EarlyON Designate

Waterloo Region - EarlyON Designate
Location: Waterloo Region
Work Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Employment Type: Full Time, Contract
Number of Vacancies: 1
Anticipated Start Date: December 2024 Contract End Date: December 31, 2025
Deadline to Apply: December 17, 2024
Guaranteed Starting Hourly Rate: $24.00
Total Rewards Package:
Time Away from Work for your Well-being - At the YMCA of Three Rivers, we recognize the importance of work-life harmony All full time team members are entitled to earn 3 weeks of vacation and have the opportunity to earn more as length of service increases. To support your overall well-being, we also offer 12 well-being days that team members use for sick time off or to care proactively for yourself. Bereavement days are also available.
Wellness - The YMCA of Three Rivers is committed to the health and wellness of our teams. Full time employees receive…

• Well-being days that can be used as they are earned
• Access to an Employee (and Family) Assistance Program which provides free and confidential counselling, resources and services
• A free YMCA membership for yourself and your family which can be used to access our fitness centers
• Discounts on programs and services offered by the YMCA including child care services

Pension Plan - All full-time employees have the opportunity to participate in a group pension plan after two consecutive years of employment, employees contribute 5% of their gross earnings per pay which is matched by the Y. After three consecutive years of full-time service, participation in the YMCA pension plan is mandatory.
Healthcare and Dental Benefits - The YMCA of Three Rivers offers full time employees a comprehensive group benefit package (after 3-months from start date) that includes: Prescription drugs, Basic dental coverage, Professional services such as Registered Massage Therapist, Physiotherapist, Psychologist, Psychotherapist, Chiropractor and Naturopath, Vision care.
Are you a passionate professional with extensive knowledge of the early years and family support? Are you driven by work that matters and the knowledge that your success makes a difference in the lives of children and families?
EarlyON Child and Family Centres support all children, parents and caregivers in learning, growing and connecting – together. This aligns with Ontario’s renewed vision for the early years and child care, where all children and families have access to a range of high-quality, inclusive and affordable early years and child care programs and services that are centred around children and families, and contribute to children’s learning, development and well-being.
The YMCA of Three Rivers is one of the community’s largest non-profit organizations. We are dedicated to the enrichment of our communities through the development of people and families. Through our work, we foster belonging and wellbeing, and dedicate ourselves to building a healthy and vibrant community every day and we know EarlyON Child and Family Centres are an important piece of this work. That’s where you come in.
What you will do…

