Early Child Care Educator- Before/after School

**Stratford-Perth - Early Childhood Educator School Age (RECE, ECE)**

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Position_**

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Hours Per Day Varies by Region & Centre_**

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Starting Hourly Rate_**

Early Child Care Educator

Hours will be based on operational needs of the program (bell times vary)

$19.70
**up to additional $2/hour

Registered Early Childhood Educator

Hours will be based on operational needs of the program (bell times vary)

$21.91
**up to additional $4/hour

***Provincial and Regional funding grants will be earned in addition to guaranteed salary/hourly compensation rates**

**Location**:Stratford
- Perth
- **Work Hours**:
**Part-Time Hourly**:Must** at minimum be available to work Monday to Friday, between approximately 2:30pm-6:00pm (varies by location)
10 Month (September to June)
- **Split Shift**:Must** be available to work Monday to Friday, between approximately 7:00am-9:00am **AND** 2:30pm-6:00pm (varies by location)
10 Month (September to June)
- **Employment Type**: Part Time, Permanent
- **Number of Vacancies**: 4
- **Anticipated Start Date**: Immediate
- **Deadline to Apply**: January 15, 2025
- **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 part time team members receive vacation earnings of 4% on each pay. To support your overall well-being, we also offer 3 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

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Are you a passionate professional who has experience working with children? As Canada’s largest not-for-profit child care provider, the YMCA plays a leading role in offering quality care and education to all young children in our communities across Guelph and Wellington Counties, Stratford-Perth, and Waterloo Regions._**

You will plan and implement a child-centred program in accordance with our Playing to Learn curriculum (0-6 year old) 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 we serve.
- **In this role, you will**
- Provide quality compassionate care and support to children and their families
- Build positive relationships with children and see opportunities to deepen connections with parents and families keeping them up to date on their child’s progress.
- Be a creative play partner who is actively engaged with the children and makes learning fun.
- Ensure supervision and safety of children al all times; understand and comply with provincial (CCEYA), municipal and YMCA policies and procedures.
- Observe and expand on children’s learning opportunities and complete required documentation of children’s development and interactions.
- Listen to and respond to children’s needs which include diapering and assisting children with toileting.
- Clean and sanitize child care spaces, toys and equipment; serve food following YMCA health and safety protocols and procedures.
- Attend required curriculum training and professional development opportunities. Maintain qualifications and certifications as required by the YMCA and provincial standards.

**What you will bring**

**Registered Early Childhood Educator**:

- An Early Childhood Educator Diploma
- Registered (or proof that registration is in process) and in good standing in the College of Early Childhood Educators (CECE)

**Early Child Care Educator**:

- Degree or Diploma in Child and Youth Work /Child and Youth Care or Bachelors of Education or Social Service Worker or Social Work or Recreation and Leisure
- High School Diploma
- Currently enrolled in any child related post secondary program

**General Qualifications**:

- Any experience working with young children, volunteer and placement experience will also be considered
- Valid Standard First Aid and CPR Level C certification prior to the first day of work
- Up-to-date immunizations required by Public Health
- Ability to use frequent light to medium physical effort: lifting up to 20 kg (44 lbs.), bending and stooping; picking up a child
- Ability to work outdoors for at least 1 hour daily year-round; may be exposed to heat, humidity or cold
- Flexibility and adaptability regarding assigned working hours
- Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and building a sense of belonging
- Applicants are required to be a minimum of 18 years of age or older as per Ministry guidelines
- Legally entitled to work in Canada

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