Mobile Relief Educator
Part-Time | Split Shift | Guaranteed 25 Hours per Week
St. Thomas & Elgin County (Travel Across 10 Locations)
Love working with kids? Love variety? Love the idea of being the person who swoops in and keeps the day running smoothly?
YWCA St. Thomas-Elgin is looking for a caring, adaptable, and energetic Mobile Educator to support our School Age Childcare programs across the region. This is not a one-site position — every day may bring a new school, new group of children, and new opportunities to make a difference.
If you enjoy being part of a team, bringing creativity to play, and helping children feel safe, welcome, and excited to be in program, this role might be a perfect fit. Enjoy the stability of guaranteed weekly hours with the variety of supporting multiple programs.
Locations include:
Elgin Court PS (254 First Ave, St.Thomas, ON)
Eva Circe Cote PS (94885 Sparta Line, Sparta, ON)
Davenport PS (80 Rutherford Ave, Aylmer, ON)
McGregor PS (204 John St. S, Aylmer, ON)
Mitchell Hepburn PS (95 Raven Ave. St.Thomas, ON)
New Sarum PS (9473 Belmont Rd; New Sarum, ON)
Springfield PS (51336 Ron McNeil Line, Springfield, ON)
Straffordville PS (9188 Plank Rd; Straffordville, ON)
Summers Corners PS (50576 Talbot Line, Aylmer, ON)
Southwold PS (39261 Fingal Line, Southold, ON)
Your Superpowers:
Flexibility: You can pivot from crafts to snack prep to outdoor games without missing a beat.
Creativity: You see a cardboard box and imagine a castle, spaceship, or puppet theatre.
Connection: You build positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues quickly.
Calm under pressure: Rain, snow, or a last-minute site change? You’ve got it handled.
The Basics
Hours: This position includes guaranteed 25 hours per week during the school year through split shifts.
School Year: 7:00–9:30 a.m. and 3:00–6:00 p.m.
Summer: 7:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m. (rotating coverage)
In addition to scheduled program hours, staff may occasionally participate in team meetings, professional development, and training opportunities.
Travel: You will be based in St. Thomas and provide coverage at all 10 school locations. A reliable vehicle, valid driver’s license, and a phone are required in order to receive daily assignments or occasional last-minute schedule changes.
Driving: Comfort driving in all weather and lighting conditions, including winter mornings and dark evenings, is required. Mileage is not reimbursed.
What You’ll Do
- Step in to provide coverage for Educator absences across programs.
- Plan and lead activities, games, crafts, and social experiences based on children’s interests.
- Support a safe, engaging, and inclusive environment for children ages 4–12.
- Prepare and serve nutritious snacks.
- Create a warm, welcoming, and professional environment for children and families.
- Follow the Child Care and Early Years Act and YWCA St. Thomas-Elgin program guidelines.
What We’re Looking For
- Registered Early Childhood Educator (RECE), or graduating from an ECE program in April, preferred.
- Experience working with children ages 4–12.
- If not an RECE, a diploma or degree in Child and Youth Care, Recreation & Leisure, Ontario Certified Teacher (OCT) membership, or current enrollment in one of these programs.
- Standard First Aid with CPR Level C from a WSIB-approved provider.*
- Acceptable Criminal Reference Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening* and Child Welfare Community Check completed within six months.
- Safe Food Handler Certification* prior to start date.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Must be at least 18 years of age in accordance with Ministry of Education requirements.
*Required prior to start date.
This is an existing position.
Wage range: $18.41 – CA$25.86 per hour
If you’re ready to bring energy to every shift, support great teams across our programs, and make a real difference in children’s days, we would love to hear from you!
How to Apply
The YWCA St. Thomas-Elgin is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes. We welcome applications from all qualified persons. If you require accommodations, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs.
We are grateful to all candidates for their interest in joining the YWCA, however, only those selected to move into the interview process will be contacted.