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 educators 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 meaningful work you bring to children and their families. This isn’t just a job — it’s your opportunity to be part of something special.
Location: Dundas Central Centre, 73 Melville St, Dundas, ON L9H 2A2
Total Hours per Week: 27.75 with 1.5 hours programming time
Schedule: Monday-Friday 7:00am-9:00am and 2:45pm-6:00pm
Pay Rate (per Collective Agreement, includes wage grants):
*RECE- $28.00 per hour
*Non RECE- $26.35
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.
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
- Standard First Aid with CPR Level C
- Satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Police Check
- Proof of up-to-date immunizations (TB, Tetanus, MMR)
- 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
- 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
How to Apply
If you are enthusiastic about supporting children, colleagues, and your community, we invite you to apply! Please submit your application through this link and become part of a team where your work truly matters.
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, or 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.
Skills Required
- Early Childhood Education Diploma and membership in good standing with the College of Early Childhood Educators, or educational requirements for Director's Approval to work alone with children
- Related experience in a childcare setting
- Knowledge and ability to interact effectively with children requiring behavioural guidance
- Knowledge of How Does Learning Happen?
- Experience planning and implementing programs for JK/SK and school-aged children
- Excellent problem-solving, interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills
- Flexibility to adapt to varied responsibilities and schedules
- Passion for supporting children, families, and colleagues in a positive team environment
- Standard First Aid with CPR Level C certification
- Satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Police Check
- Proof of up-to-date TB, Tetanus, and MMR immunizations
What We Do
Umbrella Family and Child Centres of Hamilton is a nonprofit child-care provider serving families across the Greater Hamilton Area. It operates full-day early-learning and child-care centres for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers, plus before- and after-school programs for kindergarten and school-aged children at more than 27 locations. Its programs emphasize inclusive, accessible, nurturing environments that support children’s learning, growth, and development.
