Registered Early Childhood Educator - Rockton, BASP Program

Wesley; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 27,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Vacation days

RRSP contributions

EAP

Staff appreciation

Professional development

Employee discounts

Job summary

Wesley is seeking a dynamic, highly motivated Registered Early Childhood Educator for Rockton's BASP Program. You will join a team that nurtures emotional, social, cognitive and physical growth in a positive learning environment.

Role focuses on planning and implementing daily operations, following the Ministry pedagogy 'How Does Learning Happen?' and 'Tools for Life'. Part-time, 25 hours weekly at Rockton Elementary with wage top-ups.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in Early Childhood Education and registration with the College of Early Childhood Educators or Diploma or degree in Child and Youth Worker.
• Minimum 2 years of experience working with school age children and their families.
• Experience in Before and After School program, with parents and community partners.
• Thorough knowledge of the Child Care and Early Years Act (2014).
• Current First aid/CPR, Safe Food Handling, and Non Violent Crisis Intervention training.

Responsibilities

• Develop, plan, promote, implement and evaluate day to day operations of the programs with the support of the Supervisor Early Years and other staff.
• Plan and implement programming based on How Does Learning Happen? pedagogy and Tools for Life program.
• Create and maintain a safe learning environment responsive to children’s interests and needs.
• Provide quality, play-based learning and supervision of all children in Wesley’s programs.
• Ensure program needs are met and in compliance with licensing requirements.
• Welcome, support and interact with clients from diverse backgrounds, newcomers to Canada and LGBTQ2S+.

Skills

Program planning

Play-based learning

Child supervision

Cultural responsiveness

Communication with families

Education

Diploma or degree in Early Childhood Education

Registration with the College of Early Childhood Educators

Diploma or degree in Child and Youth Worker

Job description

Registered Early Childhood Educator - Rockton, BASP Program

Posting #: 4383 Posting Date: Nov 10, 2026 Posting Closing: Feb 9, 2027

Have you heard of us?

Wesley is a long-standing local non-profit and a certified Ontario Living Wage Network (OLWN) employer. We are passionate about assisting people struggling with poverty. Our work is focused on children and family programs, housing & homelessness, and resettling newcomers to Canada in Hamilton, Halton, and Brantford.

We are deeply committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where every individual feels valued and respected. Our Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) policies are integral to our mission and practices. We believe that a diverse team brings a wealth of perspectives and experiences that enhance our ability to serve our community effectively.

All members of our organization are expected to embrace and actively participate in our EDI initiatives. By joining our team, you will be contributing to an environment that promotes equity, respect, and inclusion for all.

Are you the one we’re looking for?

We are seeking a dynamic, highly motivated Registered Early Childhood Educator who demonstrates our values of compassion, accountability, responsiveness and empowerment; to our clients, families and each other.

As a Before and After School Program Staff, you will be working as part of a team providing a positive learning environment that supports children’s emotional, social, cognitive and physical growth and development. Wesley’s Before and After School Program Staff, care for and observe children each day to understand and foster their interests and provide an engaging and stimulating environment and program.

Place of work: Rockton Elementary School (670 Highway 8 Rockton) and/or program can be changed based on enrollment and/or operational need.

Hours of work: 25 hours per week. Split shift

Status: Unionized, Part Time Permanent

Rate of Pay: The base rate of pay is$19.79per hour; the rate of pay varies from $25.21 - $28.21 based on eligible wage top-ups available. The successful candidate is expected to begin as soon as possible.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Develop, plan, promote, implement and evaluate day to day operations of the programs with the support of the Supervisor Early Years and other staff.
2. Plan and implement programming based on the Ministry of Education’s pedagogy “How Does Learning Happen?” as well as the “Tools for Life” Program.
3. Create and maintain a safe learning environment that is responsive to the interests and needs of the children in the program.
4. Provide quality, play-based learning and supervision of all children in the care of Wesley Urban Ministries at all times.
5. Ensure program needs are being met and in compliance with program licensing requirements.
6. Welcome, support and interact with all clients, including those from culturally diverse backgrounds, newcomers to Canada, LGBTQ2S+, young parents, etc.

What you will bring:

1. Diploma or degree in Early Childhood Education and registration with the College of Early Childhood Educators or Diploma or degree in Child and Youth Worker
2. Minimum 2 years of experience working with school age children, and their families.
3. Experience working in a Before and After School program, with parents and with community partners.
4. Thorough knowledge of applicable legislation i.e. Child Care and Early Years Act (2014).
5. Current First aid/CPR, Safe Food Handling Certificate, Non Violent Crisis Intervention (N.V.C.I.) training.

Invest in Yourself as we Invest in You! Wesley offers…

• A positive work culture that prioritizes all staff having an opportunity to contribute
• A supportive team that will empower you to achieve great milestones!
• Fun and engaging organizational events such as our Staff Appreciation Event
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Full Health & Dental Benefits (Eligible After Three Months)
• Personal & Vacation Days
• RRSP Contribution Program (Eligible After One Year)
• Employee Assistance Program Available Immediately
• Employee Discounts

Wesley is an equal-opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all qualified applicants. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls, please. More information about Wesley can be found on our website at www.wesley.ca.