Child Care Team Leader - Etobicoke, Canada - YMCA of Greater Toronto

YMCA of Greater Toronto

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Etobicoke, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Salary Rate:
$45,720 - Check out the YMCA's total compensation package

Location:
Norseman YMCA Child Care Centre

Work Hours: 9:30am-6:00pm and 7:30am-4:00pm

- rotating weekly

Employment Type:
Regular Full Time Salaried

Number of Vacancies: 1

Anticipated Start Date:
April 18, 2023

Deadline to Apply:
April 7, 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:

Assists staff in planning and implementing quality programs, consistent and in accordance with YMCA standards.
Demonstrates thorough knowledge of the regulations and operating standards of the YMCA of Greater Toronto, municipal and provincial governments and ensures programs run in accordance to these directives.
Develops and demonstrates an awareness and understanding of community and responds to identified needs. Develops and sustains good relations with school principals and school staff. Develops and sustains good working relationships with provincial and municipal authorities.
Ensures all data requirements of the provincial funder and local school board are accurately completed in the timelines provide; assists in managing program financial plans and to achieve program nets.
Develops and sustains good working relationships with multilocation team, acting as a role model for staff, while providing coaching and mentoring to the team; assists with leadership and assists in planning and implementing staff meetings and team trainings; shares resources and assists other programs as required.
Attends professional development workshops, trainings and meetings.
Demonstrates appropriate behaviours in line with our Mission, Vision and Values as reflected in our YMCA competencies; takes a member focused approach to increase their understanding of programs offered across the Association. Represents the YMCA and the Association in a professional manner.
Understands the legal responsibilities and moral imperative to report suspected child abuse to Children's Aid Society.
Understands the importance of the volunteer staff partnership and integrates the value of philanthropy and volunteerism in dealings with members, volunteers, donors and staff.
Other duties as assigned.

You bring:

Early Childhood Educator diploma;
Must be registered and a member in good standing in the College of Early Childhood Educators (CECE)
Minimum of 2 years previous experience in children or family programs
Previous experience in providing coaching to colleagues preferred
A capacity to give leadership to and to develop management skills
Ability to work within a multiservice, charitable organization
Knowledge and understanding of YMCA School Age curriculum, the Day Nurseries Act and Region of Toronto Municipal Operating Criteria
Strong organizational skills and ability to effectively prioritize responsibilities
Welldeveloped interpersonal, and relationship building skills; ability to establish rapport and excellent communication with members, staff and volunteers
Excellent written communication skills

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 services for youth, families, and seniors.

Learn more in our strategic plan, _Ignite the Light_,_ which outlines how we are focused on boosting well-b