Before & After School Educator — Flexible Hours

umbrellafamilyandchildcentresofhamilton; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 36,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Retirement plan with employer matching

Employee Assistance Program

Unionized environment

Vacation and sick time

Job summary

Umbrella Family is seeking a Before and After Educator at Gatestone Centre in Stoney Creek, ON. This permanent, part-time role features 27.75 total hours per week, with shifts Monday to Friday 7:00am–9:30am and 3:15pm–6:00pm.

You will develop and implement programs for JK/SK and school-aged children, provide snacks, supervise activities, and ensure safety, while meeting ECE requirements and duties outlined in the posting. Benefits include a comprehensive package and unionized environment.

Qualifications

• ECE Diploma or equivalent progress toward Director’s Approval to work alone with children
• Experience in childcare settings
• Ability to interact with children requiring behavioural guidance
• Knowledge of How Does Learning Happen?
• Experience planning and implementing programs for JK/SK and school-aged children
• Strong problem-solving, interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills
• Flexibility to adapt to various responsibilities and schedules
• Passion for supporting children, families, and colleagues in a team environment

Responsibilities

• Greet children and families with warmth and professionalism
• Support children's transition from home to program, including self-regulation and social engagement
• Engage children in meaningful activities using a programming cart of materials
• Provide morning snacks and ensure hand-washing and safe eating
• Help tidy up and prepare for the school day, including outdoor play
• Set up and facilitate activities aligned with How Does Learning Happen?
• Supervise snack and ensure all children eat safely
• Provide indoor and outdoor play opportunities and support children's interests
• Monitor children's behaviour and offer guidance as needed

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Education

ECE Diploma

Job description

Umbrella Family is seeking a Before and After Educator at Gatestone Centre in Stoney Creek, ON. This permanent, part-time role features 27.75 total hours per week, with shifts Monday to Friday 7:00am–9:30am and 3:15pm–6:00pm.

You will develop and implement programs for JK/SK and school-aged children, provide snacks, supervise activities, and ensure safety, while meeting ECE requirements and duties outlined in the posting. Benefits include a comprehensive package and unionized environment.