Flexible Relief Childcare Specialist — Travel Between Centres

Umbrella-Famil; Hamilton; Sur place; CAD 36 000 - 39 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Comprehensive benefits package

Robust retirement plan with employer-m

Employee Assistance Program

Unionized environment supporting work‑

Generous vacation and sick time entitl

Priority childcare placement for staff

Positive, collaborative work env.

Résumé du poste

Umbrella Family in Hamilton is seeking Relief Staff to provide safe, welcoming, and developmentally appropriate environments for children across multiple centres. You will support staff, implement learning programs, and travel to sites as needed.

The role is on-site with flexible hours, offering wage rates under the collective agreement: RECE $28.00/hr and Non-RECE $26.35/hr, with a supportive team and strong benefits. Eligibility includes valid driver’s license and related qualifications.

Qualifications

• Experience in a childcare setting.
• Post-secondary education in Early Childhood Education (ECE), Child & Youth Care, Recreation & Leisure, or OCT membership preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge of How Does Learning Happen?
• Must have access to a reliable vehicle and a valid driver’s license for travel to centre locations in Hamilton
• Willingness to work in an on-call capacity with flexible scheduling.
• Availability Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Passion for diversity, equality and inclusion advocacy.

Responsabilités

• Implement programs and activities that support children’s development.
• Supervise children at all times, ensuring safety and well-being.
• Organize indoor and outdoor play areas, ensuring spaces are safe, clean, and welcoming.
• Maintain hygiene and safety standards for toys, equipment, and food areas.
• Administer first aid and complete accident reports when necessary.
• Conduct daily checks on children and notify supervisors of any unusual circumstances.
• Support classroom staff during programming, breaks, and transitions.
• Travel between centre sites as required, and provide flexible coverage on short notice.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the smooth operation of the centre.

Connaissances

Related experience in a childcare set­

How Does Learning Happen? knowledge

Flexible scheduling / on-call

Independence & teamwork

Diversity, equality & inclusion

Formation

ECE / Child & Youth Care / Recreation & Leisure education

OCT membership preferred

Description du poste

Umbrella Family in Hamilton is seeking Relief Staff to provide safe, welcoming, and developmentally appropriate environments for children across multiple centres. You will support staff, implement learning programs, and travel to sites as needed.

The role is on-site with flexible hours, offering wage rates under the collective agreement: RECE $28.00/hr and Non-RECE $26.35/hr, with a supportive team and strong benefits. Eligibility includes valid driver’s license and related qualifications.