Collingwood/wasaga Beach Child Care Educator - Wasaga Beach, Canada - YMCA of Simcoe/Muskoka

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Looking for Talented Child Care Educators to join our team

If you are currently looking for a position with growth potential and a great place to work, we invite you to join our team and make a difference in the community.


REGION:
Collingwood, Wasaga Beach, Stayner


LOCATIONS:
Birchview Dunes, Worsley, St. Noel, Clearview Meadows, Our Lady of the Bay, Connaught, Cameron Street, Mountain View, St. Mary's, Admiral


POSITION TYPES AND REQUIRED AVAILABILITY:


Supply positions require a minimum of 2 full days or 2 split-shifts (approximately 6:30-9:00am & 3:00-6:00pm) of consistent availability Monday through Friday, in order to be considered for a position.

Opening shifts can start as early as 7:00am and closing shifts end as late as 6:00pm. Shifts are scheduled based on centre needs and will include pre-planned or day-of requests. Shifts may include opening shifts, split-shifts, and closing shifts.

Part-time school age positions require availability to consistently work every day, Monday to Friday, between the hours of 7:00-9:00am & 3:00-6:00pm to be considered for a position.


MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:


  • Minimum 18 years of age
  • Current Standard First Aid and CPR (Level C) certification OR completion of certification within first 90 days of employment
  • Successful completion of Police Records Check with Vulnerable Sector within the last 6 months
  • Uptodate immunizations

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:


  • Ensures all children and youth programs provide quality care, service and support to the participants and their families. Understands and complies with provincial, municipal and YMCA Child Care Guidance Policies.
  • Plans and implements a consistent childcentred program in accordance with YMCA curricula Playing to Learn and A Place to Connect.
  • Maintains qualifications and certifications as required by the YMCA and provincial standards.
  • Completes required documentation of children's development and interactions.
  • Cleans and sanitizes child care spaces, focusing on frequently touched surfaces, equipment, toys, and any other areas or items deemed necessary, following YMCA health and safety protocols and procedures.
  • Identifies the indicators of abuse, and understands the legal responsibilities and moral imperative to report suspected child abuse to Child Protection Services.
  • Seeks opportunities to deepen connections and increase engagement of parents and children in care, providing further opportunities to get involved in other YMCA Programs.
  • 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.
  • Adheres to work schedule to ensure program stays within ratio and provides required adequate notice to supervisor regarding unexpected scheduling changes.
  • Other duties as assigned.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS, SALARY & BENEFITS:


Registered Early Childhood Educator:


Qualifications:


  • Early Childhood Educator Diploma
  • Must be registered and a member in good standing with the College of Early Childhood Educators (CECE) or be willing to obtain registration

Salary & benefits:


  • Rate of pay $21.25/hour
  • Complimentary access to virtual and/or inperson opportunities promoting health and fitness
Director Approved Early Childhood Educator (*only applicable for school age positions as needed):


Qualifications:


  • Actively enrolled in Early Childhood Education/Early Childhood Practitioner OR Child & Youth Work Diploma OR Rec & Leisure Diploma OR Bachelor of Education* *must be registered with Ontario College of Teachers to be eligible
  • Minimum of 2 years experience (paid or volunteer) working with children in a professional setting

Salary & benefits:


  • Rate of pay $20.25/hour
  • Complimentary access to virtual and/or inperson opportunities promoting health and fitness

Early Childhood Assistant:


Qualifications:


  • A minimum of 6 months experience working with young children

Salary & benefits:


  • Rate of pay $18.10/hour
  • Complimentary access to virtual and/or inperson opportunities promoting health and fitness

GENERAL JOB KNOWLEDGE/QUALIFICATIONS:


  • Passion for working with children and providing quality playbased learning within a licensed childcare setting
  • Welldeveloped interpersonal, and relationship building skills; ability to establish rapport with parents, children, staff and volunteers
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Commitment to working in a socially inclusive environment responding with sensitivity and personal awareness to the diverse needs of members including visible and nonvisible dimensions of diversity
  • Ability to use frequent light to medium physical effort: lifting up to 20 kg (44 lbs.), bending and stooping
  • Must be able to work outdoors for at least 2 hours daily yearr

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