Employment - Early Childhood Educator - Cove Early Learning Centre

Early Childhood Educator - Cove Early Learning Centre

YMCA of Cape Breton

Full-Time Permanent

Weekdays

Description

Title: Early Childhood Educator

Reports to: Director of Early Learning Centre

Position Status: Full-time, Permanent

Salary Range: $25.11 to $31.56 per/hour

Start Date: As soon as possible

Office Locations: Sydney, NS

 

 Be the spark that ignites the potential in people! The YMCA of Cape Breton is seeking an Early Childhood Educator to join our Early Learning Centre team at Cove Guest Home.

 Position Summary

 Reporting to the Centre Director, the Early Childhood Educator is responsible for creating a stimulating, safe and nurturing environment for children to learn and grow. The Early Childhood Educator is responsible for ensuring YMCA Playing to Learn program requirements are met and exceeded while complying with the Education & Early Childhood Development Regulations and National YMCA Child Safeguarding Standards.

 

The Early Childhood Educator will:

  • Plan and implement YMCA Playing to Learn Curriculum in accordance with the goals and objectives of the Child Care Centre to foster maximum development for each child’s potential and growth.
  • Plan, implement, and assess developmentally appropriate indoor and outdoor learning environments for young children that support emotional and social development, while understanding and encouraging positive self-concepts.
  • Use a variety of teaching techniques that include, but are not limited to, modelling, observing, questioning, demonstrating, and reinforcing.
  • Effectively communicate concerns and suggestions openly to the Director, the Assistant Director, and co-workers.
  • To work collaboratively with the team
  • Be knowledgeable of staffing information and the Child Care Department’s Policies including Behavior Guidance, Child Abuse Protocol, and Confidentiality.
  • Attend professional development workshops and mandatory curriculum trainings when they are available.
  • Supervise Student Placements and ensure proper paperwork is completed.
  • Responsible for program set up, classroom clean up and organization
  • To administer and record all children’s medication, plans of action and behavior charts
  • To develop and maintain meaningful relationships with families and the community
  • Other duties as assigned by Centre Director and Assistant Director

 

Qualifications

  •  Level 1, 2 or Level 3 Early Childhood Education Classification.
  • Experience working in childcare.
  • Maintain current first aid and CPR certification.
  • Maintain a clean Criminal Record Check which includes a clear Vulnerable Sector Check.
  • Provide and maintain an up-to-date Child Abuse Registry Check.
  • Attend Child Abuse Protocol Training.

  

Note: Successful candidates will be required to provide a current and satisfactory Criminal Record Check/ Vulnerable Sector Check and Child Abuse Registry Check. They will also be required to attend YMCA Child Safeguarding Training, as well as successfully complete First Aid and CPR training.

 

We offer

  •  Comprehensive Benefit and Pension Plan
  • Strong Work Life Balance Programs – Paid time off (15 days paid vacation, 11 wellness days per year, paid holidays)
  • YMCA employee or family membership
  • Discounted Childcare and Program Rates
  • We are an AIP (Atlantic Immigration Program) designated employer


How To Apply

YMCA of Cape Breton will be accepting applications for this position via email. Please follow the instructions below carefully. Failure to do so may result in disqualification.

Please email your cover letter and resume in one document to HR@cb.ymca.ca by 4:30 pm ADT February 20, 2026. It is imperative that the cover letter and resume illustrate your professional competencies in relation to this position. Please reference  ECE-COVE2026  in the subject line and note only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

 We look forward to hearing from you!

The YMCA of Cape Breton is an equal opportunity employer that values the diversity of people and communities and is committed to excellence and inclusion in our Association. We are committed to an environment that is barrier free. If you require accommodation during the hiring process, please inform us in advance to arrange reasonable and appropriate accommodation.

Email Address: hr@cb.ymca.ca Apply here

Intended Audience

This employment opportunity is open for: Canadian citizens, permanent residents, and temporary residents who are able to work for any employer in Canada (student permit, open work permit holders), unless specific eligibility criteria are noted in the above job posting.

Location Information
Community
Sydney
County
Cape Breton Regional Municipality
Province
Nova Scotia
Country
Canada
Opportunity Information
Employer
YMCA of Cape Breton
NOC Code
—
Experience Required
Yes
Available Openings
1
Pay Type
Salary
Pay Period
To be Determined
Remuneration Per Pay Period
Estimated Weekly Hours
40.00
Start Date
February 16th 2026
End Date
—
Language
English
Language Proficiency Level
Posted on
February 10th 2026
Expires
February 20th 2026