Educator, Child Care Services - Orleans, Canada - YMCA Ottawa

YMCA Ottawa

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Orleans, Canada

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Description

Position:
Educator, Child Care Services (Avalon Y Location)

Location:
Y Avalon, 2080 Portobello Blvd., Orléans, ON

Type:
Part-time contract, Monday to Friday until June 30, 2023, preferred start as soon as possible $17.62 per hour with $2/hour wage enhancement

Preferred start date:
Monday, Jan 23, 2023

Closing date:
Tuesday, Jan 31, 2023

Overview:

As one of the largest charitable community service organizations in Canada, the YMCA of the National Capital Region responds to critical social needs in the community and works to provide lasting solutions.

Serving thousands of people across our region annually, we are a leader and valued partner in creating a vibrant and healthy community where everyone belongs and can reach their full potential.

This position requires a commitment to the Y mission and core values of responsibility, honesty, caring, respect, and inclusion, which form the foundation of all Y programs and services.

Working for the Y

Are you looking to use your skills and unique gifts to make a real difference in your community? The YMCA of the National Capital Region is a great workplace committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, where different backgrounds, experiences, and identities are appreciated and celebrated.

The YMCA provides hundreds of employees with meaningful jobs and the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of individuals and the health of our communities.

We recognize the contributions of our staff through innovative practices, great benefits, and growth opportunities.

Whether you are starting in your career or a seasoned professional, you will find many exciting opportunities to achieve your personal and career goals.

Some of the benefits of working for the Y include:

What we offer

At the Y, you will be part of a vibrant and diverse network of people whose shared vision is to change lives and make our communities home to the healthiest children, teens, adults, and families.

Our competitive wage and benefit package include:

Free Y membership.
Discounted Y program fees (including health & fitness programs, child care, and camps)
Access to an Employee Assistance Program

What do you offer?
***The educator will function as a team member responsible for the development and maintenance of high-quality programs for children and families. This person will be an active part of the service delivery team for Licensed Child Care.

The educator is accountable to the Senior Coordinator, Child Care for the implementation of the program for a specific age group by program policies and philosophy.

The program should meet the needs of the individual child with concerns for his or her interests, special needs, talents, and individual style for and pace of learning.

The educator must be courteous and professional in dealing with parents, all members, and the general public.

The educator is a role model to staff, children, and customers, and must exemplify YMCA values, and maintain a high standard of work ethic.

Some of the tasks of this position include:

Create an educational, safe, clean, and enjoyable environment for children by planning and implementing age-appropriate programs to meet children's social, emotional, physical, educational, and individual needs under the Y Playing to Learn curriculum.
Foster selfesteem, problemsolving, and conflictresolution skills in children.
Develop and maintain constructive and open communication with staff.
Understand and follow through on all YMCA policies, procedures, and guidelines, as outlined in the Policies and Procedures manual and Parent Handbook.
Participate in a teamteaching approach in the supervision of the children and the development of the program.
The preparation of snack and housekeeping duties for the Child Care Programs on a rotational basis with other educators

What qualifications and abilities are we looking for?

At the YMCA of the National Capital Region, we strive to ensure our employees are a fit based on their strengths, interests, and future goals.

Education

ECE diploma or CECE recognized equivalency as an asset

Language

Fluent in English, oral and written

Experience, Abilities & Skills

Member in good standing of the College of Early Childhood Educators of Ontario as required
Minimum two years of experience working with children
Current Standard First Aid and CPR 'C' Certifications
Highly motivated, enthusiastic, and responsible individual with strong leadership skills committed to the healthy development of children
High level of interpersonal and written skills

Additional Requirements:

Applicants must already have a valid permit to work in Canada.
Current Standard First Aid and CPR 'C' Certifications
Criminal Reference Check for the Vulnerable Sector, not more than 6 months old is required
Annually all staff must complete the mandatory training for Protecting Children, Youth, and Vulnera