Starting Salary: $58,240.00, inclusive of all government wage subsidy grants

Salary Grade: Grade 3

Department: Child Care

Anticipated Start Date: August 2026

No of Vacancies: Multiple

Deadline to Apply: September 30, 2026

Benefits & Perks

- Paid Vacation Entitlements that increase with seniority (subject to eligibility)
- Group health and benefits plans (includes medical, dental, and prescription medication, subject to eligibility)
- Generous pension plans with employer matching
- Free YMCA HBB Health & Fitness Memberships
- Professional development opportunities including paid training and access to YMCA education scholarships and incentives
- Reduced rates for YMCA HBB Child Care, Camp, and Child & Youth programs (subject to eligibility)
- Mental Health on Demand (MHOD)
- Opportunities for career advancement

What You'll Do

- Plan, organize and lead activities for children 0 to 12 years of age to meet the developmental needs of children.
- Knowledgeable on the pedagogical practices of the YMCA as they relate to Early Learning and Child Development and understands the Ministry of Education guidelines and curriculum; ensures compliance by staff on site.
- Understand and comply with all regulatory items as per the Child Care and Early Years Act (CCEYA), YMCA, Ministry of Education, Ministry of Labour, and others.
- Ensure the health and safety of the children is maintained at all times; Must have knowledge of potential hazards and the ability to put a preventative plan in place.
- Complete required documentation of children’s development and activities, inclusive of administrative tasks that are assigned to the role.
- Assist with children’s bathroom routines,



changing soiled clothing or diapers, and participating in snack/mealtimes.
- Liaise with parents, school personnel and community contacts.
- Provide input to the performance reviews of assistants, where applicable.
- Participate in Association wide events and attend monthly meetings and skilled learning sessions.
- Utilize appropriate behaviour guidance techniques in all interactions with the children.
- This position requires the ability and flexibility to work a flexible schedule including early mornings and late afternoons. Hours of work may fluctuate to meet the operational needs of the department.
- Some program areas may be based out of shared spaces within community schools, therefore, requiring movement and set up of equipment on a daily, weekly, and/or monthly basis.
- Ability to use frequent light to medium physical effort including lifting up to 20 kg (44 lbs.), bending, stooping, carrying, pushing, and pulling.
- Must be able to work outdoors for at least 2 hours daily year-round; may be exposed to heat, humidity or cold.

What You'll Bring

- Completion of a degree or diploma in Early Childhood Education.
- Membership in good standing of the College of Early Childhood Educators.
- A minimum of 6 months experience working with children,



obtained through paid work experience, volunteering, placements, or a combination of the above.
- Must be familiar with the developmental needs of children ranging from ages 0 to 12 years.
- Strong interpersonal and relationship building skills; ability to establish rapport with children, families, staff/volunteers, and community partners.
- Strong proficiency in spoken and written English is required to communicate effectively with children, families, andcolleagues, and to maintain accurate documentation and records.
- Working Computer knowledge.
- 18 years of age or older.
- Current Intermediate/Standard First Aid and CPR-C & AED certification (Level C).
- Current and satisfactory Police Records Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening.
- May be required to travel.

Travel Required

Yes. Ability to commute to and from centre, off-site meetings, and snack pick up

The YMCA of Hamilton|Burlington|Brantford is committed to creating an inclusive, diverse, equitable and accessible environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or neurodiversity.

All offers of employment will be subject to the provision that the successful incumbent provides a current and satisfactory Police Records Check. Positions responsible for the direct supervision of children and/or vulnerable persons will be required, in addition to a Police Records Check, to provide a Vulnerable Sector Screening Report at the time of hire.

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