Internal - RECE/DA Before & After School Educator

Umbrella-Famil; 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

Job summary

Umbrella Family in Hamilton is seeking a part-time Before and After Educator to support children and families by developing and implementing engaging activities, ensuring safety, and providing healthy snacks. The role emphasizes a welcoming, well-organized environment and collaboration with teammates.

Duties include supervising transitions, planning developmentally appropriate activities, and promoting children’s interests during both indoor and outdoor play.

Qualifications

• ECE Diploma or Director’s Approval pathway to work alone with children
• Experience in childcare settings

Responsibilities

• Greet children and families warmly and professionally
• Support children transitioning from home to program
• Engage children with programming materials and activities
• Provide healthy snacks and supervise handwashing
• Aid in tidying up and preparing for school day
• Set up activities aligned with How Does Learning Happen?
• supervise snack time and ensure safety
• Offer indoor and outdoor play opportunities and support children's interests
• Monitor behaviour and provide guidance as needed

Skills

Behavioural guidance

Learning framework knowledge

Program planning

Communication & teamwork

Flexible scheduling

Education

ECE diploma

Job description

RECE/DA Before and After Educator
Permanent, Part time
Build your career where you truly belong — welcome to Umbrella Family.
For over 35 years, we’ve been a trusted leader in early childhood education, powered by passionate staff who make a real impact every day. At Umbrella Family, you’re supported, heard, and empowered to grow in a collaborative environment designed to help you thrive.
Join a workplace that values your contributions and celebrates the connection you make with children and their families. This isn’t just a job — it’s your opportunity to be part of something special.
Internal Posting Date: 09/11/2026
Internal Closing Date: 09/17/2026
Target Start Date:10/05/2026
Internal applicants please submit your application through this job posting by 12:00PM on 09/17/2026
Location: RosedaleCentre,25 Erindale Ave,Hamilton, ONL8K 4R2
Total Hours per Week: 27.75 (including 1.5 programming time)
Schedule:Monday to Friday7:00 am to 8:30 am and 2:15 pm to 6:00 pm
Pay Rate (per Collective Agreement, includes wage grants):
Non RECE: $26.35 per hour
RECE: $28.00 per hour
About the Role
As a Before and After School Educator, your primary responsibility is to be present for children and their families while developing and implementing programs that meet their developmental needs and interests. You will create meaningful play experiences, provide healthy snacks, supervise outdoor and indoor activities, and ensure the safety and well-being of children in your care.
Duties vary by centre, but your role always includes supporting children, assisting colleagues, and contributing to a welcoming and well-organized environment.
Key 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, ensuring children wash hands and eat safely
• Help children tidy up and prepare for their 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 and support children’s interests
• Monitor children’s behaviour, offering guidance and support as needed

Qualifications

• Early Childhood Education Diploma (ECE) and member in good standing with the College of ECEs OR educational requirements to obtain Director’s Approval for working alone with children
• Related experience in a childcare setting

• Demonstrated knowledge and working ability to effectively interact with children requiring behavioural guidance
• Demonstrated knowledge of How Does Learning Happen?
• Experience in program planning and implementation for JK/SK and school-aged children
• Excellent problem-solving, interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills
• Flexibility to adapt to a variety of responsibilities and schedules
• Passion for supporting children, families, and colleagues in a positive, team-focused environment

Certifications:

• Standard First Aid with CPR Level C
• Satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Police Check
• Proof ofup-to-date immunizations(TB, Tetanus, MMR)

Why Join Umbrella Family?

• Comprehensive benefits package
• Robust retirement plan with employer matching
• Access to Employee Assistance Program
• Unionized environment supporting work-life balance
• Generous vacation and sick time entitlements
• Priority childcare placement for employees’ children
• Positive, collaborative, and supportive work environment

Welcome to Umbrella Family — where every role makes a difference.
Commitment to Accessibility
We are committed to providing accommodations in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Please let us know if you require accommodations during the hiring process.
Recruitment Process Disclosure
This organization does not use artificial intelligence (AI) systems or automated decision-making technologies in the screening, assessment, and selection of applicants for employment. All applications are evaluated exclusively through a human review process conducted by our Human Resources personnel and hiring managers.
This job posting is for an existing vacancy within the organization.