After-School Program Instructor

YMCA of Hamilton|Burlington|Brantford • Ohsweken, ON

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

The After-School Program Instructor reports directly to the Area Supervisor, Beyond of the Bell (BTB). This position is responsible for the supervision of children in grades 1 to 5, creating and delivering safe, age-appropriate after school programming designed to empower students to reach their full potential and succeed in their education. Beyond the Bell is a Community Outreach program serving vulnerable populations in underserved communities, where educators provide learning enrichment activities to the children we serve. Strong performers will be offered professional growth and leadership opportunities through community engagement and program development initiatives. This is a great opportunity for an individual interested in working with the YMCA HBB as a charitable organization.

Requirements

• A minimum of 6 months’ experience working with children in direct program delivery.
• Experience working directly with children with different learning abilities and/or other special needs, and vulnerable populations.
• Experience and sensitivity in dealing with members of different cultural and racial backgrounds, including visible and invisible dimensions of diversity.
• Ability to actively engage children, employing a child-centered and interest-based approach.
• Effective time management skills; must be able to plan and prioritize work assignments.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Self-motivated and able to work well independently and in a team environment.
• Valid Intermediate/Standard First Aid and CPR-C including AED training certificate is required
• A commitment to the YMCA HBB mission and core values of: Inclusion, Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility, as well as a commitment to building developmental assets in children and adults.
• Successful incumbent provides the YMCA of Hamilton|Burlington|Brantford with a current and satisfactory Police Records Check.
• Positions responsible for the direct supervision of children and/or vulnerable persons will be required, in addition to a Police Records Check, to provide a Vulnerable Sector Screening Report at the time of hire.

Nice To Haves

• Enrollment in a post-secondary program in Child and Youth Studies, Recreation and Leisure, or a related field is preferred.
• Food Handling Certificate (Preferred)

Responsibilities

• Deliver safe and quality programs for participants, in collaboration with other staff, to ensure compliance with established YMCA policies, procedures, best practices, and program standards.
• Design and implement child-centered and individualized activity plans that meet the individual developmental needs of participants, and academic goals of the program.
• Complete and submit weekly activity plans and daily documentation with a focus on detail and accuracy.
• Provide homework support to children in grades 1-5 who are experiencing academic difficulties, as required.
• Identify problems and ensure issues are addressed by the appropriate supervisor/manager.
• Organize and maintain program supplies and inventory.
• Attend staff training and professional development activities, as required.
• This position requires availability to work between the hours of 2:15 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. (shift times vary based on school location) Monday to Friday, with ability to maintain a flexible schedule to manage issues, concerns, and problems as they may arise.
• Programs are based out of a shared space within the school, therefore, requiring movement and set up of equipment on a daily, weekly, and/or monthly basis.

Benefits

• Paid Vacation Entitlements that increase with seniority
• Paid Personal days and sick days
• A generous employer-paid Group Health benefit plan starting from day 1, with 3 flexible options to choose from
• A Defined Contribution Pension Plan with up to 5% employer matching
• Mental Health on Demand (MHOD) Program
• Hybrid work arrangements with in-person office time to collaborate, innovate and build relationships with your colleagues
• Paid professional development opportunities
• Reduced rates for YMCA Child Care, Camp, and Child & Youth programs (subject to availability)
• Free staff YMCA Health & Fitness Memberships

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed