Internal - Temporary RECE Full Day Educator

Temporary RECE Full Day Educator (ending in September 4, 2026) Temporary, 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 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.

Internal Posting Date: 05/22/2026 Internal Closing Date: 05/28/2026 **Target Start Date:**06/8/2026 Internal applicants please submit your application through this job posting by 12:00PM on 05/28/2026

Location: Ancaster Meadow Centre, 93 Kitty Murray Lane, Ancaster, ON L9K 1S3 Total Hours per Week: 37.5 Schedule: Monday to Friday, rotating shifts Pay Rate (per Collective Agreement, includes wage grants): $28.68 per hour

About the Role As an RECE Full Day Educator at Umbrella Family Centres, you will play an important role in supporting children and families each day by creating a safe, nurturing, and inclusive environment. Working alongside a collaborative team, you will plan, implement, and document engaging, play-based learning experiences that reflect children’s interests and developmental needs. You will support daily routines and well-being, actively supervise indoor and outdoor activities, and build positive relationships through open communication with families and colleagues.

Qualifications:

• Diploma in Early Childhood Education (ECE)
• Good standing with the College of ECE

Skills & Knowledge:

• Demonstrated ability to guide, support, and build positive relationships with children requiring behavioural guidance, using responsive and inclusive strategies.
• Strong knowledge and application of How Does Learning Happen? to foster environments that support belonging, well-being, engagement, and expression.
• Proven experience in planning, implementing, and documenting developmentally appropriate full-day programs for infant, toddler and preschool-aged children
• Excellent problem-solving, interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with team members and engage families in their child’s learning.

Certifications:

• Standard First Aid with CPR Level C
• Satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Police Check

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan, implement, and document developmentally appropriate activities that promote children’s cognitive, physical, social, and emotional development in alignment with How Does Learning Happen?
• Ensure the health, safety, supervision, and overall well-being of children at all times, following CCEYA requirements and Umbrella policies and procedures.
• Create and maintain an engaging, inclusive, and welcoming learning environment that supports exploration, belonging, and positive relationships with children and their families.
• Collaborate with team members to support consistent daily routines, positive behaviour guidance, and smooth program operations.

As an RECE Full Day Educator, you will enjoy:

• Comprehensive benefits and Employee Assistance Program.
• Priority childcare for employees’ children.
• Positive, collaborative, and engaging team environment.

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.