YMCA Newfoundland and Labrador Looking for Early Childhood Educator, Levels 1-4 – Full Time at Avalon, SK Full Time

The YMCA has been part of life in Newfoundland and Labrador since 1854. Our charity’s core programs of Health, Fitness, and Aquatics; Child Care and Day Camp; and Employment, Enterprise, and Newcomer Services are offered at more than 20 locations in our communities with an additional 170 points of delivery throughout the province. Our focus on inclusiveness and accessibility means we serve people of all ages, backgrounds and abilities through all stages of life.

Join Our Team

We are seeking full time Early Childhood Educators to join our Child Care team. This position is located at the Ches Penney Family YMCA in St. John’s. To be employed in the field of early childhood education and to successfully fulfill field placement requirements, students must be able to lift and move children, materials and equipment (up to 50 pounds) on a consistent basis. As well, physical effort, strength and endurance is required in the supervision and care of children, e.g., maintaining balance, kneeling and bending, pushing and pulling strollers and carts, and moving quickly to assist children in emergency situations.

Job Requirements

Early Childhood Education Certificate, Diploma or Degree

AECENL Certification

Experience working in early learning

Current Emergency or Standard First Aid

Acceptable Criminal Records Check with Vulnerable Sector Check

Our YMCA policy requires all staff to provide proof of vaccination against COVID-19 or a valid exemption

Key Competencies

Creates a respectful and inclusive environment

Demonstrates the ability to see the world from a child’s perspective

Build relationships with people through behaviours such as greeting people by name, anticipating needs and providing feedback

Demonstrates personal discipline to meet expectations and goals

Self-manages behaviours, learns from mistakes, and seeks out feedback and coaching

Reliable and punctual to ensure our team creates a great participant experience

Benefits of Working with the YMCA

Competitive compensation; paid general leave (21 days) and annual/vacation leave (12 days for first year of employment) for full time employees, medical and dental insurance, life and longterm disability, and accidental death or dismemberment coverage (employee), and matched pension contributions

Annual performance based wage/salary increases

Free uniforms. No more deciding what to wear to work

Enhance your health with a free YMCA membership

We cover the fees for: AECENL annual membership, Emergency/Standard First Aid, Criminal Record Checks and Vulnerable Sector Checks, and professional learning fees

Keep your career dynamic through our professional development programs

Work in an inclusive environment where caring, honesty, diversity, respect and responsibility are lived values

Please email cover letter and resume detailing qualifications to: humanresources@nl.ymca.ca

In the subject line reference: CPFYMCA-ECE-FT

The YMCA of Newfoundland and Labrador is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We are committed to an environment that is barrier-free. If you require accommodation during the hiring process, please inform us in advance to arrange reasonable and appropriate accommodation. We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

sbadmin2022-04-04T13:32:20-02:30April 4, 2022|Careers, CPFY|0 Comments