See more Collapse

Early Childhood Assistant

1 month ago


Bowmanville, Canada YMCA Greater Toronto Full time

Salary: $ 40,950 - Rate of pay is inclusive of provincial wage funding
Check out the YMCA’s

Location: Dr. Ross Tilley YMCA Centre

Work Hours: Must be available to work 7:00am-6:00pm, Monday to Friday.

Employment Type: Regular Full Time Salaried

Number of Vacancies: 1

Anticipated Start Date: June 17, 2024

Deadline to Apply: June 7, 2024 at 5:00 pm

Be the Spark Join our professional and passionate team of early childhood educators. The YMCA of Greater Toronto is the largest not-for-profit provider of licensed child care in Canada and we have been making a positive difference in our community by providing quality childcare for over 50 years

You will plan and deliver a consistent child-centred program in accordance with our curriculum (0-6 year olds) and the 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 that we serve.

In this role, you will:

Provide quality compassionate care and support to children and their families Build positive relationships with children and seek 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 Independently ensure the safety and supervision of children at all times, while working alone and/or with other Child Care Educators 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 includes diapering and assisting children with toileting Clean and sanitize child care spaces, toys and equipment; Prepare and serve food following YMCA health and safety protocols and procedures Understand the legal responsibilities and moral imperative to report suspected child abuse to Child Protection Services Attend required curriculum training and professional development opportunities. Maintain qualifications and certifications as required by the YMCA and provincial standards. Perform other duties as assigned

You bring:

High School Diploma Minimum of six months’ experience working with young children 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 2 hours 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

What you need to succeed:

Commitment to the YMCA’s Focus on the health, safety and wellbeing of all children, youth, and vulnerable people in YMCA programs including understanding legal and moral obligations related to reporting suspected child abuse to Child Protection Services YMCA Competencies: Accountable, Relationship-Builder, Improvement-Orientated, Team Player & Leader, Equity and Wellbeing Promoter

Why work for the YMCA?

The YMCA of Greater Toronto is a charity that ignites the potential in people, helping them grow, lead, and give back to their communities. We are committed to helping our employees reach their full potential and are recognized as a great place to work. We offer meaningful jobs and the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of individuals and the health of our communities. See what you can expect from the YMCA .

Joining the Y means contributing to over 165 years of providing opportunities for people to shine through programs and services like health and fitness, licensed child care, camps, employment and immigrant services, education and training, and services for youth, families, and seniors. Learn more in our 2020–2025 strategic plan, which outlines how we are focused on boosting well-being and promoting equity across the Greater Toronto Area.

The YMCA of Greater Toronto is committed to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging. We strive to remove barriers to employment and recognize that diverse staff who reflect the communities we work in enrich the experiences of our participants and our team. As an equal opportunity employer, we invite applications from all qualified candidates including racialized people/people of colour, Indigenous Peoples, disabled people/people with disabilities and members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities.

If we can make the recruitment process more accessible for you, please let us know when we reach out about a job opportunity so we can work with you to accommodate your needs.

In keeping with our commitment to safety and child protection, job offers are contingent on the successful completion of a Police Records Check. Within the first four months and every three years thereafter, a Vulnerable Police Records Check is required. Learn more about these checks .

The YMCA only considers applicants who are legally entitled to work in Canada. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, due to the volume of applications we receive, we can only contact candidates who are selected for an interview.

Check out the next steps in our and see about working at the YMCA.


We have other current jobs related to this field that you can find below


  • Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada 1151203 Ontario Inc Full time

    Work Term: PermanentWork Language: EnglishHours: 32 to 40 hours per weekEducation: College/CEGEPExperience: 1 year to less than 2 yearsWork settingChild care centreTasksBathe, diaper and feed infants and toddlersDevelop and implement child-care programs that support and promote the physical, cognitive, emotional and social development of...


  • Bowmanville, Canada Compass Early Learning and Care Full time

    **Location: CELC Bowmanville Program - Bowmanville, Ontario** **Hours: 40 hours per week** **Start Date: March 2024** **About Us**: For more than forty years, our organization has been growing and evolving. Over those years we’ve expanded our vision of early learning and child care, enhanced our learning environments to truly honour our belief in...


  • Bowmanville, Canada Compass Early Learning and Care Full time

    **Job Type**: Contract Location: Bowmanville Program - Bowmanville, Ontario Hours: 40 hours per week Anticipated Start Date: April 15th, 2024 Anticipated End Date: April 15th, 2025 About Us: For more than forty years, our organization has been growing and evolving. Over those years we’ve expanded our vision of early learning and child care, enhanced...


  • Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada Blaisdale Montessori school Full time

    Blaisdale Montessori School Career OpportunityPosition: Early Childhood Educator Assistant (RECE)Casa 1 ClassroomJob Type: Full Time80 Rhonda Blvd BowmanvilleHours: Up to 40 hours per week.Rate of Pay: $19.90-$22.35Anticipated Start Date: As soon as possible or by Aug 30th 2023.About the roleAt Blaisdale Montessori School you will work as a Registered Early...


  • Bowmanville, Canada 1151203 Ontario Inc Full time

    Work Term: PermanentWork Language: EnglishHours: 32 to 40 hours per weekEducation: College/CEGEPExperience: 1 year to less than 2 yearsWork settingChild care centreTasksBathe, diaper and feed infants and toddlersDevelop and implement child-care programs that support and promote the physical, cognitive, emotional and social development of...


  • Bowmanville, Canada 1151203 Ontario Inc Full time

    Durée de l'emploi: PermanentLangue de travail: AnglaisHeures de travail: 32 to 40 hours per weekEducation: Expérience: EducationCollege/CEGEPWork settingChild care centreTasksBathe, diaper and feed infants and toddlersDevelop and implement child-care programs that support and promote the physical, cognitive, emotional and social development of...


