For over 30 years, Umbrella Family and Child Centres of Hamilton has offered high-quality programs to young children and their families. We operate full-day early learning and childcare centres for infant, toddler and preschool children, as well as extended-day programs before and after school for kindergarten and school age children in over 30 locations throughout the Greater Hamilton Area.

　　We pride ourselves on being a leading childcare organization, committed to high quality programs that are inclusive, accessible, and promote learning and growth.

　　Who are we Looking For?

　　We are looking for an RECE Program Leader to compliment our team!

　　Reporting to the Program Supervisor, the RECE Program Leader is responsible for the ongoing operation of a high quality childcare centre for children aged Kindergarten to 12 years of age. The Program Leader also provide administrative support to the program.

　　This position will be at our Lincoln Alexander centre. In this role, you will be scheduled for 37.5 hours a week (including programming and administrative time).

　　$26.45/hr(includes wage grants)

　　Why work for Us?

　　Benefits to Working for the Umbrella Family and Child Centres:

　　Competitive wages and benefits

　　RRSP matching program

　　Employee Assistance Program

　　Unionized Environment

　　Generous vacation and sick time allotments

　　Employees with children get priority on childcare waiting list

　　Working in a fun, collaborative and positive environment with top professionals

　　What are we Looking For?

　　To be considered for this role, the right candidate will have the following qualifications:

　　Experience: 

　　Minimum 2-years experience preferred  

　　Experience in program planning and implementation for Infant, Toddler and preschool children

　　Working knowledge of Child Care and Early Years Act

　　Education:  Diploma in Early Childhood Education

　　Certifications:

　　Member in good standing with College of ECE’s

　　Standard First Aid with CPR level C

　　Satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Police Check

　　Proof of up to date immunization for TB, Tetanus and MMR

　　Valid Food Handler’s certification

　　Skills:

　　Strong leadership and mentoring skills

　　Demonstrates awareness and knowledge of How Does Learning Happen

　　Demonstrated knowledge, working ability to effectively interact with children requiring behavioural guidance

　　Excellent problem solving, interpersonal, communication and organizational skills

　　Characteristics:

　　Ability to communicate with diplomacy and interact constructively with all levels of stakeholders and employees both verbally and in written format

　　Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast paced environment

　　Flexible environment with minimal supervision

　　An advocate for diversity, equality, and inclusion

　　What will you be doing?

　　The RECE Program Leader is responsible for all aspects of the operation of the child care centre to which he/she had been assigned, including administration, program planning and implementation, in conjunction with other staff members.

　　The successful candidate will:

　　Establish goals, plan, implement and evaluate developmentally appropriate experiences to enhance children's cognitive, physical, social and emotional development in accordance with Ministry of Education's How Does Learning Happen

　　Supervising children in your care at all times

　　Organize indoor and outdoor play areas, space, equipment, and materials to create a warm and welcoming environment

　　Conduct daily checks on each child in his/her group as per Ministry requirements, complete documentation and notify the Supervisor of any unusual circumstances

　　Maintain a safe, warm, and caring environment in which a high-quality child care program can operate, and maintain professional relationships with Hamilton Wentworth District School Board faculty

　　Work to provide age-appropriate developmental activities to enhance the individual and group's cognitive, physical, social, cultural and emotional development

　　In compliance with Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, accommodations are available to applicants to support them in all aspects of the hiring process. Tell us how we can help. We thank all applicants but only those considered for an interview will be contacted.

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