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 a Child Care Centre Relief to compliment our team!

　　This is a unique position for Umbrella Family! The successful candidate will be used as relief, to cover staffing needs at any of our Umbrella Family locations. This role does not have a static schedule but provides a variety of shift and location coverage.

　　This position will be scheduled approximately 28.5 to 37.5 hours a week.

　　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

　　Pay:  $24.88 - $25.42/hr. (including $5.10 wage grant)

　　What are we Looking For?

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

　　Experience:  Minimum 1-year experience working directly with children OR Related experience in a childcare setting, working with school age children 

　　Education:

　　Diploma in Early Childhood Education

　　We may consider those with the following Diplomas: Child & Youth Worker, OCT – Teacher, Education Assistant, Social Worker, Recreation & Leisure

　　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

　　Proof of COVID-19 Vaccinations

　　Skills : Demonstrates awareness and knowledge of How Does Learning Happen is an asset

　　Characteristics

　　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?

　　You will be responsible for the ongoing operation of a high-quality childcare centre for children ages 0-12 years of age.

　　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. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance. We thank all applicants but only those considered for an interview will be contacted.

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