307 Ymca Child Care jobs in Canada

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Job Summary:

Mount Sinai Education Inc. is pilot testing a program and is looking to hire an Early Childhood Educator/Tutor for child(ren) (ages 3.5 to 5). Home-based tutoring is needed for 1 hour per day, at least 4 days a week. Responsibilities include teaching spellings, reading, basic arithmetic and language. The position is located in Square One Area, Mississauga so you must be able to commute daily for about an hour. Preferably, someone from the neighbourhood and with a car to avoid commuting issues. Competitive Hourly Pay (minimum 4-6 hours a week). Vulnerable sector check and references are required.

Required Skills:

• Current high school/university student (must submit latest transcripts) OR Early Childhood Education (ECE) diploma/certificate.
• Ability to plan and deliver age-appropriate lessons in literacy (reading, spelling), numeracy (basic arithmetic), and language development.
• Skills in engaging children aged 3.5–5 in focused learning activities while maintaining a positive environment.
• Knowledge of early learning frameworks, with the ability to use games, songs, and interactive methods to teach core concepts.
• Strong verbal and interpersonal communication skills to engage children.
• Ability to prepare lesson materials and maintain a consistent teaching schedule.

Other Requirements:

• Vulnerable Sector Screening / Police Clearance.
• At least 2 professional references.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $18.00-$20.00 per hour

Work Location: In person

We're Hiring: Early Childhood Educator (ECE Certified) – Part-Time

Location: Kerrisdale, Vancouver West

Position Type: Part-Time

Start Date: Immediate

We are a boutique education consulting and enrichment center located in Vancouver's Kerrisdale area. We are currently seeking a warm, creative, and experienced Early Childhood Educator (ECE) to join our team. This role focuses on supporting young learners' social, emotional, and cognitive development in a nurturing and engaging environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and deliver developmentally appropriate learning activities for children aged 3–5
• Foster a safe, inclusive, and stimulating learning environment that promotes exploration, creativity, and curiosity
• Build trusting relationships with children and communicate effectively with families
• Monitor and document children's progress and developmental milestones
• Encourage language development, early literacy, and numeracy through play-based methods
• Guide positive behavior and promote social-emotional learning
• Collaborate with other educators and administrators to ensure high-quality programming

Qualifications:

• Valid ECE Certification in British Columbia
• At least 3 years of experience working with preschool-aged children in a licensed early childhood setting
• Strong understanding of child development and the BC Early Learning Framework
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English
• Patient, compassionate, and able to build rapport with both children and parents
• Legally eligible to work in Canada (valid work permit, PR, or citizenship)
• Must be able to work in person in Kerrisdale (Vancouver West)

Preferred Assets:

• Experience designing thematic or inquiry-based learning units
• Ability to integrate art, music, and storytelling into daily routines
• Bilingual abilities (e.g., Mandarin or French) are an asset but not required
• First Aid & CPR certification preferred

Working Hours:

Part-time, Weekends. Specific hours to be discussed during the interview.

Compensation:

Competitive hourly rate based on experience and certification.

Starting at CAD 30 per hour

How to Apply:

Please send your resume to us. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Education:

• Secondary School (required)

Experience:

• teaching: 3 years (required)

Work Location: In person

About Us

UMMI Early Learning is a licensed home-based daycare that blends the BC Early Learning Framework with a nurturing, play-based approach. We keep our groups small to ensure each child receives personalized care and attention, while fostering a warm, family-like environment. Our program also reflects Islamic values, such as kindness, gratitude, and respect.

Position Overview

We are seeking a caring and enthusiastic Early Childhood Educator Assistant (ECEA) to join our small team. As part of a home-based daycare, you'll work closely with the Lead Educator to create a safe, engaging, and inclusive space for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and leading age-appropriate activities (art, circle time, outdoor play, sensory exploration, etc.)
• Supervise and engage with children during play, meals, rest, and transitions
• Support children's social, emotional, and developmental needs
• Help maintain a safe, clean, and organized learning environment
• Foster positive communication and relationships with children and families
• Respect and help integrate Islamic values and celebrations into the daily program
• Perform light housekeeping duties related to the children (e.g., tidying toys, wiping tables, assisting with meals)

