
David Lewis YMCA
Work Hours:
Must be available to work between 730am-6pm
Employment Type:
Contract Full Time Salaried (February 1,2023 to September 1, 2023)
Number of Vacancies: 1
Potential Start Date:
February 1,2023
Application Deadline:
January 30, 2023
Be the Spark 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.
In this role, you will:
- 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
- Ensure supervision and safety of children at all times; 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.
- Listen to and respond to children's needs which includes diapering and assisting children with toileting
- Clean and sanitize child care spaces, toys and equipment; Prepare and serve food following YMCA health and safety protocols and procedures
- Understands the legal responsibilities and moral imperative to report suspected child abuse to Child Protection Services
- Attend required curriculum training and professional development opportunities. Maintain qualifications and certifications as required by the YMCA and provincial standards.
You bring:
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)
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
- High School Diploma
General Qualifications:
- Minimum of six months' experience working with young children
- Valid Standard First Aid and CPR Level C certification prior to the first day of work
- Uptodate immunizations required by Public Health
- Ability to use frequent light to medium physical effort: lifting up to 20 kg (44 lbs.), bending and stooping; picking up a child
- Ability to work outdoors for at least 2 hours daily yearround; may be exposed to heat, humidity or cold
- Flexibility and adaptability regarding assigned working hours
- Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and building a sense of belonging
- Applicants are required to be a minimum of 18 years of age or older as per Ministry guidelines
- Legally entitled to work in Canada
What you need to succeed:
- Commitment to the YMCA's Mission, Vision and Values
- 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
Why work for the YMCA?
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.
See what you can expect from the YMCA here.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
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