Team Lead - EarlyON

​EarlyON Team Lead
​Full Time, Permanent
37.5 hours per week

Location: Waterloo Region
Anticipated Start Date: September 2023
Deadline to Apply: September 22, 2023
Number of Vacancies: 1

This incumbent is responsible to create a stimulating, safe and nurturing environment for children to learn and grow, while supporting families. Adhere to the Child Care and Early Years Act 2014 (CCEYA), curriculum and program model expectations (How Does Learning Happen) and follow YMCA and EarlyON policies and procedures. Provide support and assistance in the daily centre operations.

Specific Responsibilities​

• Follow guidelines/expectations of the Region of Waterloo, the YMCAs of Cambridge and Kitchener Waterloo Policy and Procedures and EarlyON Waterloo Region Best Practices and adhere to Professional Learning expectations established by the YMCA/EarlyON.
• Create an environment that is safe, clean and welcoming for children, parents and other caring adults.
• Provide positive child guidance.
• Provide materials for children and families that will give them the opportunity to learn, be successful and grow as individuals.
• Responsible for communicating with parents and on site partners, agencies.
• Work with team members to prepare a quality program that meets appropriate developmental needs of the children.
• Complete program plans, documentations and record observations and reflections as per curriculum requirements.
• Set-up EarlyON environments for children and families that is welcoming with various age-appropriate toys and activities.
• Maintains open lines of communication with all staff, volunteers, students, parents, caregivers and external contacts.
• Maintain parent and child relationships on a daily basis and provide ongoing parent education and information.
• Responsible for daily administration, including documentation of centre occurrences, attendance as required.
• Act as primary contact when EarlyON Supervisor is not on site; communicate with Supervisor when support/guidance is required for difficult situations

Qualifications​

• Completion of Community College ECE diploma or equivalent
• RECE Membership required for qualified ECE candidates
• 1 – 2 years of relevant experience preferably within an EarlyON Child and Family Centre or Family Support Setting.
• CPR and First Aid certification
• Familiar with the Child Care and Early Years Act 2014 (CCEYA)
• Proven computer knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Available to work evenings and weekends
• Driver’s license and vehicle required to travel to site locations - Site is not bus accessible.
• Acceptable Police Check for Vulnerable Sector or willingness to obtain at own cost

Competencies Required
​​Flexibility: Able to work within role ambiguity, or limited resources/direction. Deals with stressors of the job and uses coping techniques effectively to role model a positive mindset and problem solving with team.
Coaching and Development: Commits to assisting participants, volunteers, staff to learn and grow personally and professionally.
Communication: Communicates in a thorough, clear and timely manner to support information sharing.
Concern for Health and Safety: Acknowledges and understands how to manage and educate others of risk and harm reduction.
Creativity and Innovation: Develops new ways or adapts existing ideas to help achieve desired results
Tolerance for Ambiguity: Functions effectively in situations of less than perfect or incomplete information.

Compensation Package​

Time Off
At the YMCA of Three Rivers, we recognize the importance of work-life balance! All full time team members are entitled to earn 3 weeks of vacation and have the opportunity to earn more as length of service increases. Bereavement days are also available.

Wellness
The YMCA of Three Rivers is committed to the health and wellness of our staff members. Full time employees receive…

• Wellness days that can be used as they are earned
• Access to an Employee (and Family) Assistance Program which provides free and confidential counselling, resources and services
• A free YMCA membership for yourself and your family which can be used to access our fitness centers
• Discounts on programs and services offered by the YMCA including child care
• Bereavement days

Pension Plan
All full time employees have the opportunity to participate in a group pension plan after two consecutive years of employment with the organization, employees contribute 5% of their gross earnings per pay which is matched by the Y.

Healthcare and Dental Benefits
The YMCA of Three Rivers offers full time employees a comprehensive group benefit package that includes:

• Prescription drugs
• Basic dental coverage
• Professional services such as Registered Massage Therapist, Physiotherapist, Psychologist, Psychotherapist, Chiropractor and Naturopath
• Vision care

To apply for this position and explore additional career opportunities with the YMCA of Three Rivers, please visit the Career Page.

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The YMCA of Three Rivers proudly serves the communities of Guelph-Wellington, Stratford-Perth, and Waterloo Region. Our purpose is to make our diverse communities healthier and more vibrant. With dignity and respect, our programs and services inspire individuals to reach their full potential. Learn more about our history, mission, vision, and values here. 

The YMCA of Three Rivers embraces diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace, welcoming applications from all qualified persons. Our goal is to attract, develop and retain highly talented employees from diverse backgrounds, allowing us to benefit from a wide variety of experiences and perspectives. 
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