The YMCA of Northeastern Ontario has been serving our local communities for over 180 years and we are committed to supporting our local families, children, adults, youth and seniors in our various programs and services today. At the YMCA, our values and purpose drive everything that we do. As a charity, we’ve championed values of empathy, health, trustworthy, inclusiveness, respect and responsibility. Helping people develop a healthy spirit, mind and body and inspiring a sense of social responsibility is the cornerstone of our legacy of caring.

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This job posting is for an existing vacancy and is intended to fill a current position within our organization. Are you passionate about creating safe, nurturing, and inspiring environments for children to learn and grow? At the YMCA of Northeastern Ontario, we’re looking for enthusiastic Early Learning Assistants who bring heart, creativity, and professionalism to their work every day. As an Early Learning Assistant, you’ll be a key part of a dynamic team that supports children’s development through play-based learning, meaningful relationships, and a commitment to health and safety. These Part-Time positions within the Association are at our Markstay location.

START DATE: August 25, 2026

LOCATION: Markstay RATE OF PAY: $21.96 per hour *This position includes the Ministry of Education Wage Enhancement Grant (WEG) of up to an additional $2.00/hour for qualifying roles within a licensed child care program at the YMCA HOURS: 20 hours per week What You'll Bring to the Role Grade 12 Diploma or equivalent Minimum of two (2) years working with children and/or youth Current Standard First Aid with Infant and Child CPR (Level C) *Recognized by the WSIB Knowledge of Child Care and Early Years Act, 2014 Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills Certification in YMCA Playing to Learn and Healthy Child Development is an asset Health Assessment from Medical Professional and Immunizations Record Current and satisfactory Police Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening (dated within the last 6 months) What You'll Be Doing Child Supervision & Programming Provide attentive, compassionate supervision to ensure each child’s health, safety, and well-being Keep accurate attendance records and conduct regular head counts - always know your numbers!

Plan and deliver engaging educational programming using YMCA curricula

YMCA Playing to Learn™, A Place to Connect™, Zen-er-gy™, and Healthy Childhood Development Track children’s development through documentation and open communication with families and community partners Follow YMCA policies and the Child Care & Early Years Act (CCEYA), along with guidelines from Public Health, Fire Department, and other agencies Environmental Safety & Maintenance Conduct daily safety scans of indoor and outdoor spaces before and after programming Ensure all areas are clean, organized, and safe for children and staff Sanitize toys, equipment, and furnishings according to YMCA and Public Health standards Adapt the physical environment to meet the needs of all children, prioritizing safety and inclusion Uphold legal responsibilities under the Child & Family Services Act, including the Duty to Report Administrative Duties & Professional Development Record live attendance and ensure it matches the number of children in your care Attend monthly team meetings and participate in ongoing professional development Collaborate with your supervisor on goal setting and performance reviews Complete required documentation for incidents, health and safety, and child development Use Weemarkable to share daily updates with families Safely store confidential records and data Support the team with other duties as assigned What We Offer As a charity and community-based organization, we know how important connection and wellness is, and we offer a workplace that invests in people. We provide: Free YMCA membership + 10% off family membership Paid personal/sick days Employee & Family Assistance Program with counselling, coaching, legal + financial supports YMCA Federation Pension Plan Mileage reimbursement Team events + staff recognition Learning & development opportunities Flexible hours + hybrid work options (role dependent) HOW TO APPLY If you would like to work in a family friendly environment, please apply, by website only, with a cover letter and resume by August 18, 2026 to the attention of the Personnel Committee. Please ensure that your cover letter and resume both specify the job title of the position that you are applying for. All applicants are thanked for their interest in this position. However, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. If contacted and you require a disability related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, you must advise the Human Resources Department. Please note that successful candidates will be required to submit a current and satisfactory Police Record with Vulnerable Sector Check for review prior to starting employment. Police records are reviewed on an individual basis, and any offences are considered in relation to the nature of the position and its responsibilities, particularly in working with children and vulnerable populations. A positive record does not automatically disqualify a candidate from employment. Please note that candidates invited for an interview will be required to submit three professional references. YMCA of Northeastern Ontario is an equal opportunity employer that is dedicated to maintaining a fair and equitable work environment. All of our employees and job applicants will be promoted or employed solely on the basis of their abilities and qualifications. Educational credentials completed outside of Canada require an Educational Evaluation along with your credentials. If you do not have an evaluation document, please visit https://www.wes.org/ca/. or https://www.icascanada.ca. Applications submitted without an evaluation document may not be considered.