Kitchener, Ontario, Canada · On-site
Early Years Educator - Full Time (RECE, EYE) Location: Waterloo Region Work Hours: Shifts will vary between 7:00am – 6:00pm. 7.5 hours per day Monday to Friday. Employment Type: Full Time, Permanent Number of Vac…
Skills: Child-Centred Programming, Curriculum Implementation, Child Supervision, Developmental Documentation, Relationship Building
Kitchener, Ontario, Canada · On-site
Child Care Cook (Ayr) - Full Time Contract Location: Cedar Creek YMCA Child Care - Ayr, Waterloo Region Work Hours: 7.5 hours per day, Monday to Friday. Shifts will vary between 7:00am – 6:00pm. Employment Type: …
Skills: Meal Preparation, Nutritional Planning, Food Safety, Time Management, Independent Work
Guelph, Ontario, Canada · On-site
$17/hr
Children's Program Instructor - Guelph Location: Guelph YMCA, Guelph-Wellington Region Work Hours: Evening and weekend availability required. Employment Type: Part Time, Permanent Number of Vacancies: 2 Anticipated Start…
Skills: Program Instruction, Child Safeguarding, Activity Planning, Interpersonal Communication, Relationship Building
Kitchener, Ontario, Canada · On-site
Child Care Cook/Early Years Educator - Part Time Contract Location: Groh YMCA Child Care - Waterloo Region Work Hours: Hours will be based on operational needs of the centre. Monday to Friday. Shifts will vary between 7:…
Skills: Meal Preparation, Nutritional Planning, Food Safety, Time Management, Child Care
Cambridge, Ontario, Canada · Hybrid
$58k–$68k/yr
Location: Cambridge, Waterloo Region Work Hours: 37.5 hours per week Employment Type: Full Time - Permanent Number of Vacancies: 1 Anticipated Start Date: To be determined Deadline to Apply: July 3, 2026 Role and Startin…
Skills: Fund Accounting, Financial Analysis, Budget Variance Analysis, General Ledger, Excel
Stratford, Ontario, Canada · On-site
$17/hr–$37/hr
Personal Trainer - Stratford Family YMCA Location: Stratford Family YMCA, Stratford-Perth Region Work Hours: Flexible hours. Days, evenings, weekends required. Employment Type: Part Time, Permanent Number of Vacanc…
Skills: Personal Training, Exercise Prescription, Interpersonal Skills, Relationship Building, Communication
Guelph, Ontario, Canada · On-site
$24/hr
National Lifeguard Instructor and Examiner – Guelph YMCA Location: Guelph YMCA, Guelph-Wellington Work Hours: Evening and weekend availability required. Employment Type: Part Time, Contract Number of Vacancies: 2 A…
Skills: Lifeguarding, Aquatic Leadership Instruction, Lesson Planning, Interpersonal Skills, Relationship Building
Guelph, Ontario, Canada · On-site
$17/hr
Facility Cleaner - Guelph YMCA Location: Guelph YMCA, Guelph-Wellington Region Work Hours: 37.5 hours per week. Tuesday-Saturday: 3:00pm-11:00pm Employment Type: Full Time, Permanent Number of Vacancies: 1 Anticipated St…
Skills: Facility Cleaning, Customer Service, Cleaning Equipment Operation, Time Management, Teamwork
Waterloo, Ontario, Canada · On-site
$17/hr
Facility Cleaner - Stork Family YMCA Location: Stork Family YMCA, Waterloo Region Work Hours: 37.5 hours per week. Monday-Friday: 7:00am-3:00pm Employment Type: Full Time, Permanent Number of Vacancies: 1 Anticipated Sta…
Skills: Facility Cleaning, Customer Service, Time Management, Organization, Teamwork
Stratford, Ontario, Canada · On-site
Volleyball Referee - Stratford YMCA Location: Stratford YMCA, Stratford-Perth Region Work Hours: Evenings and weekend availability required Employment Type: Part Time, Contract Number of Vacancies: Multiple Start Date: A…
Skills: Volleyball Officiating, Rule Enforcement, Conflict Resolution, First Aid Maintenance, Interpersonal Communication
Stratford, Ontario, Canada · On-site
$49k–$54k/yr
Supervisor, Aquatics and Children's Programming Location: Stratford YMCA, Stratford-Perth Region Work Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Tuesday – Saturday. Evenings and Weekends Required. Employment Type: Full Time Per…
Skills: Leadership, Staff Mentorship, Aquatic Safety, Program Management, Budget Management
Cambridge, Ontario, Canada · On-site
$70k–$80k/yr
Health & Wellness Centre Manager - Waterloo Location: Stork Family YMCA, Waterloo Region Work Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Evenings and weekends required Employment Type: Full Time, Permanent Number of Vacancies: 1 Anti…
