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RECE Program Leader
@ Umbrella Family and Child Centres of Hamilton
Balaclava, Ontario
Overview
Umbrella Family and Child Centres of Hamilton is hiring a full-time RECE Program Leader at its Balaclava Centre in Freelton for before and after school programs. The role combines supervising children and running the site's enrollment, attendance, subsidy reporting and grocery ordering. The posting states 33.75 hours per week, Monday to Friday, at $31.00 per hour under the collective agreement.
Pay:
$31 an hour
Responsibilities:
- Supervise and support children in before and after school programs
- Plan and deliver play-based indoor and outdoor activities
- Prepare snacks following safe food practices
- Complete enrollment, attendance, subsidy and statistics reporting
- Communicate with families, colleagues and school partners
Requirements summary:
- ECE diploma and College of ECEs membership in good standing
- Minimum 2 years experience as a Registered ECE
- Leadership and strong interpersonal skills
- Knowledge of child development and behavioural guidance
- Experience with JK/SK and school-age programming
Tools & skills
Benefits mentioned
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-09-30
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-09
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-20
These dates describe the source record, not a live verification that the employer is still hiring. Check the original posting.
Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Social & community services |
| Experience | 2+ years |
| Manages people | Yes |
| Hours per week | 33.75 |
| Schedule | day |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | School, Outdoors |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer low |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | RECE, Standard First Aid, CPR Level C, Vulnerable Sector Police Check |
| Background checks | criminal record |
| Education | College diploma (required) |
| Fields of study | Early Childhood Education |
| Perks mentioned | Generous paid time off, Retirement plan, Wellness, Childcare |
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Umbrella Family and Child Centres of Hamilton
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UFCC is a nonprofit licensed child care provider offering full-day early learning and before- and after-school programs.
Full company description
Umbrella Family and Child Centres of Hamilton is a non-profit corporation, in operation since 1988 and administered by a community-based Board of Directors. Our Board Members include Hamilton Wentworth District School Board Trustees and staff, as well as members of the community who have a keen interest in early learning and childcare. We operate full-day early learning and child care centres, as well as extended day programs before and after school in the Greater Hamilton Area.
- LinkedIn followers
- 5,862
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 149
- Reported office locations
- 1550 Upper James St., Suite 302, Hamilton, ON L9B 2L6, CA
- Business categories
- Health Care
- Family
- Child Care
- Other recorded names
- Umbrella Family and Child Centres of Hamilton
- Specialties
- Child Care
- Education
- Daycare
- and Preschool
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- No
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- 0
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Umbrella Family and Child Centres of Hamilton is a non-profit corporation, in operation since 1988 and administered by a community-based Board of Directors. Our Board Members include Hamilton Wentworth District School Board Trustees and staff, as well as members of the community who have a keen interest in early learning and childcare. We operate full-day early learning and child care centres, as well as extended…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Individual and Family Services |
| Company size | 201-500 employees |
| Headquarters | Hamilton, ON |
| Organization type | Nonprofit |
| Year founded | 1988 |
| Specialties | Child CareEducationDaycareand Preschool |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 21 |
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RECE Program Leader
Permanent, Full-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.
Location: Balaclava Centre, 280 10 Concession Rd E, Freelton, ON L8B 1H6
Total Hours per Week: 33.75 (includes 6 hours administrative hours per week; plus 1.5 hours programming per week)
Schedule: Monday to Friday, 7:00am-9:30am and 3:15pm-6:00pm
Pay Rate (per Collective Agreement, includes wage grants): $31.00 per hour
About the Role
As a Program Leader at a Sallelite centre, you will be responsible for supporting children and families by developing and implementing safe, healthy, and developmentally appropriate programs. Each centre operates uniquely, but the core of your role remains the same: to be present, supportive, and engaged.
This position includes both Before and After School program responsibilities, administrative duties, and program oversight tailored to your assigned site. You will create meaningful play experiences, provide healthy snacks, supervise indoor and outdoor activities, and maintain a welcoming, inclusive program environment.
As a leader for the site, you will also support your site through tasks such as enrollment, attendance tracking, subsidy and statistics reporting, grocery ordering, and communication with families and supervisors.
Qualifications
- Early Childhood Education Diploma (ECE) and member in good standing with the College of ECEs
- Minimum 2 years experience as a Registered ECE
- Demonstrated leadership and strong interpersonal skills to guide a team, support daily centre operations, and build positive relationships with families, staff, and community partners.
- Strong understanding of child development and behavioural guidance
- Ability to effectively interact with children requiring self-regulation support
- Familiarity with How Does Learning Happen?
- Experience planning and implementing programs for JK/SK and school-age children
- Excellent problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills
- Flexibility to adapt to a variety of duties and schedules
- Commitment to fostering a positive, team-oriented environment
- Member in good standing with the College of ECE
- Standard First Aid with CPR Level C
- Satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Police Check
- Proof of up-to-date immunizations (TB, Tetanus, MMR)
- Welcome children and families warmly during arrivals and departures while ensuring accurate sign-in and sign-out attendance records are maintained.
- Support children’s emotional, social, and behavioural needs
- Prepare and offer morning and afternoon snacks following safe food practices
- Engage children in meaningful indoor and outdoor activities aligned with How Does Learning Happen?
- Set up invitations to play using a program cart and developmentally appropriate materials
- Pick up and transition JK/SK groups safely from classrooms
- Facilitate outdoor play and manage necessary equipment
- Communicate professionally with families, colleagues, and school partners
- Perform Program Leader-specific administrative tasks, including:
– Weekly attendance and enrollment updates
– Monthly subsidy and statistics
– Maintaining time sheets and placing orders for groceries
– Responding to emails and phone messages - Support other staff in the centre as needs arise throughout the day
- 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 applicationthrough 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.
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