Director, School Age Programs

Posted Friday, January 30, 2026 at 5:00 AM | Expires Saturday, February 14, 2026 at 4:59 AM

Start Date:

As soon as possible

Join the YMCA School Age Program Team in the London-Middlesex Region! Be the spark that ignites the potential in others.

We provide valuable training and development opportunities to help our team members grow professionally and personally. Our culture is of paramount importance to us. We formally measure employee engagement annually to ensure our employees are having an excellent employment experience. Our current level of engagement is 80%, compared to some Canadian employer statistics of 69%.

YMCA of Southwestern Ontario was founded in 1856 and has over 200 locations. We are one of the largest not-for-profit providers of licensed child care in Canada and have over 100 school age programs across our regions. We also offer settlement services to newcomers, employment programs, mental health support, and youth programs. We operate two overnight camps and 15 Health & Fitness branches across Southwestern Ontario.

Our people are central to delivering our mission. We are committed to the development of healthy communities and welcome people of all backgrounds, beliefs, and abilities.

• Demonstrates our Core Values:
  Caring, Honesty, Respect & Responsibility and Inclusivity
• Fun, Enthusiastic & Friendly Individuals
• Hardworking and Dependable
• Positive Role Model
• Team Player
• Professionalism
• Enjoy working in a Social Environment
• Ability to effectively communicate with Employees & Members

Starting rates are dependent on region, qualifications, and contract.

• Members of the College of Early Childhood Educators, Ontario - up to $32.52 per hour (includes government wage enhancements)
• Non-Members - up to $28.52 per hour (includes government wage enhancements)

• Complementary YMCA personal membership to our Health & Fitness facilities, and discounts on YMCA child care and camp programs
• Vacation entitlement in accordance with the employment standards regulations, and up to 12 paid personal days annually
• Benefits package and Pension, applicable with position/contract length
• Being part of a caring and supportive network of people to help each other succeed
• Complementary access to wellness and counselling services
• Contribute to a real, meaningful impact in the lives of children and youth

• 7.5 hour workday, Monday through Friday (no weekends)
• 37.5 hour work week
• Required to work flexible shifts to support the school age programs

• Oversee and support day-to-day operations of the centre, including staffing, family engagement, financial matters, inclusive programming, and YMCA quality outcomes.
• Follow and ensure the program policies and procedures, and day-to-day operation are in accordance with regulations.
• Lead the implementation of an inclusive play‑based curriculum that includes How Does Learning Happen and the YMCA Curriculum.
• Evaluate program quality using audit tools and quality initiatives and required records for compliance.
• Demonstrate YMCA Core Values—Respect, Responsibility, Honesty, and Caring—in all daily interactions.
• Implement, practice, and mentor daily the YMCA of Southwestern Ontario Program Statement.
• Maintain accurate records, files, and forms as required by the Ministry of Education and YMCA of Southwestern Ontario.
• Liaise with parents and community partners in a professional manner, maintaining an inviting and inclusive environment.
• Oversee all registrations of children, monitor enrollment, and maintain occupancy goals of the centre.
• Manage the centre budget, complete financial forecasting, maintain and report accurate expenses, and complete payroll requirements.
• Manage Human Resource requirements for employees as needed.
  
  Assist with onboarding new staff as needed.
• Work collaboratively with the Directors of the YMCA Programs.

• An Early Childhood Educator Diploma, or a diploma or degree in a related field of study, combined with a minimum of 2 years of related supervisory experience within a childcare environment.
• Registered and in good standing in the College of Early Childhood Educators (CECE).
• Graduates in a related field of study must be members of the required associations.
• Valid Standard First Aid and CPR Level C certification or scheduled training within the next three months.
• Applicants are required to be a minimum of 18 years of age or older to obtain a current Vulnerable Criminal Reference Check (less than 6 months old).
• Up-to-date immunizations required by Public Health, Ministry of Education and YMCASWO.
• Ability to use frequent light to medium physical effort: lifting up to 20 kg (44 lbs.), bending, and stooping.
• Legally entitled to work in Canada.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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