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.

Internal Posting Date: 08/19/2026

Internal Closing Date: 08/25/2026

Target Start Date: 09/07/2026

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 valuable 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.

Solid 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

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

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

Why Join Umbrella Family?

Comprehensive advantages 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

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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📌 Internal - RECE Program Leader (Manitoba)
🏢 Umbrella Family
📍 Manitoba