Job Description

Join the YMCA Child Care Team!Be the Spark! Join our professional and passionate team of early childhood educators and be the spark that ignites the potential in others. YMCA of Southwestern Ontario is one of the largest not-for-profit providers of licensed child care in Canada and we have been making a positive difference in the communities we serve by providing quality childcare for over 50 years!At the Y, 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.Position: School Age/CSP DirectorStart Date: As soon as possibleCompensation: Starting rates $53,079 including partial wage enhancement grantAs part of your total compensation:

• Receive a complimentary YMCA personal membership to our Health & Fitness facilities, and discounts on YMCA child care and camp programs
• Access vacation entitlement in accordance with the employment standards regulations, and up to 12 paid personal days annually

• Benefits package and Pension, applicable with position/contract length
• Be part of a caring and supportive network of people to help each other succeed
• Complimentary access to wellness and counselling services
• Contribute to real, meaningful impact in the lives of children and youth

Schedule:

• Monday through Friday (no weekends)
• 7.5 hour workday
• 37.5 hour work week

• Hours fluctuate between 6:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

In this role, you will:

• Oversee YMCA Before and After School programs for a grouping of schools located in the Windsor/Essex County area.
• Support, coach and mentor front line educators daily in a professional and positive manner
• Design and implement an inclusive learning environment that follows the YMCA Curriculum, ensuring that all areas of development are addressed by educators daily.
• Articulate How Does Learning Happen, a play-based learning curriculum approach to families, community and outside agencies with confidence and clarity.
• Design and implement an inclusive environment that follows the YMCA Curriculum, ensuring that all areas of development are addressed by educators daily.
• Demonstrate YMCA Core Values- Respect, Responsibility, Honesty, Caring and Inclusiveness - in all daily interactions.
• Maintain accurate records, files and forms as required by the Ministry of Education, Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport, and the YMCA of Southwestern Ontario.
• Always liaise with parents and community partners in a professional manner.
• Continuously practice clean culture, ensuring program classrooms are clean, organized and professional looking at all times.
• Implement, practice and mentor daily, the YMCA of Southwestern Ontario Program Statement.
• Utilize age-appropriate child coaching and mentoring techniques in all interactions with the children.
• Complete purchasing and delivery for snacks, program supplies and purchased equipment for assigned locations.
• Support in program as needed, due to staff absences.
• Ensure the program policies and procedures, as well as the day-to-day operation, are in accordance with the regulations of the Ministry of Education, Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport, Child Care Early Years Act (2014) and YMCA of Southwestern Ontario.
• Follow Public Health and Fire Regulations
• Evaluate program quality as required utilizing the audit tools and systems.
• Manage the budget for multiple sites
• Build and maintain strong community partnerships (i.e. school personnel, etc.)
• Process all registrations in a timely manner and monitor enrollment
• Assist with onboarding new staff as needed

Education & Skills Qualifications:

• An Early Childhood Educator Diploma, or diploma or degree in a related field of study, combined with a minimum of 2 years of related supervisory experience within a childcare environment
• Registered and in good standing in the College of Early Childhood Educators (CECE)
• Graduates in a related field of study must be members of their associations as required
• Valid Standard First Aid and CPR Level C certification or include the date of training scheduled within the next three months. Training cost and time is at the expense of the applicant and not reimbursed
• Applicants are required to be a minimum of 18 years of age or older to obtain a current Vulnerable Criminal Reference Check (less than 6 months old)
• Up-to-date immunizations required by Public Health, Ministry of Education and YMCASWO
• Ability to use frequent light to medium physical effort: lifting to 20 kg (44 lbs.), bending, and stooping
• Current Vulnerable Criminal Reference Check
• Applicants are required to be a minimum of 18 years of age or older as per Ministry of Education guidelines
• Legally entitled to work in Canada

Why the Y?The YMCA of Southwestern Ontario is committed to the development of healthy communities and welcomes people of all backgrounds, beliefs, and abilities. We are committed to helping our employees reach their full potential and are recognized by Forbes as one of Canada\xe2\x80\x99s Top Employers. We offer meaningful employment and the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of individuals and families.We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.NOTE: The YMCA of Southwestern Ontario is committed to providing a barrier-free environment for all stakeholders including our members/participants, employees, job applicants, suppliers, and any visitors who may enter our premises, access our information, or use our services. As an organization, we respect and uphold the requirements set forth under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (2005), and its associated standards and regulations.

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