• To assist in ensuring the centre is offering quality, age and developmentally appropriate care, programs, and services that meet and/or exceed the regulations outlined by the Child Care and Early Years Act (2014); the Municipality; the Public Health Unit; and the policies, procedures and protocols outlined by the YMCA of Three Rivers, Ministry of Education, EarlyON leadership and/or the Region of Waterloo as CMSM.
• Ensures that all requirements of the EarlyON curriculum as outlined on the PRL and within How Does Learning Happen? and the Kindergarten Program are supported.
• Provides curriculum champion support to staff, students and volunteers by mentoring and coaching on the facilitation of EarlyON programs and services and tours as requested by the EarlyON Supervisor and in alignment with quality framework expectations.
• Ensures that the Child Protection Policy is being followed – bring concerns to the prompt attention to the EarlyON Supervisor/Child Protection Lead.
• Ensures all EarlyON Best Practices are being followed – bringing concerns to the prompt attention to the EarlyON Supervisor and/or other EarlyON Lead.
• Primary responsibility when a Supervisor/Lead is not onsite for non-emergency incidents/accidents/situations that occur onsite as requested by the EarlyON Lead. Completing follow up with the EarlyON Lead within one business day in writing.
• Primary responsibility to connect with the Supervisor/On-call Leader by phone call for urgent, emergency, or other instances as outlined in the Emergency Binder, Child Protection, or as part of our Serious Occurrence Protocols as requested by the EarlyON Lead. Escalating to On-Call Leader or Operational Manager as needed.
• Support supervisor and team in program or environmental planning in alignment with EarlyON pedagogy and principles of family support; modeling open-ended questions, lens of curiosity and a willingness to learn alongside of others as co-learners.
• Peer-Reviewing written reflections and documentation weekly with the lens to proof-reading, and alignment with expectations as outlined on the PRL and in Core Training; and providing feedback to team members in consultation with EarlyON Lead.
• Checking to ensure anything posted within the centre is current and aligns with EarlyON expectations.
• Maintains effective and positive communication within the YMCA of Three Rivers as an organization, and with children, parents and community contacts.
• Support with administrative tasks such as photocopying, non-confidential filing, printing, laminating, and providing oversight of inventories and purchasing lists.
• Extended hours leadership support to team in-person or on call and/or extended hours coverage either in rotation with EarlyON Supervisor/Assistant Supervisor or as a regular schedule as requested by EarlyON Supervisor.
• Provide team with onsite attestation review to approve current visit and to provide KEyON support when Admin/Leader support can not be reached.
• Support with coverage across EarlyON | Waterloo Region locations depending on need.
• Models appropriate behaviours to staff in line with our Mission, Vision and Values; establishes rapport and maintains effective relationship-building behaviours with staff, participants and community members. Represents the YMCA of Three Rivers in a professional manner in internal and external forums
• Attends meetings as required.
• Attends Y events/EarlyON Community events and encourages staff to attend, participate, volunteer, etc.
• Demonstrate problem solving skills; communication skills; and customer service excellence.
• Assisting EarlyON leads with meeting preparation and facilitation.
• Demonstrate a knowledge of Health & Safety policies and ensure they are implemented
• Any other responsibilities/duties as assigned.

What you will bring…
You are a Registered Early Childhood Educator (RECE). You have knowledge and expertise in child development and play and inquiry based learning. You have experience creating environments that nurture relationships for children, parents and caregivers based on the latest evidence and research. You have a demonstrated knowledge How Does Learning Happen? Ontario’s Pedagogy for the Early Years and experience delivering high quality early years programs. Relationship building, communication, adaptability, creativity and innovation, and teamwork are key competencies you rely on in your day-to-day work.
What you will gain…
You will be an integral part of the EarlyON team in a community where families feel that they belong and are valuable contributors to their children’s learning, influencing positive outcomes for children and their families in the early years and beyond. Overall, you will join a dynamic team and an organization that has massive impact across our community. You will be joining a local organization but you’ll also be part of a global movement. Your work will have impact and the community we all call home will be a little better every day because of you. Daytime, evenings and weekends may be required.
This role requires regular travel across the region, which may not always be easily accessible through public transit. The employee must be able to arrange their own transportation to these sites. A valid G driver’s license and full time vehicle access are strongly recommended.
Please note: As an organization committed to the safety and well-being of children, youth and other vulnerable populations, we prioritize the protection of those under our care. All employees must meet specific requirements, including obtaining a clear Police Vulnerable Sector Check and providing three professional references.
The YMCA of Three Rivers proudly serves the communities of Guelph-Wellington, Stratford-Perth, and Waterloo Region. Our purpose is to make our diverse communities healthier and more vibrant. With dignity and respect, our programs and services inspire individuals to reach their full potential. Learn more about our history, mission, vision, and values here.
The YMCA of Three Rivers embraces diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace, welcoming applications from all qualified persons. Our goal is to attract, develop and retain highly talented employees from diverse backgrounds, allowing us to benefit from a wide variety of experiences and perspectives.
In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, accommodation will be provided at any point throughout the hiring process, provided the candidate makes their accommodation need known to the YMCA of Three Rivers. The YMCA of Three Rivers complies with the Employment Standards Act, Pay Equity Legislation and privacy laws. In keeping with privacy laws, we are committed to protecting personal information by following responsible information handling practices. For more information on the YMCA of Three Rivers’ commitment to privacy, please visit our website.
Please note that due to the large volume of applications received, only candidates being considered for the position will be contacted.
To explore additional career opportunities with the YMCA of Three Rivers, please visit our Career Page.

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