RECE Program Leader (Out of Program)
Permanent, Full-time

Due to current enrolment levels at the centre, this is an out-of-program position and is not included in child-to-staff ratios.

Location: Bellmoore Centre, 35 Pumpkin Pass, Binbrook, ON L0R 1C0

Total Hours per Week: 37.5

Schedule: Monday to Friday, rotating shifts

This role would require the successful candidate to be present during the beginning of the Before School Program and After School Program at least twice a week. Pay Rate per Collective Agreement, includes wage grants: $29.37 per hour

About The Role
As an Out-of-Program Program Leader at a Full Day centre, you will play a key leadership role in supporting children, families, staff, and overall centre operations. While maintaining a strong understanding of daily program delivery and remaining actively engaged in the centre environment, this position primarily focuses on leadership, administration, and operational support rather than direct in-ratio supervision responsibilities.

Each centre operates uniquely, but the core of your role remains the same: to be present, supportive, collaborative, and engaged in ensuring a high-quality experience for children, families, and staff.

This position includes administrative responsibilities, operational oversight, and leadership duties tailored to your assigned site. You will support program quality, staff success, and family engagement while helping to maintain a welcoming, inclusive, and well‑organized centre workplace.

As a leader at the site, you will support responsibilities including enrolment, attendance tracking, subsidy and statistical reporting, grocery ordering, staff support, and ongoing 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?

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

Certifications

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)

Key Responsibilities

Provide daily leadership and administrative support to a full‑day child care centre serving children from infant to school age

Support the Program Supervisor by communicating operational updates and escalating concerns that may impact program delivery or performance

Ensure compliance with all applicable legislation, regulations, contractual agreements, and Umbrella Family policies and procedures

Identify potential risks, health and safety issues, or liabilities and report concerns to the Program Supervisor in a timely manner

Coordinate service delivery in the absence of the Program Supervisor, ensuring smooth and consistent centre operations

Implement high‑quality, developmentally appropriate programming aligned with How Does Learning Happen? and Umbrella Family’s mission, vision, and values





Act as a key point of contact for families regarding general questions and concerns when the Program Supervisor is unavailable

Support enrolment processes including centre tours, play visits, and enrollment packages, and assist with maintaining accurate waitlists and ongoing communication with families

Maintain regular communication with program staff, the Program Supervisor, and community partners; attend staff meetings as required

Build positive relationships with community partners, school board personnel, Ministry/Public Health officials, and families to support strong program partnerships

Participate in professional development opportunities as recommended to enhance knowledge, performance, and leadership capacity

Benefits

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.

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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📌 RECE Program Leader (Ontario)
🏢 Umbrella Family and Child Centres of Hamilton
📍 Ontario