Before & After School Educator — Meaningful ECE Role

Umbrella Family; Canada; On-site; CAD 36,000 - 40,000; 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 in Stoney Creek, ON is seeking a part-time Before and After School Educator to welcome children and families and deliver engaging programs aligned with development needs. Primary duties include supervising activities, providing healthy snacks, and ensuring safe transitions from home to the program.

You will work Monday to Friday, 7:00am-9:30am and 3:15pm-6:00pm, totaling about 27.75 hours per week.

Qualifications

• Excellent problem-solving, interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
• Related experience in a childcare setting is preferred.
• Ability to interact effectively with children needing behavioural guidance.
• Knowledge of How Does Learning Happen? practices is desirable.
• Experience in planning and implementing programs for JK/SK and school-aged children.

Responsibilities

• Greet children and families with warmth and professionalism.
• Support children as they 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 safe handwashing and food handling.
• Help children tidy up and prep for school day, including outdoor play as appropriate.
• 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 aligned with children's interests.
• Monitor behaviour, offering guidance and support as needed.

Skills

Problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

ECE Diploma or Director's Approval eligibility

Job description

Umbrella Family in Stoney Creek, ON is seeking a part-time Before and After School Educator to welcome children and families and deliver engaging programs aligned with development needs. Primary duties include supervising activities, providing healthy snacks, and ensuring safe transitions from home to the program.

You will work Monday to Friday, 7:00am-9:30am and 3:15pm-6:00pm, totaling about 27.75 hours per week.