Temporary After School Educator

**Temporary After School Educator (contract position until September 12, 2025)**:

- Contract, Part-time_

For over 35 years, **Umbrella Family and Child Centres of Hamilton** has been dedicated to offering high-quality programs for young children and their families. We operate full-day early learning and childcare centres for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers, along with before and after school extended-day programs for kindergarten and school-aged children at over 27 locations across the Greater Hamilton Area.

We take pride in being a leader in childcare, committed to providing inclusive, accessible, and nurturing environments that promote learning, growth, and development.

We believe that every educator deserves to feel valued and supported, which is why we prioritize your well-being and growth. From comprehensive training programs to ongoing mentorship and professional development opportunities, we’re here to help you reach your full potential.

**Location**: _23 Dundana Ave, Dundas, ON L9H 4E5_
**Total Weekly Hours**: 16.5 hours/week
**Schedule**: _Monday-Friday, 3:00 - 6:00pm, _**(contract position until September 12, 2025)**
**Pay Rate (per Collective Agreement, includes wage grants)**:

- RECE**:$27.94/hr**:

- Non-RECE**:$25.40/hr**
- Why Work with Us?_
**As an After School Educator, you will enjoy**:

- 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 We’re 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**:

- **Standard First Aid with CPR Level C**:

- **Satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Police Check**:

- Proof of **up-to-date immunizations** (TB, Tetanus, MMR)
- Proof of **COVID-19 vaccinations**

**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**:

- Ability to work **independently and in a team**.
- **Flexibility** and adaptability to changing circumstances.
- Commitment to **diversity, equity, and inclusion**.
- Key Responsibilities:_
- Plan and implement activities to support children’s **cognitive, physical, social, and emotional development**.
- Ensure the **safety and well-being** of children at all times.
- Maintain an **engaging and welcoming environment** for children and families.
- Complete documentation and meet Ministry of Education requirements.
- Collaborate with **Hamilton Wentworth District School Board faculty**.

**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.

**Job Types**: Part-time, Fixed term contract

Pay: $25.40-$27.94 per hour

Expected hours: 16.5 per week

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Dundas, ON L9H 4E5: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 2025-03-17