Explore It! (www.ExploreItAll.ca) is looking for Toronto based Instructors to assist us in providing after-school programming to young children in elementary schools in downtown Toronto. We provide everything you need so you can focus on having fun with the students! Our roster of long-time Instructors LOVE working for us - see their profiles on our web site.
Please note this is a part-time position with no possibility of full time work.
- You MUST have relevant experience working with groups of young children between the ages of 5 and 12. You SHOULD have a child focused background of mentoring, teaching, coaching and/or as a camp counsellor.
- Candidates for Instructor positions MUST be available to teach classes on weekdays after-school (i.e. 3:00 to 4:30pm) during the school year.
- You MUST be available two or more weekdays (Monday to Friday) after-school. Successful applicants will be offered the opportunity to work with us during the school year.
- You MUST be at least 18 years old and have graduated High School. We PREFER candidates who are current enrolled in, or recently graduated from, post-secondary school.
- New Instructors have the opportunity to be mentored by our current team in a variety of enjoyable subject areas such as Science & Exploration, Culinary Arts, Visual Arts, Crafts, Dance & Yoga, Performing Arts, Musical Theatre, Lego Building and more.
- The Toronto elementary schools we partner with are centrally located and TTC accessible. You must be able to travel to schools within the downtown City of Toronto each week.
- You will need to pass a Police Vulnerable Sectors Screening. We will assist in this process.
Forward your resume using EMAIL. Please provide a personal email address on your resume or cover note.
Only qualified candidates will be contacted to arrange a Zoom interview. Only those that answer ALL questions on this posting will be eligible for an interview.
Responsibilities
- Engage and interact with children in a positive and supportive manner during after-school programs.
- Plan and implement fun educational activities that promote learning and development.
- Foster a safe and inclusive environment for all students.
- Ensure adherence to safety and company standards throughout the program.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $22.00-$28.00 per hour
Additional pay:
- Bonus pay
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends
Application question(s):
- Do you live in the City of Toronto with easy access to transit during the school year?
- What is your postal code during the school year?
- Which weekdays (Monday to Friday) are you available to work from 3pm-4:30pm?
Education:
- Secondary School (required)
Experience:
- working with groups of young children: 2 years (required)
Language:
- read and write fluent English (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Police Vulnerable Sectors Check within the last year (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Expected start date: 2025-09-08