Early Childhood Educator

at  YMCA of Greater HalifaxDartmouth

Title: Early Childhood Educator
Position Status: Full-Time
Salary: $20.40 - $29.64 per hour
Start Date: October 2, 2024
Location: Fall River YMCA Early Learning Child Care Centre
The YMCA is a place where everyone belongs, we are committed to providing equal opportunities for all, in a welcoming space that is both nurturing and fun – a community of shared responsibilities, where children and families can thrive.
There are lots of places to work, but few opportunities to do work that really matters, and the Y is one of those rare places. When you join our team, you don’t just get a job – you’ll embark on an exciting path of career development. You will be part of a team that provides children, youth, and adults of all ages reach feel a sense of belonging to their community.

QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS

• 1-year experience working with young children an asset
• Entry Level Early Childhood Certification or a Level 1-3 Early Childhood Education Certification
• Detail oriented, self-starter and organized
• Excellent time management and teamwork abilities
• High quality relationship building skills
• Strong written/verbal communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to problem solve and remain calm in an emergency
• Works independently and as a team in decision making, conflict resolution and delivery of quality programming while maintaining strong relationships with the children, families and community.

• Plan and implement YMCA Playing to Learn Curriculum in accordance with the goals and objectives of the Child Care Centre to foster maximum development for each toddler’s potential and growth
• Plan, implement, and assess developmentally appropriate indoor and outdoor learning environments for toddlers that support emotional and social development, while understanding and encouraging positive self-concepts
• Use a variety of teaching techniques that include, but are not limited to, modelling, observing, questioning, demonstrating, and reinforcing
• Effectively communicate concerns and suggestions openly to the Director, the Assistant Director, and co-workers
• Work collaboratively with the team
• Attend monthly staff meetings
• Knowledgeable of staffing information and the Child Care Department’s Policies including Behavior Guidance, Child Abuse Protocol, and Confidentiality
• Attend professional development workshops and mandatory curriculum trainings
• Supervise student placements and ensure proper paperwork is completed
• Responsible for program set up, classroom clean up and organization
• Administer and record all children’s medication, plans of action and behaviour charts
• Develop and maintain meaningful relationships with families and the community
• Other duties as assigned by Centre Director and Assistant Director