After School Program Leader: Regal Road Public School

BGC St. Alban's Club•Toronto, ON

7d•CA$17 - CA$18•Onsite

About The Position

BGC St. Alban's Club is looking for enthusiastic, energetic and dedicated individuals to work in our STARS After School program at Regal Road Public School. This program is designed for children aged 4-12 years and includes components such as education, recreation, social activities, sports, health and nutrition, mentoring, and the arts. The role of a Program Mentor is to provide a safe and supportive environment for the Club’s participants.

Requirements

Educational background applicable to the position.
Experience working with children 4 to 12 years old.
Strong skills in one or more of the following areas: sports, arts, swimming, recreation, education, health and nutrition.
Ability to work as team members in a dynamic, complex environment.
Strong supervision and program planning skills
Good decision making and problem solving skills
Covid-19 Vaccination Required.
Current Standard First Aid and CPR-C certification.
Police Reference Check (to be completed upon hiring)
HIGH FIVE- Principles of Healthy Child Development training

Responsibilities

Plan, organize and lead a group of children in a group setting.
Ensure that you are creating a safe and enjoyable environment for participants.
Create and facilitate fun, creative and inclusive activities for all participants.
Ensure that all equipment and supplies are in safe working condition.
Complete appropriate administrative tasks in a timely manner (ie attendances and head counts).
Developing and planning programs for children between the ages of 4 and 12 years.
Ensuring programs are safe, age-appropriate, non-competitive, inclusive, innovative and skilled-based in nature.
Help to ensure the safety and security of the members and assist in responding to critical incidents as outlined in the Club’s policies and procedures.
Maintain Health & Safety standards in accordance to the Club’s Covid-19 Safety Protocols.
Participate in staff training and orientation sessions.
Ensure the safety and supervision of participants at all times by strictly following guidelines and procedures. (ie headcounts)
Dealing with conflicts and behavior management immediately using corrective techniques as discussed in training.
Report to and takes direction from Program Manager and Supervisors.
Do other related tasks as assigned.
Maintain professional relationships with peers, members, volunteers, parents and other Club members.