Afterschool Educator

**Afterschool Educator**

Hourly Position - Afternoons 20 hrs./week

40 hrs. /week March Break, Christmas Break, and Summer.

**Position Overview**

Reporting to the Afterschool Coordinator. This position is responsible for the implementation of the YMCA school-age curriculum - A Place to Connect, and NB Curriculum Framework for early learning and child care, developing the child in spirit, mind and body; while providing quality care for the participants (children), supervision of volunteers, and support of our day to day operations.

**Duties**
- Maintain open communication within the team and families
- Model appropriate interactions/participation with peers
- Participate actively in scheduled outings, meal times, swim, and gym.
- Maintain compliance with all YMCA and government established policies.
- Attend trainings and meetings, as scheduled and deemed necessary.
- Complete daily administrative tasks/checklists related to provincial standards and curriculum.
- Create a physical and social environment offering a full range of child-directed learning opportunities conducted through small group interactions.
- Document and plan in accordance with the YMCA A Place to Connect curriculum.
- Inform parents about a child’s developmental and behavioral progress in a caring, confidential manner.
- Maintain the facilities, equipment, and supplies in accordance with YMCA and Provincial Standards (law).
- Other duties as assigned.

**Skills & Qualifications**
- A clear criminal record check and vulnerable sector check
- A Clear Social Development Record Check
- A valid Workplace Standard First Aid and CPR (Level C) Certification
- A Recognized Early Childhood Education Certificate / Diploma or Bachelor of Education Degree (a strong asset)
- Knowledge of Middle Childhood Development
- Previous experience in the YMCA A Place to Connect Curriculum (an asset)
- Previous Experience working in Licensed Early Learning and Childcare Facility
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Basic computer skills
- Able to work flexible hours
- Able to provide 2 professional references
- Bilingualism, French & English (an asset)

**Competencies**
- Child and Youth focused
- Teamwork
- Quality focus
- Communication
- Creativity and Innovation

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Employee assistance program
- On-site gym
- On-site parking

**Job Type**: Casual

Pay: $17.15-$25.75 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Employee assistance program

Flexible language requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2024-12-13