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Early Childhood Educator- Cove Guest Home

YMCA of Cape Breton

Full-Time Part-Time Permanent Casual

Weekdays

Description

Title: Early Childhood Educator Cove Guest Home

Reports to: Director of Early Learning Centre  

Position Status: Full Time Position (PT and Casual also available)

Salary Range:  From $18.00 to $30.24 per/ hour

Start Date:  April/ May 2025

Office Locations: Cove Guest Home, Sydney, Nova Scotia

Do you love working with children? Be the spark that helps ignite their potential! We're hiring Early Childhood Educators in our NEW early learning centre at Cove Guest Home!  

Position Summary

Reporting to the Centre Director, the Early Childhood Educator is responsible for creating a stimulating, safe and nurturing environment for children to learn and grow. The Early Childhood Educator is responsible for ensuring YMCA Playing to Learn program requirements are met and exceeded while complying with the Education & Early Childhood Development Regulations and National YMCA Child Protection Standards.

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Plan and implement YMCA Playing to Learn Curriculum in accordance with the goals and objectives of the Childcare Centre to foster maximum development for each child’s potential and growth. 
  • Plan, implement, and assess developmentally appropriate indoor and outdoor learning environments for young children 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 and co-workers.
  • Work collaboratively with the team
  • Attend monthly staff meetings.
  • Be knowledgeable of staffing information and the Childcare Department’s Policies including Behavior Guidance, Child Abuse Protocol, and Confidentiality.
  • Attend professional development workshops and mandatory curriculum training.
  • Supervise Student Placements and ensure proper paperwork is completed.
  • Responsible for program set up, classroom clean up and organization.
  • To administer and record all children’s medication, plans of action and behavior charts.
  • To develop and maintain meaningful relationships with families and the community.
  • Other duties as assigned by Centre Director.

Qualifications

  • Early Childhood Education Diploma or equivalent and NS Classification
  • Experience working in childcare.
  • Maintain current first aid and CPR certification.
  • Maintain a clean Criminal Record Check which includes a clear Vulnerable Sector Check.
  • Maintain an up-to-date Child Abuse Registry Check.
  • Attend Child Abuse Protocol Training.

Note: Successful candidates will be required to provide a current and satisfactory Criminal Record Check/ Vulnerable Sector Check and Child Abuse Registry Check. They will also be required to attend YMCA Child Protection Training, as well as successfully complete First Aid and CPR training. 

We offer:

  • Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • Strong Work Life Balance Programs (15 vacation days, 11 wellness days per year)
  • YMCA Single of Family Membership
  • Discounted Childcare and Program Rates
Note: Benefit entitlement varies depending on position status. 

How To Apply

YMCA of Cape Breton will be accepting applications for this position via email. Please follow the instructions below carefully. Failure to do so may result in disqualification.

Apply Today

Please email your cover letter and resume in one document to hr@cb.ymca.ca by 4:30PM on Monday March 24, 2025. It is imperative that the cover letter and resume illustrate your professional competencies and certifications in relation to this position.

Please reference YMCA-ECECOVE25 in the subject line and note only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

The YMCA of Cape Breton is an equal opportunity employer that values the diversity of people and communities and is committed to excellence and inclusion in our Association. 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.

Email Address: hr@cb.ymca.ca Apply here

Intended Audience

This employment opportunity is open for: Canadian citizens, permanent residents, and temporary residents who are able to work for any employer in Canada (study permit, open work permit holders).

Only applicants who are authorized to work in Canada will be considered.

Location Information
Community
Sydney
County
Cape Breton Regional Municipality
Province
Nova Scotia
Country
Canada
Opportunity Information
Employer
YMCA of Cape Breton
NOC Code
—
Experience Required
Yes
Available Openings
5
Pay Type
Hourly
Pay Period
To be Determined
Remuneration Per Pay Period
Estimated Weekly Hours
—
Start Date
—
End Date
—
Language
English
Language Proficiency Level
Posted on
March 10th 2025
Expires
March 24th 2025