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children's program instructor

2 hours ago

Hamilton ON LP C, Canada YWCA Hamilton Full time

Number of Vacancies: 1

Type of Contract: Temporary

Hours of Work: 15 Hours/Week

Compensation: $20.80-$21.73/Hour

Schedule: Monday – Friday 2:30PM-5:30PM

Job Code: 1-OPE-2026

Contract Start Date: TBD

Contract End Date: June 26, 2026

Department: Child and Youth Programs

Location: Hamilton, ON

ABOUT US

Founded in 1889, YWCA Hamilton is known as one of Hamilton's original social innovators and works from a feminist, anti-racist, and anti-oppressive framework. We are committed to providing meaningful and accessible services that create opportunities to amplify voices and co-create gender-inclusive and equitable communities.

YWORK FOR US?

Grounded in our core values of intersectional feminism, people-centred approaches, belonging, shared responsibility and strong partnerships, our work is guided by the belief that lasting change can be created together. YWCA Hamilton envisions an equitable world where women (cis and trans), girls, Two-Spirit and gender-diverse people have the rights and resources to shape their own lives and lead their communities. Join us in taking bold action that leads to life-changing impacts in our community.

AS A YWCA HAMILTON EMPLOYEE YOU GET

  • On-the-job training and professional development opportunities
  • Childcare discounts
  • Opportunities to get involved in our community
  • A competitive total rewards package that may include extended health benefits and paid sick time (eligibility criteria applies)

If you're passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of women, children, gender diverse people and families every day, we would love for you to join our team

RESPONSIBILITIES

Ensures the efficient daily operation and activity in before and after school programs, camps and recreation programs and activities, working collaboratively with the Recreational Specialist. Plans and implements quality programs for children 4 to 12 years, in keeping with the YWCA mission, vision and values while adhering to the YWCA policies and procedures and quality standards, as well as the regulations of the Ministry of Tourism, Culture, and Sport and Child Care and Early Years Act.

  • Creates a stimulating and nurturing environment for children to learn and grow, ensuring the safety of children enrolled in the before and after school program, camps, and recreation programs and activities through direct supervision, and attendance protocols;
  • Develops and facilitates after programs for students 4 to 12 years of age in their school according to the YWCA philosophy, working closely with the Recreational Specialist;
  • Implements curriculum to meet the needs, interests and talents of all children;
  • Participates in all activities with the children;
  • Updates, develops and ensures positive, professional communication with parents/families, community partners, school personnel, outside agencies, co-workers and support staff, an on an ongoing basis;
  • Supports staff and classrooms as needed (e.g. staff breaks, programming time, etc.);
  • Administers authorized medications and creams in accordance with policy;
  • Ensures classroom environment is kept clean and neat, including all activity and program areas, and common spaces, including toy washing and sanitizing;
  • Works with limited pieces of child and family confidential data, with duty to report;
  • Captures and monitors the children's development goals and progress through weekly documentation;
  • Ensures that written records are accurately documented and maintained including attendance records, symptoms of ill health, daily classroom logs, etc.;
  • Prepares reports and statistics for Recreational Supervisor as required;
  • Complies with the Child Care Early Years Act, Ministry of Culture, Tourism and Sport guidelines and YWCA Policies;
  • Supports YWCA Hamilton mission, vision and values;
  • Perform other duties as required.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

  • Works up to a 14-hour work week;
  • Ability to use frequent light to medium physical effort: lifting up to 20 kg (44 lbs.), bending and stooping;
  • Must be able to work outdoors for up to 2 hours daily year-round; may be exposed to heat, humidity or cold

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Completion of 2 years' college in child and youth, social work, recreation and leisure, or recreational therapist programs or enrolled in college program, or equivalent;
  • Minimum of 1-2 years experience working with children;
  • HIGH FIVE Principles of Health Child Development (PHCD) training is an asset;
  • Must provide a current Vulnerable Sector Police check or willingness to obtain at own cost;
  • Must provide a TB test, proof of Tetanus (within 10 years) and proof of MMR immunizations;
  • Ability to bring a feminist, anti-racist/anti-oppressive perspective to work;
  • Must have current Standard First Aid and CPR certificate or willingness to obtain at own cost;
  • Bilingual English/French or other languages an asset.
  • Food Handlers Certificate an asset

As part of YWCA Hamilton's commitment to Access and Equity, we strive to represent the diverse communities that we serve. Individuals who are women, First Nations, Métis, immigrant, refugee, LGBTQ2S+; individuals with disabilities; and individuals from racialized communities or other marginalized communities are encouraged to apply.

Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process, if you require accommodation please reach out to

Personal information collected during the recruitment process will only be used for employment opportunities in accordance with the Freedom of Information and Privacy Act. Only applications from individuals eligible to work in Canada will be considered. YWCA Hamilton may use AI tools to screen, assess, or select applicants during the hiring process.

Thank you for your interest in YWCA Hamilton. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.