  • Bowmanville, Canada Compass Early Learning and Care Full time

    Job Type: Permanent Location: CELC Charles Bowman - Bowmanville, Ontario  Hours: hours per week in a split shift. Up to hours during PA Days, Winter break, March break, and Summer camp. Rate of Pay: per hour. Please note this rate is before the eligible split shift premium.  Please Apply By July ,   Anticipated Start Date: September , ...


  • Bowmanville, Canada YMCA of Greater Toronto Full time

    **Salary**: $ 40,950 - Rate of pay is inclusive of provincial wage funding Check out the YMCA’s total compensation package! Location: Dr. Ross Tilley YMCA Centre Work Hours: Must be available to work 7:00am-6:00pm, Monday to Friday. Employment Type: Regular Full Time Salaried Number of Vacancies: 1 Anticipated Start Date: June 17, 2024 Deadline to...

  • Child Care Assistant

    4 weeks ago


    Bowmanville, Canada Umbrella Central Daycare Services Full time

    Position to start September 5th at our Bowmanville site - Duke of Cambridge Public School - Early childhood educator assistants perform some or all of the following duties: - Support early childhood educators in carrying out programs that promote the physical, cognitive, emotional and social development of children - Engage children in activities by telling...


  • Bowmanville, Canada Compass Early Learning and Care Full time

    **Position: Summer Program Educator** **Job Type: Contract** **Location: CELC Bowmanville - Bowmanville, Ontario** **Hours: 35 - 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday.** **Anticipated Start Date: July 2, 2024** **Anticipated End Date: August 23, 2024** **_______________________________________** **About Us**: Compass Early Learning and Care (CELC) has...

  • Resource Staff

    4 weeks ago


    Bowmanville, Canada Umbrella Central Daycare Services Full time

    **Position**:Resource Staff - Assistant Teacher - supporting children one on one with behavioral or medical needs **Location - Vincent Massey Bowmanville Public School** **Shift to be determined - potentially a split shift with morning and afternoon hours OR afternoons only - Monday to Friday.** Position to start September 5, 2023 **Hourly Rate: $18.45...


  • Bowmanville, Canada Compass Early Learning and Care Full time

    Contract Type: Permanent Hours: 30 hours per week, split shift. Full time hours during Camp periods (summer, winter break, PA days, march break) Wage: $21.34 - $23.34. This role is eligibel for our additional $1.50 split shift premium per hour. About Us: For more than forty years, our organization has been growing and evolving. Over those years we’ve...

  • School Age Educator

    2 weeks ago


    Bowmanville, Canada Compass Early Learning and Care Full time

    **Job Type: Permanent** **Location: CELC Charles Bowman - Bowmanville, Ontario** **Hours: 30 hours per week in a split shift. Up to 40 hours during PA Days, Winter break, March break and Summer camp.** **Rate of Pay: $21.09-$23.09 per hour. Please note this rate is before the eligible $1.50 split shift premium.** **About Us**: For more than forty years,...

  • Assistant Summer Cook

    1 month ago


    Bowmanville, Canada Compass Early Learning and Care Full time

    Compass Early Learning and Care Career Opportunity Job Type: Canada Summer Jobs Contract Location: CELC Bowmanville - Bowmanville, Ontario  Hours: hours per week, Monday to Friday Anticipated Start Date: July , Anticipated End Date: August ,   Please Apply By: May , ...

  • Assistant Summer Cook

    3 weeks ago


    Bowmanville, Canada Compass Early Learning and Care Full time

    **Compass Early Learning and Care Career Opportunity** **Job Type: Canada Summer Jobs Contract** **Location: CELC Bowmanville - Bowmanville, Ontario** **Hours: 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday** **Anticipated Start Date: July 2, 2024** **Anticipated End Date: August 23, 2024** **_______________________________________** **About Us**: Compass Early...


  • Bowmanville, Canada EduKids Child Care Centres - Bowmanville Full time

    **About the Company**: EduKids Child Care Centres are known for our staff making the difference in each child lives they have the opportunity to care for. We aren’t just your average child care employer; we offer a comprehensive orientation program to ensure you feel comfortable and confident working with our wonderful staff, and the amazing children and...

  • Child Caregiver

    4 weeks ago


    Bowmanville, Canada Dzathor Family Full time

    Work Term: Permanent - Work Language: English or French - Hours: 30 hours per week - Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate - Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years **Work site environment**: - Non-smoking **Work setting**: - Employer's home - Work in employer's/client's home **Tasks**: - Assume full responsibility for household in...

  • Marketing Assistant

    3 weeks ago


    Bowmanville, Canada Colada Marketing Ltd. Full time

    **HEY YOU, YES YOU.** We are always looking for the right people to join the Colada Marketing team. We are actively creating a collaborative space for individuals to fully thrive in their specialities. We believe that our unique backgrounds allow us to approach each project with diverse ideas and are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace...

  • Marketing Assistant

    3 weeks ago


    Bowmanville, Canada Colada Marketing Ltd. Full time

    **HEY YOU, YES YOU.** We are always looking for the right people to join the Colada Marketing team. We are actively creating a collaborative space for individuals to fully thrive in their specialities. We believe that our unique backgrounds allow us to approach each project with diverse ideas and are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace...

  • Construction Manager

    2 weeks ago


    Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada Aecon Group Full time

    Build Your Career at AeconAecon is proud to build some of the most impactful infrastructure projects of this generation. From the roads and transit systems that connect our communities, to the communication networks that link us from coast-to-coast, and the water infrastructure that supplies our businesses and homes. Our integral work includes constructing...