Posted 15 months ago
Pre-K Casual Caregiver
@ YMCA Newfoundland and Labrador
St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador
Overview
YMCA Newfoundland and Labrador is hiring part-time casual Pre-K caregivers for licensed child care locations province-wide. The work involves supervising and caring for young children, with physical demands including lifting up to 50 pounds. Pay follows the Provincial ECE Wage Grid, with annual performance-based increases and staff benefits.
Responsibilities:
- Supervise and care for children at licensed Pre-K sites
- Lift and move children, materials and equipment up to 50 pounds
- Assist children quickly in emergency situations
- Maintain a respectful, inclusive environment
Requirements summary:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- 18 years or older
- Complete AECENL Casual Caregiver Pilot Program Module
- Early learning or equivalent care experience
- Current Emergency First Aid
- Criminal record and vulnerable sector checks reviewed individually
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- Employer posting date
- 2025-08-25
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-11
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-08
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Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Social & community services |
| Schedule | day |
| Travel | air: none · ground: minimal |
| Work setting | School, Care home |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical high · lift 50 lb · computer low |
| Languages | American Sign Language |
| Licences & certifications | AECENL Casual Caregiver Pilot Program Module, Emergency First Aid |
| Background checks | criminal record, vulnerable sector |
| Education | High school (required) |
| Perks mentioned | Performance bonus, Employee discount, Wellness, Uniform provided |
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YMCA Newfoundland and Labrador
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The YMCA of Newfoundland and Labrador is one of the oldest charities in Newfoundland and Labrador. The YMCA builds strong kids, strong families and strong communities. This group is for friends of the YMCA to keep in touch and keep up on what is happening with our YMCA. Our Mission: The YMCA is a charity open to everyone at all stages of life, that provides opportunities to grow in spirit, mind, and body. Our Vision: A province of vibrant and healthy communities where everyone can belong, grow, and thrive. Our Values: Caring, Honesty, Respect, Responsibility, Diversity.
- LinkedIn followers
- 2,568
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 68
- Reported office locations
- 35 Ridge Road, P.O. Box 21291, St. John’s, NL A1A 5G6, CA
- 255-263 McGettigan Blvd., P.O. Box 1308, Marystown, NL A0E 2M0, CA
- Other recorded names
- YMCA of Newfoundland and Labrador
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The YMCA of Newfoundland and Labrador is one of the oldest charities in Newfoundland and Labrador. The YMCA builds strong kids, strong families and strong communities. This group is for friends of the YMCA to keep in touch and keep up on what is happening with our YMCA. Our Mission: The YMCA is a charity open to everyone at all stages of life, that provides opportunities to grow in spirit, mind, and body. Our…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Wellness and Fitness Services |
| Company size | 201-500 employees |
| Headquarters | St. John’s, NL |
| Organization type | Nonprofit |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 37 |
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Pre-K Casual Caregiver – Casual – Province Wide
Wage Range: In accordance with the Provincial ECE Wage Grid
Job Competition #: Pre-K-CCG-PT
The YMCA has been part of life in Newfoundland and Labrador since 1854. Our charity’s core programs of Health, Fitness, and Aquatics; Child Care and Day Camp; and Employment, Enterprise, and Newcomer Services are offered at more than 200 locations and points of delivery in our communities throughout the province. Our focus on inclusiveness and accessibility means we serve people of all ages, backgrounds and abilities through all stages of life.
Join Our Team
We are seeking Casual Caregivers to join our Pre-K Child Care team at the licensed locations province-wide. To be employed in regulated child care and to successfully fulfill field placement requirements, candidates must be able to lift and move children, materials and equipment (up to 50 pounds) on a consistent basis. As well, physical effort, strength and endurance is required in the supervision and care of children, e.g., maintaining balance, kneeling and bending, pushing and pulling strollers and carts, and moving quickly to assist children in emergency situations.
Job Requirements
- High School diploma or equivalent
- Must be 18 years or older to work in regulated child care
- Completion of the AECENL Casual Caregiver Pilot Program Module
- Experience working in early learning or equivalent experience providing care
- American Sign Language (ASL) is considered an asset
- Current Emergency First Aid
- Criminal Record Checks and Vulnerable Sector Checks are reviewed on an individual basis
Benefits of Working with the YMCA
- Competitive compensation with annual performance based wage/salary increases
- $50 Christmas gift card
- Employee Referral Program – Receive monetary incentives for contributing to our hiring practices
- Employee Recognition Programs
- Enhance your health with a free Health, Fitness and Aquatics YMCA membership
- 10% staff discount to YMCA programs and services (not applicable to child care fees)
- Free uniforms. No more deciding what to wear to work
- Opportunities for professional development and career advancement
- Work in an inclusive environment where caring, honesty, diversity, respect and responsibility are lived values
Key Competencies
- Creates a respectful and inclusive environment
- Demonstrates the ability to see the world from a child’s perspective
- Build relationships with people through behaviours such as greeting people by name, anticipating needs and providing feedback
- Demonstrates personal discipline to meet expectations and goals
- Self-manages behaviours, learns from mistakes, and seeks out feedback and coaching
- Reliable and punctual to ensure our team creates a great participant experience
The YMCA of Newfoundland and Labrador is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. 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. We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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