Childcare Centre Supply Educator
Casual, Part-time
Make a difference where it matters most – Become part of the Umbrella Family!
Join Umbrella Family and embark on a journey where empathy, compassion and teaching with purpose guide our educators every step. Our nurturing environment empowers educators to innovate and grow, shaping futures in the classroom and beyond.
With over 35 years of commitment to the Hamilton community, we pride ourselves on building meaningful connections that benefit children and their families. Our team of specialists ensure unparalleled support and development opportunities, setting you up for success in your career.
Join our family where belonging, growth, and making a difference define who we are.
Location: Ancaster Meadow; 93 Kitty Murray Lane, Ancaster, ON L9K 1S3
Schedule: Monday to Friday between 7:00am to 6:00pm shifts
Pay Rate (includes wage grants):
- RECE: $27.36 per hour
- Non-RECE: $22.70 per hour
- Flexible hours depending on your availability as a Supply Educator
- Multiple locations available across the Hamilton area
- A positive, collaborative, and dynamic work environment with highly skilled and passionate professionals.
Who We’re Looking For
Experience:
- Minimum 1-year experience working directly with children, OR related experience in a childcare setting, working with school-age children is preferred but not required
- Diploma in a field related to childcare such as Early Childhood Education is an advantage
- A Diploma in Child & Youth Worker, Child and Youth Care, OCT, Education Assistant, Social Worker, or Recreation & Leisure may also be considered.
- Member in good standing with the College of Early Childhood Educators (ECEs) is preferred but not required
- Standard First Aid with CPR Level C
- Satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Police Check
- Up-to-date immunization for TB, Tetanus, and MMR
- Knowledge of the Ministry of Education’s How Does Learning Happen framework is an asset.
- Willingness to work in an on-call capacity with flexible scheduling
- Availability to work a minimum of 3 days per week, Monday to Friday, within the 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM time frame.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced, flexible environment with minimal supervision
- Flexibility and adaptability to be assigned in multiple locations, with minimal supervision.
- A commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion
Key Responsibilities:
- Reporting to assigned childcare centres to support full- and part-time staff
- Establishing goals, planning, implementing, and evaluating developmentally appropriate activities to support children’s cognitive, physical, social, and emotional growth in line with the How Does Learning Happen framework
- Maintaining a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment for children while fostering professional relationships with Hamilton Wentworth District School Board faculty
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.
Ready to Apply?
We appreciate all applicants, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Not the position for you? Send your resume and introduction to [email protected] to join our talent pool!
Skills Required
- At least 1 year of experience working directly with children or in a childcare setting
- School-age childcare experience
- Diploma in Early Childhood Education or a related childcare field
- Diploma in Child and Youth Worker, Child and Youth Care, Ontario College of Teachers, Education Assistant, Social Work, or Recreation and Leisure
- Standard First Aid with CPR Level C
- Satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Police Check
- Up-to-date immunizations for TB, Tetanus, and MMR
- Membership in good standing with the College of Early Childhood Educators
- Knowledge of the Ministry of Education's How Does Learning Happen framework
- Availability to work at least 3 days per week, Monday through Friday, between 7:00 AM and 6:00 PM
- Willingness to work on-call and across multiple childcare locations
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team with minimal supervision
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.
