Relief Staff

Childcare Centre Relief Staff
Permanent Part-time/Full-time

Unlock your Passion for Childcare: Join Umbrella Familys Legacy of Excellence!

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 team members receive exceptional support and opportunities for personal and professional growth.

Location: Ray Lewis Child Care Centre Hamilton Ontario

• While you will be assigned a home site this position requires flexibility to provide coverage across our centres in Hamilton Ontario.
• Must have access to a reliable vehicle and the ability to drive to various locations as needed.

Total Weekly Hours:28.25 to 37.5 hours per week
Schedule:Monday to Friday;shifts are on call between 7:00 AM 6:00 PM time frame
Pay Rate (per Collective Agreement includes wage grants):

• RECE: $28.46 per hour
• Non-RECE: $25.91 per hour

Internal closing date: January:00pm

Why Work with Us

• Comprehensive benefits package
• RRSP matching program
• 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 Were Looking For
Qualifications:

• Minimum 1-year experience working directly with children or in a childcare setting.
• Diploma in Early Childhood Education (ECE) or equivalent (e.g. Child & Youth Worker Child and Youth Care OCT Recreation & Leisure diploma).

Certifications:

• Must have valid drivers license (G) and daily access to a reliable vehicle
• Member in good standing with the College of Early Childhood Educators (ECEs) is preferred but not required
• Standard First Aid with CPR Level C
• Satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Police Check
• Up-to-date immunization for TB Tetanus and MMR

Skills & Knowledge

• Familiarity with How Does Learning Happen (an asset)
• Strong understanding of child development and age-appropriate activities.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Characteristics:

• Must have access to a reliable vehicle and a valid drivers license as this position requires regular travel to centre locations in Hamilton and surrounding areas
• Willingness to work in an on-call capacity with flexible scheduling
• Availability to work from Monday to Friday within the 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM time frame.
• Flexibility to take on part-time or full-time schedules.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Flexibility and adaptability to be assigned in multiple locations with minimal supervision.
• Passion for diversity equality and inclusion advocacy.

Key Responsibilities:

• Setting and achieving goals planning implementing and evaluating age-appropriate activities that promote childrens cognitive physical social and emotional development in accordance with the Ministry of Educations How Does Learning Happen framework.
• Supervising children in your care at all times and ensuring a safe nurturing environment.
• Organizing indoor and outdoor play areas creating a welcoming space for all children.
• Conducting daily health checks maintaining documentation and addressing any concerns with the Centre Supervisor.
• Collaborating with the Hamilton Wentworth District School Board faculty and maintaining positive professional relationships.

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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