Flexible Relief Childcare Educator – Travel Between Sites

Umbrella Family; Hamilton; Hybrid; CAD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Employer retirement plan

Employee Assistance Program

Unionized environment

Paid vacation & sick time

Priority childcare placement

Job summary

Umbrella Family is seeking Relief Staff to support our Hamilton centres. The role involves providing a safe, welcoming environment for children, assisting classroom staff, and traveling to different sites to cover shifts as needed.

Qualified candidates will have childcare experience, relevant ECE/CYC education, and a valid driver’s license with reliable transportation. On-call flexibility and availability Monday to Friday within 7:00 AM–6:00 PM are essential.

Qualifications

• Related experience in a childcare setting required or preferred.
• Post-secondary education in ECE, CYC, Recreation & Leisure or OCT membership preferred.
• Must have access to a reliable vehicle for travel to sites in Hamilton.

Responsibilities

• Implement programs that support children's development across domains.
• Supervise children at all times and ensure safety and well-being.
• Organize indoor/outdoor play areas and maintain hygiene and safety.
• Administer first aid when needed and complete accident reports.
• Travel between centre sites to provide flexible coverage.
• Support staff during programming, breaks, and transitions.

Skills

Childcare experience

How Does Learning Happen?

Driver's license

On-call / flexible hours

Teamwork and independence

Education

ECE/Child & Youth Care/related field

Job description

Umbrella Family is seeking Relief Staff to support our Hamilton centres. The role involves providing a safe, welcoming environment for children, assisting classroom staff, and traveling to different sites to cover shifts as needed.

Qualified candidates will have childcare experience, relevant ECE/CYC education, and a valid driver’s license with reliable transportation. On-call flexibility and availability Monday to Friday within 7:00 AM–6:00 PM are essential.