School Age Educator (RECE, CYC, OCT, REC & Leisure)
Job Category : Child Care/ Early ON Educators

Requisition Number : SCHOO006414

Posted : August 13, 2026
Full-Time

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Caledon East YMCA Centre
Caledon East, ON L7C, CAN

Description
PAY RATE IS BASED ON POSITION AND TIME PORTION – SALARIES BELOW REFLECT A 100% TIME PORTION-7.5 hours per day. All pay rates are made up of provincial wage funding and is inclusive of the CWELCC Workforce Funding .

Position

Salary Grade

Annual Salary (100% Time Portion – 7.5 hours per day)

Hourly Rate

Early Learning Facilitator

*Must have approved CCEYA Ministry of Education School Age Credentials as listed below*

Ontario Certified Teacher with Bachelor of Education; Child & Youth Care diploma/degree; Recreation & Leisure Diploma/Degree

Grade 9

$46,800/year

$24

Registered Early Childhood Educator (RECE)

Work Hours: Must be available to work 7:15-9:15am and 1:30-6:00pm, 1:30-2:30 pm covering sleep room, 10 month schedule

Employment Type: Regular Full Time Salaried Split Shift (New Vacancy)

Number of Vacancies: 1

Potential Start Date: August 31, 2026

Application Deadline: August 20, 2026 at 5:00 pm

Be the Spark! Join our professional and passionate team of early childhood educators. The YMCA of Greater Toronto is the largest not-for-profit provider of licensed child care in Canada and we have been making a positive difference in our community by providing quality childcare for over 50 years!

You will plan and deliver a consistent child-centred program in accordance with our YMCA Place to Connect curriculum (6-12 year olds). 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.

In this role, you will:

Provide quality compassionate care and support to children and their families

Build positive relationships with children and seek opportunities to deepen connections with parents and families keeping them up to date on their child’s progress

Be a creative play partner who is actively engaged with the children and makes learning fun

Independently ensure the safety and supervisor of children at all times. This role may include periods of sole responsibility for a group of children without other educators present, in accordance with licensing requirements

Understand and comply with provincial (CCEYA), municipal and YMCA policies and procedures





Observe and expand on children’s learning opportunities and complete required documentation of children’s development and interactions

Listen to and respond to children’s needs which includes diapering and assisting children with toileting

Clean and sanitize child care spaces, toys and equipment; Prepare and serve food following YMCA health and safety protocols and procedures

Perform other duties as assigned

You bring:

Registered Early Childhood Educator:

An Early Childhood Educator Diploma

Registered (or proof that registration is in process) and in valuable standing in the College of Early Childhood Educators (CECE)

OR Approved CCEYA Ministry of Education School Age Credentials

Degree or diploma from a Publicly Funded Ontario College in Child and Youth Care (Previously known as Child and Youth Worker Diploma) NOTE: Child and Youth Studies Degree are NOT eligible based on the Ministry of Education CCEYA guidelines

Bachelor of Education registered in good standing with the Ontario College of Teachers

Degree or diploma from a Publicly Funded Ontario College in Recreation and Leisure Services

General Qualifications:

Minimum of six months’ experience working with children. Demonstrated experience leading, supervising and engaging children in structured program environment, including managing routines, transitions and guiding age-appropriate behaviour.

Valid Standard First Aid and CPR Level C certification OR Intermediate First Aid and CPR level C certification issued by a WSIB approved provider prior to the first day of work.

Up-to-date immunizations required by Public Health

Ability to usefrequent light to medium physical effort: lifting up to 20 kg (44 lbs.), bending and stooping; picking up a child

Ability to work outdoors for at least 2 hours daily year-round; may be exposed to heat, humidity or cold

Flexibility and adaptability regarding assigned working hours

Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and building a sense of belonging

Applicants are required to be a minimum of 18 years of age or older as per Ministry guidelines

Focus on the health, safety and wellbeing of all children,



youth, and vulnerable people in YMCA programs including understanding legal and moral obligations related to reporting suspected child abuse to Child Protection Services

YMCA Competencies: Accountable, Relationship-Builder, Improvement-Orientated, Team Player & Leader, Equity and Wellbeing Promoter

Why work for the YMCA?

The YMCA of Greater Toronto 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 reach their full potential and are recognized as a great place to work. We offer meaningful jobs and the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of individuals and the health of our communities. See what you can expect from the YMCA here .

Joining the Y means contributing to over 170 years of providing opportunities for people to shine through programs and services, such as health and fitness, licensed child care, camps, employment and immigrant services, education and training, and services for youth, families, and seniors. Learn more in our2025–2030 strategic plan, Greater Together , which outlines how we are focused on building communities where people feel healthier and more connected to their neighbours.

The YMCA of Greater Toronto is committed to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging. We strive to remove barriers to employment and recognize that diverse staff who reflect the communities we work in enrich the experiences of our participants and our team. As an equal opportunity employer, we invite applications from all qualified candidates including racialized people/people of colour, Indigenous Peoples, disabled people/people with disabilities and members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities.

If we can make the recruitment process more accessible for you, please let us know when we reach out about a job 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. Within the first four months and every three years thereafter, a Vulnerable Police Records Check is required. Learn more about these checks here .

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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📌 School Age Educator (RECE, CYC, OCT, REC & Leisure) (Ontario)
🏢 YMCA GTA
📍 Ontario