Plan and deliver a child-centered program using the YMCA Playing to Learn curriculum for children aged 0-6. Ensure the safety and supervision of children while providing compassionate care and support to families.
Requirements summary
Must be a registered member in good standing with the College of Early Childhood Educators, Ontario. Requires valid Standard First Aid and CPR Level C certification and a current Vulnerable Sector Check.
professional certificateTeamworkCommunicationProfessionalismCompassionate CareSafety ManagementCurriculum ImplementationChild SupervisionChild-Centered Programming
Job description
Join the YMCA Child Care Team!
We are opening a new location in London, Ontario!
Be the Spark!
Join our professional and passionate team of early childhood educators and be the spark that ignites the potential in others.
Our culture is of paramount importance to us.
We formally measure employee engagement annually to ensure our employees are having an excellent employment experience.
Our current level of engagement is 80%, compared to some Canadian employer statistics of 69%.
YMCA of Southwestern Ontario was founded in 1856 and has over 200 locations from Goderich to Point Pelee, and Windsor to Woodstock.
We are one of the largest not-for-profit providers of licensed child care in Canada and have over 100 school age programs across our regions.
We also offer settlement services to newcomers, employment programs, and youth programs.
YMCA of Southwestern Ontario operates one overnight camp on Beausoleil Island in Muskoka, YMCA Camp Queen Elizabeth.
We also have 13 Health & Fitness branches across Southwestern Ontario.
Why The Y?
At the Y, our people are central to delivering our mission.
We are committed to the development of healthy communities and welcome people of all backgrounds, beliefs, and abilities.
We provide valuable training and development opportunities to help our team members grow professionally and personally.
We look for the following qualities in all of our employees and volunteers: Demonstrates our Core Values; Caring, Honesty, Respect & Responsibility and Inclusivity Fun, Enthusiastic & Friendly Individuals Hardworking and Dependable Positive Role Model Team Player Professionalism Enjoy working in a Social Environment Ability to effectively communicate with Employees & Members Employees and volunteers of YMCA of Southwestern Ontario are ambassadors for the Y both on and off the job.
We rely on them to help share our mission and increase awareness of the positive impact the Y can have on the lives of people in their communities.
Particularly how we are helping to create healthy children, healthy families, and healthy communities.
All employees and volunteers are required to provide a current satisfactory Criminal Record and may require a Vulnerable Sector Search as a condition of their employment.
Police Record checks are reviewed on an individual basis, and the offense(s) - if any - is considered in the decision-making process in relation to the requirements of the position, therefore not eliminating all candidates with a record from being offered gainful employment.
Position
Registered
Early
Childhood
Educator
New
Location: Jackson Meadows YMCA, 1335 Honeywood Drive, London, ON We will also require additional educators to backfill transferring staff at the following locations: 1 position - Sir John A MacDonald YMCA 1 position - Wortley YMCA 1 position - Lucan YMCA 1 position - St.
Marguerite
D'Youville
Tentative start date: The location is currently in the construction phase with tentative opening for mid-August 2026
Term:
Fulltime permanent
Compensation: Starting rates are dependent on region, qualifications, and contract. Members of the College of Early Childhood Educators, Ontario - up to $50,700 per year (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 childcare 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 counseling services Contribute to real, meaningful impact in the lives of children and youth
Schedule: 7.5-hour workday, Monday through Friday, 37.5-hour work week Required to rotate shifts that cover the full hours of operation of the centre
In this role, you will: Plan and deliver a consistent child-centered program, in accordance with our YMCA Playing to Learn curriculum (0–6-year-olds) 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: Required to be a registered member, in good standing (or proof that registration is in process) with the College of Early Childhood Educators, Ontario (CECE) 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
Benefits
Complimentary YMCA Personal Membership
Childcare And Camp Program Discounts
Vacation Entitlement
Paid Personal Days
Benefits Package
Pension
Wellness And Counseling Services
Ability to use frequent light to medium physical effort: lifting to 20 kg (44 lbs.), bending, and stooping Legally entitled to work in Canada 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. Candidates, please be advised that our recruitment process incorporates AI technology for initial application screening. This assists us in efficiently assessing qualifications. Rest assured, our recruiters will additionally review resumes to ensure a fair and accurate assessment is completed.
Market context
Ontario RECE roles remain steady
Ontario child care educator roles typically see steady demand, especially for candidates who are already registered in good standing with the College of Early Childhood Educators. These positions are competitive because employers often require current First Aid/CPR, a Vulnerable Sector Check, and active professional registration; the listed benefits and requirements here are AI-summarized from the original posting, which can save you research time. Before applying, confirm your registration status and have your certification and screening documents ready.
