Before & After School Lead Educator

Inspire, Create, and Make a Difference Every Day!

Do you love working with school-age children and creating engaging, meaningful experiences that make learning fun? Are you looking for a role where you can be part of a supportive team, build strong connections with children and families, and help shape positive childhood experiences?

Milestones Children's Centre is looking for a passionate and enthusiastic Before & After School Lead Educator to join our team!

In this role, you will support the growth, learning, and well-being of school-age children during their out-of-school hours while contributing to a collaborative and positive team setting.

About the Role The Before & After School Lead Educator demonstrates a commitment to quality programming and excellence in the care and education of school-age children. All responsibilities are carried out in alignment with the vision, mission, values, policies, and procedures of Milestones Children's Centre, the Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice, the Child Care and Early Years Act, 2014, the Child Care Centre Licensing Manual, and How Does Learning Happen?

What You'll Be Doing

As part of our team, you will:

- Work collaboratively with colleagues to develop and implement engaging, inclusive, and developmentally appropriate programs.
- Create welcoming environments where every child feels supported and included.
- Use positive, consistent approaches to behaviour guidance that align with Milestones' philosophy, policies, and practices.
- Bring enthusiasm, reliability, professionalism, and a robust commitment to attendance and punctuality.
- Foster positive relationships with children, families, and fellow team members.

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

Applicants must have one of the following:

- Registered Early Childhood Educator (RECE)
- Child and Youth Worker (CYW/CYC)
- Recreation & Leisure diploma
- Bachelor of Education with registration through the Ontario College of Teachers (OCT)

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- Minimum one (1) year of childcare work experience
- Proven experience working with and enjoying children ages 4-12
- Reliable transportation
- A positive, outgoing, and dependable approach to teamwork
- Criminal Reference Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening
- Current Standard First Aid and CPR-C certification
- Up-to-date tetanus and MMR immunizations
- Minimum 18 years of age (licensing requirement under the Child Care and Early Years Act, 2014)

Schedule

Split Shift Position

Morning Shift

- Monday to Friday 6:45 a.m. to 9:25 a.m.

Afternoon Shift

- Monday, Wednesday, Friday 3:15 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
- Tuesday, Thursday 2:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Additional Hours May Be Available Opportunities for additional work (up to 8 hours per day) may be available during:

- Professional Activity (PD) Days
- Winter Break
- Spring Break
- Summer Programs

Casual supply opportunities may also be available outside of regular contract hours.

Position Details

Vacancy: One (1) Contract Position

This position is currently filled; however, an upcoming vacancy is anticipated effective December 11, 2026. Recruitment is being initiated in advance to support a smooth transition and continuity of operations.

Term: November 2026 to June 25, 2027, with the possibility of extension and potential for permanent employment after one year.

Additional Paid Hours In addition to your scheduled program hours, you will receive:

- 3 hours of paid preparation time per month
- 1.5 hours per month for staff meetings

Compensation $23.83-$ 24.51per hour

This position is also eligible for the following wage enhancements:





- $1.00/hour City Wage Enhancement on all hours worked
- $2.08/hour Provincial Wage Enhancement

Starting placement within the range is determined based on qualifications, education, experience, and internal compensation practices. Please note that staff meetings, professional learning time, and orientation hours are not eligible for the provincial wage enhancement funding and will be compensated in accordance with applicable funding guidelines.

Why Join Milestones?

We value our team members and offer:

- Employee Assistance Program
- Paid personal days
- Paid professional learning opportunities
- Guaranteed time off between Christmas and New Year's
- Growth and development opportunities
- Casual dress
- On-the-job training and support

Artificial Intelligence (AI) Disclosure This recruitment process may use AI-assisted tools within the online application platform to support the application process, including screening or evaluating application responses. All resumes and applications are reviewed by a human decision-maker, and all interview and hiring decisions are made by a person, not by AI.

Inclusion & Accessibility (AODA)

Milestones Children's Centre is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible workplace where all employees feel valued and respected.

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code, accommodations are available upon request for candidates participating in all aspects of the recruitment process and for employees throughout the employment lifecycle.

Thank you for your interest in joining our team! We appreciate all applications; however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Pay: $26.91-$27.59 per hour

Benefits

- Casual dress
- Company events
- Employee assistance program
- Paid time off
- Wellness program

Work Location: In person

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