Child Care Assistant (Summer Term)

Do you have a genuine interest in working with children? Are you looking for full time hours with no nights or weekends? We're looking for fun and energetic individuals to join our team of educators for our summer. You'll enjoy plenty of laughs, and memorable experiences in a child care setting. Apply Today!

Position is 35 hours per week from July 6 - August 28.

• Why work at the Y?
• Great people and great work environment
• Many opportunities for growth & advancement
• Complimentary Y individual membership

• Are you the right fit?
• Do you believe that every child has potential?
• Are you self motivated, able to work independently and as part of a team?
• Willing to plan and participate in children's activities?
• Capable of maintaining a clean and safe daycare environment?
• Open to valuable on the job training and mentorship?
• Work with preschool and/or school aged children.

Locations

• Crane School Age - 888 Crane Ave
• Linden Meadows School Age - 335 Lindenwood Dr E
• Samuel Burland School Age - 192 Burland Ave
• Julie Riel School Age - 316 Ashworth St
• Rockwood Kidspace Preschool & School Age - 350 Rockwood Street
• Frontenac School Age - 866 Autumnwood Drive
• Shamrock School Age - 831 Beaverhill Blvd
• Guyot School Age - 400 Willowlake Cres
• Grosvenor School Age - 1045 Grosvenor Ave.
• Laura Secord School Age - 960 Wolseley Ave
• Building Blocks Preschool - 51 Balmoral Street
• South Preschool - 5 Fermor Ave

What else do you need?

• *This position is funded through a government youth employment program and is open to applicants aged 18-29 at the start of employment.
• Please indicate location(s) of interest
• 18-29 years of age
• Training or experience with children is an asset
• Willingness to obtain Emergency First Aid and CPR C cetrification (We'll Help!)
• Clear Police Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Search and Child Abuse Registry Check (apply upon hire)
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Application Deadline: June 12, 2026

Accessibility Accommodation for Applicants

The Y is committed to providing an inclusive environment where diversity is welcomed and encouraged. If you require accommodation during any part of the recruitment or selection process, please don't hesitate to reach out. This includes providing you with alternative formats of the job posting.

Contact hr@ymanitoba.ca

The Y is entrusted to provide a safe environment for children and vulnerable individuals. All applicants will be thoroughly screen through a review process including Police Record Checks with Vulnerable Sector Search and Child Abuse Registry Checks.