Barrie School Age ECE [Canada]

 

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Looking for Talented Early Childhood 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.

LOCATION: Barrie & surrounding area

POSITION: School Age ECE

REQUIRED AVAILABILITY: part-time, Monday to Friday approximately 25 hours/week; between the hours 7:00-9:30am & 2:30-6:00pm

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS & 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

Benefits:

• Complimentary access to virtual and/or in-person opportunities promoting health and fitness

Director Approved Early Childhood Educator:
Qualifications:

• Actively enrolled in Early Childhood Education/Early Childhood Practitioner OR Child & Youth Work Diploma OR Rec & Leisure Diploma OR Bachelor of Education*

o *must be registered with Ontario College of Teachers to be eligible

o Minimum of 2 years experience (paid or volunteer) working with children in a professional setting

Benefits:

• Complimentary access to virtual and/or in-person opportunities promoting health and fitness

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 child-centred 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.

GENERAL JOB KNOWLEDGE/QUALIFICATIONS:

• Passion for working with children and providing quality play-based learning within a licensed childcare setting
• Well-developed 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 non-visible 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 year-round; may be exposed to heat, humidity or cold

Successful candidates will be required to provide the following prior to first day of work:

• Up-to-date Standard First Aid and CPR (Level C) certification
• Successful completion of Police Records Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening within the last 6 months
• Up-to-date immunizations

We wish to express our appreciation to all applicants for their interest in this position; however only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Please be advised that all offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a Police Records Check and Vulnerable Sector Screening.

The YMCA of Simcoe/Muskoka is committed to fair and accessible employment practices. Our goal is a diverse, inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. Individuals needing employment accommodation in the hiring process or job postings in an alternative format may contact the Human Resources department.

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