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Teaching AssistantUmbrella Family and Child Centres of Hamilton • Hamilton, ON, Canada
Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant

Umbrella Family and Child Centres of Hamilton • Hamilton, ON, Canada
2 days ago
Job type
  • Part-time
  • Permanent
Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Teaching Assistant
Permanent, Part time

Build your career where you truly belong — welcome to Umbrella Family.
For over 35 years, we’ve been a trusted leader in early childhood education, powered by passionate staff who make a real impact every day. At Umbrella Family, you’re supported, heard, and empowered to grow in a collaborative environment designed to help you thrive.
Join a workplace that values your contributions and celebrates the connection you make with children and their families. This isn’t just a job — it’s your opportunity to be part of something special.

Location: Sir Wilfrid Laurier Centre, 70 Albright Road, Hamilton, ON L8K 5J3
Total Hours per Week: 8.75
Schedule: Monday to Friday, 7:45 am to 9:30 am
Pay Rate (per Collective Agreement, includes wage grants): $23.79 per hour

About the Role
As a Teacher’s Assistant, you are a key support to the classroom, the children, and the centre. Your flexibility, care, and teamwork help maintain a positive, organized, and safe environment for all. Duties vary from centre to centre, but your contributions will always make a meaningful impact.

Qualifications

  • Demonstrated awareness of working with children
  • Experience and ability to effectively interact with children requiring behavioural guidance
  • Excellent problem-solving, interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills
  • Ability to work as part of a team and follow direction from supervisors
  • Flexibility and adaptability to support various duties and changing needs
  • Passion for nurturing children and supporting their growth
  • Knowledge of How Does Learning Happen? and the ability to apply it in practice


Certifications:
  • Standard First Aid with CPR Level C
  • Satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Police Check
  • Proof of up-to-date immunizations (TB, Tetanus, MMR)
Key Responsibilities:
  • Meet and greet children and families at drop-off
  • Assist staff as they arrive, including helping in classrooms or other areas of the centre
  • Provide support in assigned classrooms, including Infant, Toddler, or Preschool rooms, based on daily operational needs
  • Deliver and serve snacks, tidy classrooms, or support other centre needs as assigned
  • Follow the plans for the day and support children’s learning and engagement
  • Adapt to different duties as required by the centre’s schedule and needs
  • Be flexible and ready to support co-workers and the centre wherever help is required

Why Join Umbrella Family?
  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • Robust retirement plan with employer matching
  • Access to Employee Assistance Program
  • Unionized environment supporting work-life balance
  • Generous vacation and sick time entitlements
  • Priority childcare placement for employees’ children
  • Positive, collaborative, and supportive work environment


How to Apply
If you are enthusiastic about supporting children, colleagues, and your community, we invite you to apply! Please submit your application through this link and become part of a team where your work truly matters.
Welcome to Umbrella Family — where every role makes a difference.
Commitment to Accessibility
We are committed to providing accommodations in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Please let us know if you require accommodations during the hiring process.

Recruitment Process Disclosure
This organization does not use artificial intelligence (AI) systems or automated decision-making technologies in the screening, assessment, or selection of applicants for employment. All applications are evaluated exclusively through a human review process conducted by our Human Resources personnel and hiring managers.
This job posting is for an existing vacancy within the organization.

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