Registered Early Childhood Educator

Starting Salary: $57,200.00, inclusive of all government wage subsidy grants

Department:
Child Care

Final date to receive applications:
March 31, 2026

Anticipated

Start Date:

January 2026

No of Vacancies:
Multiple

• Paid Vacation Entitlements that increase with seniority (subject to eligibility)
• Group health and benefits plans (includes medical, dental, and prescription medication, subject to eligibility)
• Generous pension plans with employer matching
• Free YMCA HBB Health & Fitness Memberships
• Professional development opportunities including paid training and access to YMCA education scholarships and incentives
• Reduced rates for YMCA HBB Child Care, Camp, and Child & Youth programs (subject to eligibility)
• Mental Health on Demand (MHOD)
• Opportunities for career advancement

• Plan, organize and lead activities for children 0 to 12 years of age to meet the developmental needs of children.
• Knowledgeable on the pedagogical practices of the YMCA as they relate to Early Learning and Child Development and understands the Ministry of Education guidelines and curriculum; ensures compliance by staff on site.
• Understand and comply with all regulatory items as per the Child Care and Early Years Act (CCEYA), YMCA, Ministry of Education, Ministry of Labour, and others.
• Ensure the health and safety of the children is maintained at all times;
  Must have knowledge of potential hazards and the ability to put a preventative plan in place.
• Complete required documentation of children’s development and activities, inclusive of administrative tasks that are assigned to the role.
• Assist with children’s bathroom routines, changing soiled clothing or diapers, and participating in snack/mealtimes.
• Liaise with parents, school personnel and community contacts.
• Provide input to the performance reviews of assistants, where applicable.
• Participate in Association wide events and attend monthly meetings and professional learning sessions.
• Utilize appropriate behaviour guidance techniques in all interactions with the children.
• This position requires the ability and flexibility to work a flexible schedule including early mornings and late afternoons. Hours of work may fluctuate to meet the operational needs of the department.
• Some program areas may be based out of shared spaces within community schools, therefore, requiring movement and set up of equipment on a daily, weekly, and/or monthly basis.
• Ability to use frequent light to medium physical effort including lifting up to 20 kg (44 lbs.), bending, stooping, carrying, pushing, and pulling.
• Must be able to work outdoors for at least 2 hours daily year-round; may be exposed to heat, humidity or cold.

• Completion of a degree or diploma in Early Childhood Education.
• Membership in good standing of the College of Early Childhood Educators.
• A minimum of 6 months experience working with children, obtained through paid work experience, volunteering, placements, or a combination of the above.
• Must be familiar with the developmental needs of children ranging from ages 0 to 12 years.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship building skills; ability to establish rapport with children, families, staff/volunteers, and community partners.
• Strong proficiency in spoken and written English is required to communicate effectively with children, families, and colleagues, and to maintain accurate documentation and records.
• Working Computer knowledge.
• 18 years of age or older.
• Current Standard First Aid and CPR-C & AED certification (Level
  
  C).
• Current and satisfactory Police Records Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening.
• May be required to travel.

This position requires a commitment to the YMCA HBB mission and core values of:
Inclusion, Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility, as well as a commitment to building developmental assets in children and adults.

All offers of employment will be subject to the provision that the successful incumbent provides the YMCA of Hamilton|Burlington|Brantford with a current and satisfactory Police Records Check. Positions responsible for the direct supervision of children and/or vulnerable persons will be required, in addition to a Police Records Check, to provide a Vulnerable Sector Screening Report at the time of hire. Police Records Checks are reviewed on an individual basis, and the offence(s), if any, is considered in the decision-making process in relation to the requirement of working with children;

therefore, not eliminating all candidates with a record from being offered a position.

As one of the largest charitable community service organizations in Canada, the YMCA of Hamilton|Burlington|Brantford responds to critical social needs in the community and works to provide solutions. By nurturing the potential of children, youth and adults, the YMCA HBB connects people to life-building opportunities, to each other and enhances their quality of life. We foster social responsibility and healthy living.

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