Program Coordinator

Kids Great Minds is looking for a Program Coordinator who is a dynamic, self motivated, organized individual who can work both independently and in a team. You will assist the Program Director with the development, administration and supervision of the recreation programs and camps for children and youth. You will be required to demonstrate critical thinking skills, attention to detail, the ability to multi-task and prioritize duties in a busy corporate setting.

**The Program Coordinator is responsible for**:

- Liaising with City partners to effectively plan, administer, promote, deliver and supervise the recreation programs.
- Recruitment of instructors, co-op students and volunteers to deliver program services. As well as managing performance, training and coaching of all staff for continuous improved performance.
- Researching, planning and coordinating computer learning programs and day camps for children and youth (ages 5 to 16 years old).
- Assisting with delivering classes and programs that serve the communities while meeting the needs and interests of all participants in an inclusive manner.
- Contributing to marketing and advertising of promotional materials for recreation programs, including the Recreation and Culture guides, brochures, social media posts, etc.
- Assists in equipment inspections, inventory and documentation.

**Skills and Qualifications**:

- Post - secondary degree or diploma in the field of Recreation, Community Development, or related field along with a minimum of 3 years of relevant work experience.
- Specialized training in areas including project management, community engagement is an asset.
- Excellent customer service, oral and written communication skills.
- Strong administrative, organizational and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work in a fast paced and changing environment and interest in broadening your experience is desired.
- Availability to work flexible and irregular hours at times, including evenings and weekends will be required to accommodate work in different seasons.
- **The flexibility to work remotely and on-site at our headquarters in Vaughan and site visits to classes in the central GTA**(York region; Newmarket, Richmond Hill, Aurora, Vaughan).
- Access to your own transportation and a G class license.
- Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office and Google tools.
- Current CPR, First Aid Certification and High Five Principles of Healthy Child Development (or willing to obtain within the first 3 months of start date).

**Compensation**

**About Kids Great Minds**

Kids Great Minds (KGM) is empowering the leaders and innovators of tomorrow. KGM is the ultimate provider of fun computer learning. We are experienced in providing STEAM programs to foster today’s most in-demand skills. Our instructors are highly trained and qualified in coding, game design, computer animation, virtual reality, robotics and more. We have a variety of courses and themes that are always up to date with today’s technologies and are guaranteed to spark the interest of every learner.

Kids Great Minds is an equal opportunity employer. Our clients come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because it's the right thing to do, but because it makes our company stronger. If you share our values and our enthusiasm for small businesses, you will find a home at KGM. Please let us know if you need accommodation as part of the interview process.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent, Fixed term contract, Seasonal

Pay: $25.00-$30.00 per hour

Flexible language requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- Evening shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed

**Education**:

- Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2025-04-27
Expected start date: 2025-06-02