Starting Salary: $64,480.42 Annually
Department: Child Care
Work Hours: 40 Hours per week
Deadline to Apply: September 5, 2026
Benefits & Perks: We offer an array of total rewards to recognize loyalty, longevity, and passion for the work we do:
- Paid Vacation Entitlements that increase with seniority (subject to eligibility)
- Competitive total compensation packages
- Group health and benefits plans (includes medical, dental, and prescription medication, subject to eligibility)
- Generous pension plans with employer matching
- Free YMCA Health & Fitness Memberships
- Professional development opportunities including paid training and access to YMCA education scholarships
- Reduced rates for YMCA Child Care, Camp, and Child & Youth programs (subject to eligibility)
- Mental Health on Demand (MHOD)
- Opportunities for career advancement
Position Overview:
Reporting to the Manager of Early Learning and Child Care, the Centre Supervisor is responsible for the day to day management of a YMCA Child Care centre, providing leadership and stability in the development and direct delivery of program, as well as being an energetic, dedicated, and enthusiastic RECE professional able to exercise sensitivity and maturity in dealing with both children and adults.
The Centre Supervisor will manage and mentor/coach staff, provide direct supervision to the Early Learning Child Care Centre team, as well as problem solve parent concerns. In addition, the Centre Supervisor will exhibit strong interpersonal skills and an understanding and appreciation for the delivery of high quality child care services for children ages 18 months to 3.8 years.
Hours of work are based on a full-time schedule, Monday to Friday with flexibility to work evenings and weekends, if required. Use of a vehicle is required.
What You’ll Do:
- Be responsible for the direct supervision, recruitment, orientation, and performance management of a designated staff team.
- Role model effective leadership behaviour that aligns with our YMCA HBB core values.
- Inform and educate staff on best practices and pedagogy, which translate into program delivery.
- Ensure centre meets the licensing requirements of the Child Care & Early Years Act (CCEYA).
- Ensure all human resource and child care policies/procedures are applied consistently, and measures are put in place to ensure transparency and fair processes.
- Co-ordinate and establish staff schedules, and complete payroll of designated program staff.
- Participate in budget preparation and ongoing monitoring of expenses and revenue for the centre.
- Develop and maintain business relationships with community groups, Municipalities, School Boards, staff, volunteers, participants and the Ministry of Education.
- Create a Parent Advisory Committee (PAC) and chair monthly meetings.
- Lead staff huddles and other meetings as directed.
- Actively participate in Association initiatives involving the Annual Giving Program and other educational and promotional initiatives of the Association.
- Assume frontline responsibilities as required.
- Travel for meetings, professional development sessions, other locations as needed
What You’ll Bring:
- Degree or Diploma in Early Childhood Education and a member in good standing of the College of Early Childhood Educators.
- A minimum of 2 to 5 years supervisory experience in a child care setting. Previous YMCA experience is considered an asset.
- Demonstrated ability in leading, coaching and cultivating a work environment of collaboration and teamwork.
- Experience in recruitment, hiring, performance management and training of staff.
- Experience in developing and managing a budget.
- Strong interpersonal communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Proficient computer skills using Microsoft Office, email and/or internet applications.
- Strong understanding and ability to articulate and implement the YMCA Playing to Learn curriculum.
- Demonstrated knowledge of current and emerging ministry directions and curriculum.
- Current Intermediate/Standard First Aid and CPR-Level C.
- Current Police Records Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening.
- Access to reliable personal transportation.
Organizational Overview
As one of the largest charitable community service organizations in Canada, the YMCA of Hamilton|Burlington|Brantford responds to critical social needs in the community and works to provide solutions. By nurturing the potential of children, youth and adults, the YMCA connects people to life-building opportunities, to each other and enhances their quality of life. We foster social responsibility and healthy living. The YMCA works collectively with community partners that share the YMCA’s determination in strengthening the foundations of community for all people.
Inclusion, Diversity, Equality and Accessibility
The YMCA of Hamilton|Burlington|Brantford is committed to creating an inclusive, diverse, equitable and accessible environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or neurodiversity.
We understand the social barriers preventing individuals from applying for open roles. We encourage those from the Indigenous, 2SLGBTQIA+, BIPOC, and Disabled communities to apply.
If you need any accommodation throughout the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to contact our People, Leadership and Culture Department at [email protected]
Ready to Make a Difference?
The YMCA is a charity that ignites the potential in people. #YSavesLives starts with building a strong community. If you’re passionate about people and excited to lead impactful initiatives, we want to hear from you!
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Demonstrated ability in leading, coaching and cultivating a work environment of collaboration and teamwork.
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Experience in recruitment, hiring, performance management and training of staff
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2 - 5 years: Supervisory experience in a child care setting
Required
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Some post college or better in Early Childhood Education
Required
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Police Check
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CPR C
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Standard First Aid
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Registered ECE
Required
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Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
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Leader: Inspires teammates to follow them
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Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
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Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
Required
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Flexibility: Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals
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Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization
Preferred
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Growth Opportunities: Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility
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Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help
