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 Site Supervisors and Educators January 2026 -
- June 2026
- Licensed
- School
- Age
- Program,
- Innerkip -
- Oxford
- Start
- Date:
- As soon as possible
- Compensation: Starting rates are dependent on region, qualifications, and contract. Members of the College of Early Childhood Educators, Ontario - up to $26.00 per hour (includes government wage enhancements) Non-Members - up to $20.50 per hour (includes
- Government
- Wage
- Enhancements)
- As 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 3 paid personal days annually 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 following the elementary school calendar
- Morning program operates from - 7:15am - 9:00am
- Afternoon program operates from - 2:30pm - 6:00pm (varies with location) Number of shifts per week is dependent upon candidates’ availability and position Possibility of additional full-day shifts on PD Days/Breaks - various locations/needs Required to submit personal availability for shifts 4 weeks in advance, using a web-based scheduling system Required to commit to supporting a family of schools within a reasonable proximity
- In this role, you will: Plan and deliver a consistent child-centered program for elementary age children, in accordance with our YMCA curriculum Provide quality compassionate care and support to children and their families Ensure supervision and safety of children at all times; Understand and comply with provincial (CCEYA), municipal and YMCA policies and procedures Be committed to diversity, equity, inclusion and building a sense of belonging Embrace and exemplify the
- Y’s core values
- Education &
- Skills
- Qualifications: Experience working with children 4-12 years in a work or school placement setting is an asset Plans to enroll, or in current pursuit of a diploma in Early Childhood Education, or in pursuit or holds a diploma or a degree in a related field of study is an asset Early Childhood Education graduates must be registered (or proof that registration is in process) 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
