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Child Care
Childcare Program Worker
We thank all candidates for their interest, however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
About the Position: The role of the Childcare Program Worker is to help carry out the day-to-day operations of the childcare centre, helping implement programs for children in care within the requirements of the current curriculum following How Does Learning Happen.
Employment type:
• Full-Time: 35-44 hours per week
• Part-Time: 0-34 hours per week
Starting rate:
• Program Workers: $20.08-$23.08/hr.
• Registered Early Childhood Educators: $22.86- $25.86/hr.
• On top of the base wage, Program Workers working in Licensed Child Care and Ontario After School Programs (OASP) receive a $2/hr. Wage Enhancement
Full-time placement offers: A comprehensive benefits package after 3 months. Additionally, these positions have opportunities to participate in a company matched retirement savings plan after 3 months.
Qualifications:
- College and/or University Diploma/Degree in: Child and Youth Worker Diploma/or; Recreation and Leisure Diploma/or; Ontario Teachers College Diploma/or: Registered Early Childhood Educator; – At time of hire
- Registered with the Ontario Teacher College/ College of ECE’s if applicable Diploma. – At time of hire – Proof of membership in good standing
- Current Vulnerable Sector Police Clearance – Valid only if obtained within 6 months or less. Must have proof of receipt at time of hire
- Immunizations Records – At time of hire
- Standard First Aid/CPRC – Must be valid at time of hire
- Food Handlers – Can obtain during employment
- High Five – Can obtain during employment
- Previous Child Care Experience – Preferred – Can be gained through employment.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The role of the Program Worker is to help carry out the day to day operations of the child care centre, helping implement programs for children in care within the requirements of the current curriculum following How Does Learning Happen?
Deliverables include but are not exclusive to:
• Responsible for care and safety of the children;
• Prepare daily plans for assigned activities consistent with program curriculum handbooks;
• Supervise and instruct children assigned to your group;
• Follow the safe arrival and departure practices;
• Follow the healthy principles of child development, High 5;
Why Work at the BGC Niagara?
As part of Canada’s largest child and youth-serving agency, BGC Niagara is a charitable, community-supported organization dedicated to helping children and youth reach their full potential.
Since 1960, the BGC Niagara has provided a broad spectrum of services for children and youth 0 – 24 years of age, including food, shelter, transportation, childcare, aquatics, recreation, physical activity, leadership, and life skill programs.
Today, BGC Niagara serves vulnerable children and youth across the Niagara Region. As a leading provider of quality programs for children and youth, BGC Niagara offers transformative experiences that are accessible, reliable, and open to all, with a focus on providing safe places where kids can develop confidence, gain skills, and experience success.
Application: Interested Candidates should apply by sending a letter of intent and resume no later than February 13, 2026 to employment@bgcn.ca indicating preferred location in the letter of intent.
BGC Niagara is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusive,
barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and work environment. We will accommodate
the needs of the applicants under the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for
Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection
process. Please advise the Human Resources Department to ensure your accessibility needs
are accommodated throughout this process. Information received relating to accommodation
measures will be addressed confidentially.