Qualifications

• Valid ECEA Certificate (or currently enrolled in an ECE program) recognized in BC
• Current First Aid & CPR certification (or willing to obtain)
• Clear Criminal Record Check
• Genuine love and patience for working with young children
• Strong teamwork and communication skills
• Familiarity with Islamic values is an asset (Muslim candidate preferred, but not required)

What We Offer

• Small group setting (maximum 8 children, multi-age) for a close-knit environment
• Supportive and family-oriented workplace
• Opportunity to grow with a unique home-based program rooted in both BC's Early Learning Framework and Islamic values

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00-$22.00 per hour

Expected hours: 24 – 40 per week

Work Location: In person

Minimum requirements are AEC certificate, First Aid TR course, police verification, some experience working with young children in a classroom setting in a multicultural environment.

Job Responsibilities

implement and structure educational program according to the needs of the children and classroom

responsible for safety and security of the children and their environment

effective oral and written communication, collaboration with parents and colleagues

skills: team work, engaging, good organizational skills, dynamic, willing to engage in a very multicultural work setting

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.52-$30.03 per hour

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Montréal, QC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person

• Education:
• Expérience:
• Education
  
• College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 3 months to less than 1 year
• Tasks
  
• Assist early childhood educators in carrying out programs that promote the physical, cognitive, emotional and social development of children
• Order supplies and equipment
• Assist early childhood educators or supervisors in keeping records
• Guide and assist children in the development of proper eating, dressing and toilet habits
• Submit written observations on children to early childhood educators or supervisors
• Supervision
  
• 5-10 people
• Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
  
• Child development assistant (ECE level 1)
• First Aid Certificate
• Target audience
  
• Children
• Screening questions
  
• Are you available for the advertised start date?
• Are you currently a student?
• Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
• Are you willing to relocate for this position?
• Experience
  
• 1 to less than 7 months
• Health benefits
  
• Dental plan
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits
• Durée de l'emploi: Permanent
• Langue de travail: Anglais
• Heures de travail: 35 to 40 hours per week

Scope:

Early Childhood and Infant/Toddler Educators work closely with all other members of the program team to provide nurturing care and education to young children 0-5 years of age in a group setting in accordance with the goals and curriculum plans of CMCS.

Key Responsibilities:

Program Planning and Development

• Recognizes and responds to the needs of each child by using developmentally appropriate teaching and child behaviour management techniques
• Understand and follow all center's policies, protocols, and management's directions (See SOP and Childcare Operations Manual)
• Ensure the program always operates in compliance with all childcare licensing standards
• Creates planned activities for Preschool programing and Group Childcare classroom.
• Responsible for arranging the classroom and play areas in accordance with Licensing Standards.
• Know, understand, and follow the Early Learning Framework.

Mentorship/Supervision

• Collaborates with Early Childhood Apprentice to ensure that classroom programing, hygiene, and cleanliness of classroom and equipment are regularly maintained.
• Participates in ongoing professional development and attends/maintains all mandatory training
• Participate in mentorship program
• Responsible for the constant supervision, safety, and well-being of the children

Communication

• Establish and maintain positive daily communication and interaction with co-workers, and building a positive working relationship
• Attends and participates actively in all program/centre, parental or other meetings as required

Classroom Maintenance

• Shares responsibility for maintaining program equipment in good repair; assists with toy/equipment disinfecting
• Shares responsibility for maintaining the play environments and storage areas in an organized and clutter-free condition

Education/ Experience:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Minimum 2 years experience working in a Licensed Childcare Centre or equivalent

Certification and/or License Requirement:

• A valid Early Childhood Education Certificate
• A valid First Aid Certificate
• A Criminal Record Check clearance letter (CMCS will run this check)
• Immunization Schedule or waiver
• Ability to provide a minimum of 2 current, satisfactory references
• Must be a Canadian resident or legally entitled to work in Canada

Skills:

• Interpersonal skills
• Management skills
• Effective guiding and caring skills
• Strong work ethic
• Punctual
• Flexibility, be open minded, willing to work with initiative, and work well with others
• Self motivated
• Excellent communication skills with fellow employees, parents, and children
• Creative and imaginative

Working Conditions:

• Will be required to work in fast paced environment
• Will be required to work between the hours of 7:30 AM and 5:30 PM (hours dependent upon need)
• May be asked to work overtime
• May be asked to take varying lunch breaks depending on all staff schedules

