Before and After School Program Lead

1 week ago

Port Moody, British Columbia, Canada Block 8 Academy Full time $36,000 - $42,000 per year

We are looking for experienced Group Leaders to join our team, as we are expanding

Are you a positive, energetic, experienced team player?

Do you..

  • Have experience working with groups of children?
  • Have Monday- Friday afternoon availability?
  • Have ideas for creative, fun activities to share?
  • Love mentoring and teaching children while keeping them safe and entertained?

.. if so, you may be a great fit for this position Come join our multi-age, multi-talented team which includes specialists in elementary education, artists, athletes, support workers and more.

Block 8 Academy is a progressive before and after school care centre for elementary students in Port Moody. We provide shuttle service from elementary schools, a rich base curriculum, and plenty of indoor and outdoor unstructured time. Our program includes fun community projects, art, music, homework help, financial awareness activities, and outdoor recreation time.

General Duties and Responsibilities

  • Lead a group of children in activities including science, games, drama and more.
  • Supervise children to ensure safety at all times.
  • Provide basic first aid when needed.
  • Plan and facilitate daily activities based on curriculum outlines.
  • Set up and take down shared program spaces.
  • Communicate regularly with parents/caregivers.
  • Participate in staff meetings and training sessions.
  • Build positive relationships with children and act as a supportive role model.
  • Assist children during snack time and with clothing changes as needed.
  • Help maintain a clean, safe environment, including light cleaning and sterilization tasks.
  • Supervise children on outings and trips away from the centre.
  • (Optional but beneficial) Drive children to and from school and assist with van entry/exit.
  • Perform other related duties as required.

Qualifications:

  • At least 19 years of age.
  • A high level of functional spoken and written English skills - sufficient to ensure successful communication with staff, children and parents
  • 1-5 years of experience providing care and guidance to school-aged children in a daycare or recreational setting.
  • At least 20 hours in child development, guidance, health and safety or nutrition.
  • Current Standard First Aid and CPR C (or equivalent) certification.
  • Current clear criminal record search.
  • (optional but highly beneficial) Class 5 Driver's License, clean driver's abstract and sufficient driving experience to be comfortable driving children a short drive to school
  • Be physically and mentally able to perform all tasks.

Hours of Work:

  • 5 afternoon shifts per week (2:30-5:30 or 6 pm weekdays).
  • Morning shifts can be available (7 or 7:30am to 9:00am).
  • Daytime shifts are also available on school closure days such as Pro D day, winter, spring and summer camps.

Reporting Structure:

School Aged Childcare Leaders report to and are supported by the Supervisors and Facility Managers.

Please reply with resume and cover letter quoting the position you are applying for along with copies of training certificates

Application closing date: Until the position is filled

We thank all who apply; however, only those candidates to be interviewed will be contacted. No phone calls please.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: $19.00-$21.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • Dental care
  • Disability insurance
  • Extended health care
  • Life insurance

Licence/Certification:

  • First Aid and CPR C (or willing to get it) (required)
  • 20 hrs education in child dev (or willing to get it) (required)
  • Class 5 Driver's License (optional but highly beneficial) (preferred)

Work Location: In person

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