Early Childhood Educator

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The YMCA of Northern Alberta is looking for someone who enjoys teaching and developing others to fill the position of Early Childcare Educator to provide high quality care and service to families in YMCA Childcare programs by implementing and teaching programs.

The YMCA of Northern Alberta strives to integrate our values of diversity and social inclusion in all that we do. We believe that strong leadership is created through the sharing of diverse experiences and perspectives. We actively seek candidates who embody these principles and who reflect the many dimensions of the communities we serve.

Location:

YMCA Cantiro Early Years Child Care

Our Culture

Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture at the Y. We strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day.

We are welcoming.

We are open to all. We are a place where you can belong.

We are genuine.

We value you and embrace your individuality.

We are hopeful.

We believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world.

We are nurturing.

We support you in your journey to develop your full potential.

We are determined.

Above all else, we are on a constant quest to make our community stronger, if you want to join us- apply today!

Essential Functions

• Consistently represent YMCA’s values and mission, comply with all YMCA policies, procedures and Provincial Licensing regulations
• Work and communicate with a team to implement Child Care curriculum which may include Playing to Learn, FLIGHT and A Place to Connect
• Guide and redirect children in situations when conflicts arise using a variety of positive child guidance techniques
• Ensure children are accounted for at all times
• Treat all families respectfully, bearing in mind their values, culture and background
• Build relationships with families and communicate, verbally and in writing on a daily basis
• Commitment to Health and Safety and Child Protection Policies and Procedures
• Attend all required professional development and training opportunities
• Consistently provide a safe and clean environment following all cleaning procedures
• Travel to alternate YMCA locations as needed
• Completed required administrative tasks
• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications/Experience

• Experience working with children
• Must be willing to travel and have access to reliable transportation
• Nice to have Level 1, 2 or 3 Child Care Certification
• Standard or Child Care First Aid & CPR – C
• Able to obtain a Police Information Check with Vulnerable Sector Check

What the Y Brings to You

• A meaningful career with opportunities to grow while building your community
• A culture of honesty, respect and pride in what we do
• Colleagues who bring diverse perspectives and talents to the workplace
• Membership to our health, fitness & aquatics facilities for you and your family
• Reduced fees in YMCA programs such as day camps (depending on availability and employment status)