Children's Activity Leader

2 weeks ago


Vancouver, Canada Britannia Community Child Care Services Full time

Britannia Community Services Society has an exciting opportunity for a Children Activity Leader in the Out of School Care program.

**Main Purpose & Function**

Reporting to the Child Care Supervisor, Children’s Activity Leader will plan and implement programming development appropriate for a group of 50 to 70 children ages between 5 and 12.

**Specific Duties & Responsibilities**

Reporting to the Child Care Supervisor, Children’s Activity Leader will plan and implement programming that is developmentally appropriate for children ages between 5 and 12; support the diverse needs of children, in an inclusive Out of School Care program in a multicultural community; and work with a team of childcare workers ensuring safety and licensing requirements as directed by the Senior Supervisor and Management.

**Education and Experience**
- School Age Childcare certificate or Early Childhood Education or Responsible Adult certification (a minimum of 20 hours of training in “Child Growth and Development”, “Health & Safety” and/or “Guiding and Caring”).
- Food Safe
- Current First Aid Certificate - Emergency Child Care first aid / cpr level b
- Previous experience in an Out of School Care Program or similar children’s recreation program

**Knowledge, Skills and Abilities**:

- Sound knowledge of the fundamentals of instruction in a child care program.
- Sound knowledge of the policies, regulations and rules applicable to the work performed.
- Working knowledge of the principles, practices and objectives of a licensed community child care program.
- Working knowledge of the fundamentals of program leadership.
- Working knowledge of crafts, arts and other pursuits related to children’s programs.
- Some knowledge of modern office practices and procedures.
- Ability to coordinate and lead program activities for children of various ages and development levels, and to participate in program planning and assessment.
- Ability to maintain control and exercise discipline with tact and consistency.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with parents, staff and a variety of external contacts such as social workers and therapists.
- Ability to provide training and work direction to substitutes and volunteers.
- Ability to assist in identifying developmental problems in children.
- Ability to provide support and encouragement to families in crisis situations and to recommend appropriate referrals.
- Sound knowledge of Child Development
- Understanding and experience working with special needs and behaviour of children requiring extra support in an inclusive program is important.
- Preference will be given to applicants with a class 4 driver’s license. The license must not include any restrictions that would affect the ability to legally and safely carry out job responsibilities. Local area travel and transportation arrangements

A Criminal Record Check is a requirement of this position. A clearance requires the absence of any criminal charges or convictions related to this position.

**Organization**:Britannia Child Care - Out of School Care

**Position**:Regular Part Time Children's Activity Leader - Out of School Care

**Salary Information**:Pay Grade GR-014: $25.86 to $30.29 per hour

+ $4.00/hour ECE Wage Enhancement with ECE qualifications

**Union**: CUPE Local 15 - Bargaining Unit - Britannia

We thank all applicants for their interest, however; only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Britannia Child Care Se is committed to recruiting a diverse workforce that represents the community we so proudly serve. Indigenous applicants, people of colour, all genders, LGBT2Q+ and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

**Job Types**: Part-time, Permanent
Part-time hours: 25-35 per week

**Salary**: $25.86-$30.29 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Life insurance

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Vancouver, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: One location



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