Skills: Leadership, Budget Management, Team Development, Operational Excellence, Service Design
Erin, Ontario, Canada · On-site
Early Years Educator - Full Time (RECE, EYE) Location: Erin YMCA Child Care, Erin - Guelph-Wellington *no public transportation to this location Work Hours: Shifts will vary between 7:00am – 6:00pm. 8 hours per …
Skills: Child-centred Programming, Curriculum Implementation, Child Supervision, Documentation of Development, Compassionate Care
Kitchener, Ontario, Canada · On-site
Early Years Educator - Part Time (RECE, EYE) Location: Waterloo Region Work Hours: Part-Time Hourly: Must at minimum be available to work Monday to Friday, between approximately 2:30pm-6:00pm (varies by location) 10 Mont…
Skills: Child Care, Curriculum Implementation, Child Development Documentation, Safety Supervision, Relationship Building
Kitchener, Ontario, Canada · On-site
$50k/yr
Waterloo Region - EarlyON Educator **RECE or current enrollment in ECE/BELP program required** Location: EarlyON, Waterloo Region (Please refer to the Additional Information section for details) Work Hours: 37.5 hours pe…
Skills: Child development, Inquiry-based learning, Relationship building, Communication, Adaptability
Kitchener, Ontario, Canada · On-site
$24/hr
Program Support & Outreach Worker Location: Waterloo Region Work Hours: 37.5 Employment Type: Full- Time Contract Number of Vacancies: 1 Anticipated Start Date: July 6, 2026 Contract End Date: December 12, 2026 Deadline …
Skills: Digital Literacy Instruction, Community Outreach, Settlement Services, Tigrinya Fluency, Rohingya Fluency
Guelph, Ontario, Canada · On-site
Early Years Educator - Part Time School Age (RECE, EYE) Location: Guelph-Wellington Work Hours: Part-Time Hourly: Must at minimum be available to work Monday to Friday, between approximately 2:30pm-6:00pm (varies by loca…
Skills: Childcare, Curriculum Implementation, Child Development Documentation, Safety Supervision, Relationship Building
Kitchener, Ontario, Canada · On-site
$55k/yr
EarlyON Designate - Waterloo Region Location: EarlyON, Waterloo Region (see the additional Information section for details) Work Hours: 37.5 hours/ week Occasional evenings and rotational or regularly scheduled Saturdays…
Skills: Child Development, Inquiry-Based Learning, Curriculum Facilitation, Relationship Building, Communication
St. Clements, Ontario, Canada · On-site
$17/hr
Shared Outdoor Educator Location: Camp Ki-Wa-Y and Crow Shield Lodge Work Hours: 40 hr per week Employment Type: Seasonal Part- time Contract- Number of Vacancies: 1 Anticipated Start Date: July 6, 2026 Contract End Date…
Skills: Outdoor Education, Land-Based Learning, Indigenous Perspectives, Program Design, Interpersonal Communication
Kitchener, Ontario, Canada · On-site
$50k/yr
Waterloo Region - EarlyON Educator **RECE or current enrollment in ECE/BELP program required** Location: EarlyON, Waterloo Region (Please refer to the Additional Information section for details) Work Hours: 37.5 hours pe…
Skills: Child development, Inquiry-based learning, Relationship building, Communication, Adaptability
Sign up with Clera and we'll reach out the moment a role actually fits you — no more spraying applications into the void.
Plan and implement child-centred programs for children aged 0-12 using specific YMCA curricula. Provide compassionate care, ensure child safety, and maintain positive relationships with families while documenting developmental progress.
Requires an ECE Diploma and registration with the CECE, or a degree/diploma in a related field such as Child and Youth Care or Education. Must possess valid Standard First Aid/CPR Level C, up-to-date immunizations, and be legally entitled to work in Canada.
Early Years Educator - Full Time (RECE, EYE)
Location: Waterloo Region |
Work Hours: Shifts will vary between 7:00am – 6:00pm. 7.5 hours per day Monday to Friday. |
Employment Type: Full Time, Permanent
|
Number of Vacancies: 1 |
Anticipated Start Date: Immediate
|
Deadline to Apply: July 9, 2026 |
Starting Rates (funding included):
| |
Total Rewards Package: We believe that everyone has the potential to shine! Our culture is built around connection, celebration, appreciation, and recognition, and it starts with a total rewards package focused on Well-Being.
