CWELCC - Early Learning Assistant

Overview

Posted Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 5 : 00 AM | Expires Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 4 : 59 AM

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. To learn more about our programs and services offered please visit our website. 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 various locations throughout the City of Timmins .

START DATE : February 10, 2026

LOCATION : Timmins

RATE OF PAY : $19.68 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

Environmental Safety & Maintenance

Administrative Duties & Professional Development

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 :

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 February 3, 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.

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