Manager, Early Learning and Child Care

Why You’ll Love Working with Us:

In addition to working with an amazing team in an inclusive and collaborative working environment that encourages creativity, curiosity, and celebrates success, we offer:

• Paid Vacation Entitlements that increase with seniority (subject to eligibility)


• Paid Personal days and sick days


• A generous employer-paid Group Health benefit plan starting from day 1, with 3 flexible options to choose from 


• A Defined Contribution Pension Plan with up to 5% employer matching


• Mental Health on Demand (MHOD) Program


• Hybrid work arrangements with in-person office time to collaborate, innovate and build relationships with your colleagues


• Paid professional development opportunities


• Reduced rates for YMCA Child Care, Camp, and Child & Youth programs (subject to availability)


• Free staff YMCA Health & Fitness Memberships

Position Overview:

This position reports to the General Manager, Brantford Child Care and is based on a full-time schedule, Monday to Friday. Use of a vehicle is required in order to conduct visits and provide on-site program support when needed.

In this role, the Manager, Early Learning and Child Care will manage and mentor/coach staff as well as provide direction, supervision to several programs and problem solve parent concerns. This position may be required to work evenings and weekends.

This is a great opportunity for an individual with a high level of interest in working with the YMCA HBB as a charitable organization.

What You'll Do:

• Role model effective leadership and managerial behaviour that aligns with YMCA core values.


• Inform and educate staff on best practices and pedagogy which translate into program delivery.


• Develop and maintain business relationships with community groups, City of Brantford, the School Boards, staff, volunteers, participants and the Ministry of Education.


• Ensure all centres meet the licensing requirements of the Child Care Early Years Act (CCEYA).


• Coordinate staffing schedules.


• Recruit, hire, orient and coordinate training for child care team.


• Ensure all human resource and childcare policies/procedures are applied consistently and measures are put in place to ensure transparency and fair processes.


• Complete payroll for designated program staff.


• Support budget preparation and ongoing monitoring of expenses and revenue.


• Conduct monthly site visits to programs.


• Lead staff huddles and professional development training sessions.


• Assume frontline responsibilities as required.


• Be involved in Parent Advisory Meetings and community meetings as directed.


• Perform other duties as required.

What You'll Bring:

• Post-secondary education in a Child & Youth related field.


• Four (4) years of experience working with children and youth in a variety of settings.


• Two (2) years supervisory experience.


• Demonstrated ability in leading, coaching and cultivating a work environment of collaboration and teamwork.


• Knowledge and understanding of current and emerging ministry directions and curriculum.


• Experience working with school age children, including relevant knowledge of programming and curriculum.


• Proven ability to develop and foster relationships with school principal and teachers.


• Strong leadership and time management skills.


• Strong verbal and written communication skills.


• Proficient computer skills using Microsoft Office, email and/or internet applications.


• Access to own vehicle is required to conduct programs visits within the community and provide on-site support.


• Current Standard First Aid and CPR (Level C) certification.

A Major Asset If:

• You are a Registered Early Childhood Educator (RECE) in good standing with the College of Early Childhood Educators (CECE).

This position requires a commitment to the YMCA HBB mission and core values of: Inclusion, Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility, as well as a commitment to building developmental assets in children and adults.

All offers of employment will be subject to the provision that the successful incumbent provides the YMCA of Hamilton|Burlington|Brantford with a current and satisfactory Police Records Check. Positions responsible for the direct supervision of children and/or vulnerable persons will be required, in addition to a Police Records Check, to provide a Vulnerable Sector Screening Report at the time of hire. Police Records Checks are reviewed on an individual basis, and the offence(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.

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!