At the YMCA of Three Rivers, we value work-life harmony. Full-time team members start with: • 3 weeks of vacation, with the opportunity to earn more as their length of service increases • 12 well-being days for sick time or proactive self-care, which can be used as they are earned. Bereavement days are also available. Pension Plan Full-time employees can join our group pension plan after two consecutive years of employment. Employees contribute 5% of their gross earnings per pay, which is matched by the Y. After three consecutive years of full-time service, participation in the YMCA pension plan becomes mandatory. Health, Dental and Well Being Benefits The YMCA of Three Rivers offers a comprehensive group benefits package to full-time employees (starting 3 months after the start date), including: • Prescription drugs, Basic dental coverage, Paramedical services, Vision care • Access to an Employee (and Family) Assistance Program offering free and confidential counseling, resources, and services • A free YMCA membership for you and your family, providing access to our fitness centers • Discounts on YMCA programs and services, including childcare
| |
Role Overview:
Who we are… The YMCA of Three Rivers is a charitable organization proudly serving the communities of Guelph-Wellington, Stratford-Perth, and Waterloo Region. We aspire to build connected and resilient communities. Our mission 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.
We strive to be a great place to work for all employees to live in purpose, passion and potential Shine!
This is where you come in. As Canada’s largest not-for-profit child care provider, the YMCA plays a leading role in offering quality care and education to all young children in our communities across Guelph and Wellington Counties, Stratford-Perth, and Waterloo Regions.
In this role, you will plan and implement a child-centred program in accordance with our Playing to Learn curriculum (0-6 year old) and the YMCA Place to Connect curriculum (6-12 year olds). We are committed to providing you with opportunities to develop your knowledge, skills and career while you enhance the experience of the children and families we serve.
What you will do…
What you will bring…
Early Child Care Educator:
General Qualifications:
| |
Additional Information:
Our Commitment to Safeguarding Child and Youth In keeping with our commitment to child and youth safeguarding, job offers are contingent on completing a current Vulnerable Sector Check and employment reference checks. Vulnerable Sector Checks are reviewed individually, and the offense(s) - if any - is considered in the decision-making process in relation to the requirement of working with children, therefore not eliminating all candidates with a record from being offered a position. Vulnerable Sector Checks must be renewed every three years.
Our Commitment to JAIDE (Justice, Access, Inclusion, Diversity and Equity) We embrace the values of Justice, Access, Inclusion Diversity and Equity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace, welcoming applications from all qualified persons. We encourage Black, Indigenous, People of Colour, 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals, gender-diverse people, people with diverse abilities, members of ethnic minorities and faith groups, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply. Applicants will not be discriminated against based on race, colour, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ability, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, medical condition, or any protected group. We are committed to creating an environment where we eliminate barriers and promote the inclusion of equity groups. Studies have shown that women and people of equity deserving backgrounds are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every qualification in the posting. We understand the knowledge and experience can be gained in many ways, so we strongly encourage applications even if you don’t believe you meet all the requirements outlined. Per the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, accommodation will be provided at any point throughout the hiring process, provided the candidate makes their accommodation need known to the YMCA of Three Rivers.
Our Commitment to Privacy The YMCA of Three Rivers complies with the Employment Standards Act, Pay Equity Legislation, and privacy laws. We are committed to protecting personal information by following responsible information-handling practices that are in keeping with privacy laws. Please visit our website for more information on the YMCA of Three Rivers’ commitment to privacy.
Please note that due to the large volume of applications received, only candidates being considered for the position will be contacted.
To explore additional career opportunities with the YMCA of Three Rivers, please visit our Career Page.
|
Safe | Strong | Connected
The YMCA of Three Rivers marks the official unification of the YMCAs of Cambridge and Kitchener-Waterloo, the YMCA-YWCA of Guelph, and the YMCA of Stratford-Perth as one regional entity. Through this process, we're bringing together our strengths and expertise to better serve our communities, where and how they need us most. For more than 150 years, we've demonstrated our commitment to our communities by showing up and delivering the programs, outreach, and services to our people need. This is the good stuff that we’re all about. And, in unifying, equipped with a re-commitment and a bold, new shared vision and purpose. Our goal? To keep showing up for our communities - where, when, and how the need us most.
Offices: 250 Hespeler Rd, Cambridge, Ontario N1R 3H3, CA
Safe | Strong | Connected
The YMCA of Three Rivers marks the official unification of the YMCAs of Cambridge and Kitchener-Waterloo, the YMCA-YWCA of Guelph, and the YMCA of Stratford-Perth as one regional entity. Through this process, we're bringing together our strengths and expertise to better serve our communities, where and how they need us most. For more than 150 years, we've demonstrated our commitment to our communities by showing up and delivering the programs, outreach, and services to our people need. This is the good stuff that we’re all about. And, in unifying, equipped with a re-commitment and a bold, new shared vision and purpose. Our goal? To keep showing up for our communities - where, when, and how the need us most.
Offices: 250 Hespeler Rd, Cambridge, Ontario N1R 3H3, CA
