McDougall, ON, Canada Parry Sound, ON, Canada Req #120
April 30, 2021
Looking for Talented Child Care Educators to join our team!
If you are currently looking for a position with growth potential and a great place to work, we invite you to join our team and make a difference in the community.
Position available: Part-Time Assistant Teacher
Location: during Virtual Learning: Emergency Child Care at Parry Sound Public, In-person learning: McDougall After School Program, Summer: Summer Kids Club at Parry Sound YMCA
Hours of work: Emergency Care & Summer: Monday to Friday approximately 15-29 hours/week; In-person after school program: Monday-Friday approximately 3:00-6:00pm.
Salary & Benefits:
Pay rate $15.50-16.50 per hour
A complimentary YMCA membership which encourages you to embrace the Y’s philosophy of health and well-being
Opportunities for professional development and career growth
Responsibilities
Provides quality care to all children in a licensed childcare environment
Actively engages with children and ensures supervision and safety of children at all times
Plans and implements a consistent child-centered program in accordance with YMCA curriculum’s Playing to Learn and A Place to Connect.
Complies with the Child Care Early Years Act, YMCA policies and the YMCA Child Protection Policy
Completes required documentation of children’s development and interactions
Ensures positive, professional communication with families on an ongoing basis
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
Minimum 18 years of age
Passion for working with children and providing quality play-based learning within a licensed childcare setting
Well-developed interpersonal, and relationship building skills; ability to establish rapport with parents, children, staff and volunteers
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to use frequent light to medium physical effort: lifting up to 20 kg (44 lbs.), bending and stooping
Must be able to work outdoors for at least 2 hours daily year-round; may be exposed to heat, humidity or cold
Successful candidates will be required to provide the following prior to first day of work:
Up-to-date Standard First Aid and CPR (Level C) certification
Successful completion of Police Records Check within the last 6 months
Up-to-date immunizations
Please note only those individuals legally entitled to work in Canada will be considered for employment with the YMCA of Simcoe/Muskoka.
We wish to express our appreciation to all applicants for their interest in this position; however only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Please be advised that all offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a Police Records Check and Vulnerable Sector Screening.
The YMCA of Simcoe/Muskoka is committed to fair and accessible employment practices. Our goal is a diverse, inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. Individuals needing employment accommodation in the hiring process or job postings in an alternative format may contact the Human Resources department.