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $29.00-$30.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Extended health care
• Flexible schedule
• Life insurance
• On-site childcare
• On-site parking
• Vision care
• Wellness program

Work Location: In person

Job description

Little Forest Dwellers is looking for a full-time Early Childhood Educator with a Level 1, 2 or 3 Certification We operate from 7 am to 5:30 pm Monday to Friday. we follow a play based and nature responsive model of learning with a child led emergent program based on the FLIGHT framework. You would be working with an amazing group of educators and children, you would have lots of outdoor nature exploration time

Duties:

- Plan and implement age-appropriate experiences and activities for children in the classroom and outdoors

- Create a safe and nurturing environment for children to play, learn and grow

- Provide guidance and support to children in their social, emotional, and cognitive development

- Collaborate with other educators on the team

- Communicate regularly with parents about their child's progress and any concerns or updates

- Attend staff meetings, trainings, and professional development opportunities

Skills:

- Strong leadership skills to effectively manage a group of children

- Time management skills to prioritize tasks

• Creative, energetic, good communicator and flexible

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Salary: $18.00-$2.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement

Must have access to a vehicle, we are not accessible by public transportation.

Check out our Facebook and Instagram page to get an idea of our program.

Wage: 18.50- 20.00 per hour + top up according to Certification Level

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: 18.50- 20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 42.5 per week

Benefits:

• Extended health care
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• 8.5 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Application question(s):

• Do you have access to a vehicle? (We are not accessible by public transportation)

Licence/Certification:

• Police Information Check with Vulnerable Sector (preferred)
• First Aid Certification (preferred)
• Level 2 or 3 Child Care Certification (required)

Work Location: In person

Expected start date:

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 18.00- 28.62 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• On-site childcare
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement

Work Location: In person

Join the Child's Play Team

We're on the lookout for a playful, caring, and energetic Playworker to join our Child's Play family at our Westgate School location (150 Westminster Dr SW, Calgary)

Schedule:

• Monday - Friday → 2:00 - 6:00 p.m.

The successful candidate will be live in/around SW Calgary and available to work weekday afternoons.

Why Child's Play?

We believe that play is a child's right - and it should be child-led We provide safe, fun, and engaging spaces for kids before and after school, supporting their growth through play and discovery.

With 22 sites across Calgary, Airdrie, and Cochrane, we're proud to offer a workplace where positivity, teamwork, and laughter are just as important as professionalism.

Must-Haves:

• Level 1, 2, or 3 in Child Care (or willing to work toward it)
• Valid First Aid
• Criminal Record Check with vulnerable sector verification

(If you're still working on certifications, we're may be able to support you as you complete them.)

Are we the right match?

We'd love to meet you if you are:

• Kind, upbeat, and playful (kids aren't the only ones who should have fun)
• A proactive problem-solver with a "can-do" spirit
• Flexible, dependable, and ready to step in wherever needed
• A strong communicator who thrives in a team environment
• Open to feedback, learning, and growing together

What you'll do:

• Build warm, trusting relationships with children and families
• Create fun and meaningful play opportunities indoors & outdoors
• Support safe and positive group play, with a respectful approach to each child's needs
• Help keep our spaces clean, safe, and welcoming
• Pitch in on PD days, holidays, or when teammates need backup

Pay & Perks (We go above and beyond)

• Compensation of $ $19.00 per hour + government subsidy
• Extended health benefits (dental, vision, wellness)
• Health spending account
• RRSP matching program
• Paid day off on your birthday
• Ongoing mentorship & professional growth
• Opportunities to advance
• Fun social events with the team

We'd love to hear from you if you are:

• Legally entitled to work in Canada
• Okay with the location and part-time schedule
• Think you'd thrive in a playful, supportive, and child-centered environment

Job Type: Part-time

Benefits:

• Company events
• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• RRSP match
• Vision care

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Calgary, AB T3C 2T3: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

• Are you legally entitled to work in Canada?
• Are you available to work approximately 20 hours per week in SW Calgary?

Experience:

• Alberta childcare: 1 year (required)

Language:

• English (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Early Childhood Educator certification (required)
• First Aid and CPR Certification (required)

Work Location: In person

English

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.