Job Overview
We are seeking enthusiastic and dedicated After School Program Leader to join our team. This role is essential in supporting the physical and mental development of children through engaging recreational programs that foster learning and growth. The ideal candidate will have a passion for working with children and a commitment to creating a positive learning environment.
Duties
- Working under the supervision of the After School Program Supervisor, the Program Leader will instruct and participate in a variety of physical activities aimed at engaging children in fun and recreation while achieving life-long learning objectives
- Provide healthy snacks to all participants within the program, while accommodating dietary restrictions
- Be a role model and supervisor of all children and volunteers at Jericho’s After School Programs
- Ensure a friendly and supportive atmosphere is maintained by developing appropriate strategies to support participants in managing their behaviour.
- Respond to the individual needs of participants and establish stable and consistent relationships with each child and their families/caregivers.
- Liaise sensitively with families/caregivers on matters concerning their child/youth while maintaining confidentiality.
- Ensure that health and safety needs of all participants are met and addressed immediately and appropriately
- Ensure proper sign in/sign out procedures are followed.
- Cleaning and tidying the facility and ensuring the safe storage of equipment.
- Report on a regular basis to the Program Supervisor regarding issues of need and/or concern
- Communicate and represent Jericho’s mission, vision and operating principles to employees and stakeholders
Skills
- Ability to work well with children/youth
- Experience with leading children/youth activities an asset
- Knowledge of children/youth programs
- Ability to work as a team member in a dynamic, complex environment and organize time and workload effectively
- Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing with all levels of staff, the public and parents/guardians
- Demonstrated problem solving ability
- Ability to perform the physical requirements of the job including frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, crouching or crawling.
- Ability to use various sports equipment used in program.
- Current First Aid/CPR certification
- High Five PHCD Certification an asset
- Current Vulnerable Sector Screening
Join us in making a difference in the lives of children through education!
Job Types: Part-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 10 months
Pay: $16.60-$19.60 per hour
Expected hours: No more than 17.5 per week
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Georgina, ON (L0E): reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Work Location: In person
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