Ymca Early Childhood Educator

2 days ago

Martensville, Canada YMCA of Saskatoon Full time

Join our professional and passionate team of Early Childhood Educators at the YMCA Child Development Centre in Martensville. The YMCA of Saskatoon has been a trusted not-for-profit provider of licensed child care for over 40 years, making a positive difference in the lives of children, families, and our community.

At the Y, you’ll have the opportunity to plan and deliver a child-centered program using our YMCA Playing to Learn curriculum. While you help children grow and thrive, we’ll support your career development, learning, and success.

**In this role, you will**:

- Provide high-quality, compassionate care and support to children and families.
- Build positive relationships with children and maintain open communication with parents about their child’s progress.
- Be an engaged, creative play partner who makes learning fun.
- Ensure the safety and supervision of children at all times, following YMCA, provincial, and municipal policies.
- Observe, document, and expand on children’s learning experiences.
- Support children’s needs, including diapering and toileting.
- Clean and sanitize play spaces, toys, and equipment; prepare and serve food following YMCA health and safety protocols.
- Understand the responsibility to report suspected child abuse in accordance with YMCA policy.
- Participate in curriculum training and professional development opportunities.
- Maintain all required qualifications and certifications.

**What you bring**:

- Early Childhood Educator Certificate: Level 1, 2, or 3 (issued by the Ministry of Saskatchewan).
- Current Standard First Aid & CPR-C certification (or ability to obtain prior to first day).
- Minimum of 1 year experience working with young children.
- Ability to use frequent light to medium physical effort (lifting up to 20 kg/44 lbs., bending, stooping, picking up children).
- Ability to work outdoors in all seasons.
- Flexibility with assigned working hours.
- Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and fostering a sense of belonging.
- Minimum age of 18 (per Ministry guidelines).

**What you’ll gain**:

- A meaningful role where you can make a difference every day.
- Ongoing training, mentorship, and career growth opportunities.
- Competitive compensation and benefits package.
- A workplace that values diversity, inclusion, and community impact.

**About the YMCA of Saskatoon**:
For more than 100 years, the YMCA of Saskatoon has been creating opportunities for people to grow, connect, and thrive through health and fitness, licensed child care, camps, and programs for youth, families, and seniors. We are proud to be recognized as a great place to work, where employees are supported to reach their full potential.

Please note: Job offers are contingent on a successful Police Records Check with Vulnerable Sector search. Reliable transportation is required.

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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