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RECE Program LeaderUmbrella Family and Child Centres of Hamilton • Hamilton, ON, CA
RECE Program Leader

RECE Program Leader

Umbrella Family and Child Centres of Hamilton • Hamilton, ON, CA
21 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Permanent
Job description

Program Leader (Before and After Program, Satellite Site) Permanent, Full-time

Join Umbrella Family : Where a career in Early Childhood Education is a Rewarding Journey.

Empathy, compassion, care, patience, and educating with purpose are some of the core values for educators Umbrella Family. We believe in creating a nurturing environment where educators feel empowered, fostering innovation and growth in the classroom.

Umbrella Family stands out for its commitment to building meaningful connections that benefit children and their families. As a cornerstone of the Hamilton community for over 35 years, our team is comprised of experienced and positive professionals in early childhood education. Our educators receive unparalleled support and professional development opportunities.

Umbrella Family is not just a place to work, it is a community where educators thrive, grow and truly belong.

Location : Mountview Centre, 59 Karen Crescent, Hamilton, ONL9C 5M5

Total Weekly Hours : 33.75 hours per week

Schedule : Monday to Friday, 6 : 45am - 9 : 00am and 3 : 00pm - 6 : 00pm

Pay Rate (per Collective Agreement, includes wage grants) : $28.92 per hour

Why Work with Us?

  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • Robust retirement savings program featuring employer matching
  • Access to our Employee Assistance Program
  • Unionized environment that supports work-life balance
  • Generous vacation and sick time allotments
  • Priority childcare placement for employees' children
  • A positive, collaborative, and fun work environment with top-tier professionals

Who We’re Looking For

Experience

  • Minimum of 2 years’ experience in early childhood program planning and implementation is preferred but not required
  • Experience working with infants, toddlers, and preschoolers
  • Knowledge of the Child Care and Early Years Act
  • Education

  • Diploma in Early Childhood Education (ECE) is required for this position
  • Certifications

  • Good standing and active registration with the College of ECE
  • Standard First Aid with CPR Level C
  • Satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Police Check
  • Proof of up-to-date immunizations (TB, Tetanus, MMR)
  • Valid Food Handler’s certification
  • Skills and Attributes

  • Strong leadership and mentoring skills
  • In-depth understanding of How Does Learning Happen framework
  • Proficient in behavioral guidance techniques for young children
  • Excellent problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills
  • Ability to work collaboratively and independently in a fast-paced environment
  • Commitment to diversity, equality, and inclusion
  • Key Responsibilities

  • Plan, implement, and evaluate age-appropriate experiences to foster children’s cognitive, physical, social, and emotional development
  • Supervise children in your care to ensure their safety and well-being
  • Organize indoor and outdoor play spaces, creating a warm and welcoming environment
  • Conduct daily health and wellness checks for each child, documenting observations and reporting concerns to the Supervisor
  • Build and maintain positive relationships with families, staff, and Hamilton-Wentworth District School Board faculty
  • Provide age-appropriate developmental activities that support children’s overall growth and learning
  • 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.

    Ready to Apply?

    We appreciate all applicants, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

    Not the position for you? Send your resume and introduction to talent@umbrellafamily.com to join our talent pool!

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