YMCA of Northern Alberta
Location
Grande Prairie, Alberta
The educator will provide one-to-one support for a child receiving FSCD funding while implementing curriculum to promote social, emotional, and cognitive development. Responsibilities also include documenting child progress, maintaining safety standards, and communicating regularly with parents.
Candidates must hold a Level 1 Child Care Certification and possess Standard First Aid & CPR-C certification. Experience supporting children with developmental disabilities and the ability to pass a vulnerable sector police check are required.
Be the Spark that ignites the potential in people! At our YMCA, we believe in the power of people. Every day, our dedicated employees and volunteers bring energy, positivity, and inclusivity to everything they do. They are the spark that ignites potential in others—helping individuals grow, thrive, and truly belong.
This role will also provide dedicated one-to-one support to a child receiving FSCD funding, including assisting with daily routines, implementing individualized support strategies, and promoting inclusion and participation within the program environment.
This is a fixed-term position running from June 24, 2026, to September 2, 2026. Any changes to this term will be based on operational needs and communicated in writing.
Why work for the YMCA?
The YMCA of Northern Alberta 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 and volunteers reach their full potential and are recognized as a great place to work and volunteer. We offer meaningful opportunities to make a difference in the lives of individuals and the health of our communities.
Joining the Y means contributing to over 100 years of providing opportunities for people to shine! Our Y serves tens of thousands of people each year through programs and services like health and fitness, licensed child care, day camps, mental health, employment and immigrant services, education and training, and services for youth, families and seniors.
Inclusion has power, and we take strides to create a diverse, inclusive workplace where everyone can belong. Diverse teams unleash new ideas, and employees thrive in a culture that recognizes and appreciates the unique perspectives and backgrounds of others. Through our differences in how we think and act we can form innovative and effective teams and deliver organizational success.
If we can make the recruitment process more accessible for you, please let us know when we reach out about an 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. Prior to your first day and every three years thereafter, a Vulnerable Police Records Check is required.
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.
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