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Starting Wage: $34.13 - $34.32/hour
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Work Hours: 37.5 hours per week
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Location: Alton Village and Brookdale
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Region: Halton
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Employment Type: Full Time, Permanent
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Start Date: TBD
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Vacancies: 1
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Job Posting closing date: October 7, 2026
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This job posting is for an existing vacancy and reflects a current opening within the agency.
At Today’s Family, we believe in the power of strong partnerships to help children and families thrive. We’re a not-for-profit organization serving over 7,500 children and families across Hamilton, Halton, Haldimand-Norfolk, Oxford County and Peel Region.
Our mission is to ensure every child experiences the joy of learning through play. We value Caring, Collaboration, Accountability, Innovation, and Inclusion, and we’re committed to delivering high-quality programs that evolve to meet the needs of our growing communities.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Provide Leadership to the childcare team.
- Supervise, guide and assist staff in daily activities.
- Oversee the daily operation of the child care site.
- Demonstrate an in-depth knowledge of the Ministry of Education’s “How Does Learning Happen?” pedagogy for Early Years.
- Communicate effectively with parents, staff and community partners.
- Adhere to Today’s Family’s policies and procedures and the College of ECEs Code of Ethics and Professional Practices to ensure the highest quality of interactions, relationships, and engagement with children and families.
- Work collaboratively with all staff.
- Ensure a strong commitment to leading and caring with an intent for Equity, respect for Diversity, demand for Inclusion, and facilitation of Belonging that every family deserves.
Licenses & Certifications Required
- Registered Early Childhood Educator, in good standing
- Standard First Aid and CPR-C Certification
- Current Vulnerable Sector Check (done in the last 6 months)
You Bring the Following Qualifications
- Diploma or degree in Early Childhood Education
- Minimum of 1 year of Supervisory experience working in a licensed child care setting
- Current knowledge and understanding of the Child Care and Early Years Act (CCEYA)
- Thorough knowledge of How Does Learning Happen?
- Experience working with children in a child care setting
- Record of up-to-date Immunizations (TB Test, Tetanus, Polio, MMR)
Why Today’s Family?
- Growth & Learning: Gain experience across multiple programs and projects that enhance your skills and passions.
- Flexible Hours: Offering reliable working hours that is rooted in caring and opportunity for growth.
- Career Development: Access apprenticeship opportunities, mentorship, and platforms to share your knowledge and ideas.
- Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, wellness resources, and retirement savings plans for permanent staff working 25+ hours a week.
- Diversity & Inclusion: Bring your unique talents to the table, whether that’s through language skills, special expertise, or new perspectives.
At Today’s Family, we celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive environment. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are dedicated to accommodating any needs during the hiring process, in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you need any accommodation throughout the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to contact our Human Resources Department at hr@todaysfamily.ca.
