Preschool & Children Program Specialist (Robotics/Science/Coding) - North York

City of Toronto • Toronto, ON

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Community Recreation Branch is responsible for the delivery of high-quality, community-based recreation programs and services to the diverse neighbourhoods of Toronto. We provide a variety of programs that promote the social and physical development for people of all ages, with an emphasis on children and youth. The Community Recreation Branch strives to ensure Toronto residents have positive recreational experiences that enhance quality of life and contribute to lifelong active living.

Requirements

• Experience planning and instructing specialized preschool and children's programs.
• Formal training and/or experience in specialized area of instruction specific to position hired; ie dance, drama, music, arts, sports, cooking, science, and computers.
• Must produce original current Emergency First Aid and Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation certification as recognized by the WSIB.
• You possess certification in Parks and Recreation Ontario's Principles of Healthy Child Development (PHCD). This is a mandatory course that will be provided to you at no cost upon obtaining a conditional offer of employment. You will be provided with course dates and details at that time.
• Applicants providing the results of a Vulnerable Sector Check.

Nice To Haves

• Certification in specialized area an asset.

Responsibilities

• Plans, organizes and independently leads specialty programs for preschoolers and/or children.
• Follows the principles of Healthy Child Development (HIGH FIVE®) in the planning and delivery of programs.
• Provides instructions that will guide the child’s development.
• Ensures that equipment and supplies meet Health and Safety standards.
• Evaluates participants and completes achievement records according to program curriculum.
• Performs administrative tasks to support the program.
• Takes actions to deal with incidents, problems and emergencies as outlined in Divisional policies and procedures.
• Liaises with caregivers and responds to inquiries.
• Attends and participates in meetings and training sessions.

What This Job Offers

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