Canada Summer Job - Program Leader
About The Position
The Myrtle Philip Community Centre is a licensed childcare facility and has an opportunity for qualified individuals to apply for the position of Program Leader. Reporting to the Recreation Programmer, this position offers a regular schedule of up to 80 hours bi-weekly starting June 15, 2026, through August 26, 2026, and offering regular casual hours thereafter. Afterschool shifts are normally 2:00pm to 6:00pm Monday to Friday and full day programming shifts are normally 8:00am to 5:30pm Monday to Friday. The Program Leader’s role is to create, implement and facilitate daily activities for preschool, after school care, and summer camp programs for children aged 2.5 to 12 years old. The Program Leader will directly supervise the children to ensure a safe and positive learning environment.
Requirements
- 19 years of age or older (Provincial childcare licensing requirement)
- Previous professional experience working with children in either an instructional or educational capacity such as Coach, Ski Instructor, Youth Leader, Nanny, etc.
- Possess a valid Responsible Adult course or 20 hours of coursework in child development, guidance, health and safety or nutrition.
- Able to effectively listen, mediate, and communicate with children of all ages
- Obtain a valid First Aid Certificate
- Obtain a Food Safe Level 1 Certificate
- Obtain a BC Class 4 driver’s license
- Must be between the ages of 19-30 years (due to Provincial childcare licensing requirements) at the beginning of the employment period
- Must be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person to whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act for the duration of the employment
- Must have a valid Social Insurance Number at the start of employment
- Must be legally entitled to work in Canada in accordance with relevant provincial or territorial legislation and regulations
- Provide a satisfactory Police Information Check and Criminal Reference Check (Provincial childcare licensing requirement) prior to beginning employment.
Nice To Haves
- The successful candidate has a calm, approachable and helpful demeanor
- Enjoys working with children
- Assertive leader who demonstrates excellent communication, mediation and listening skills
- Confident to apply rules and regulations as needed
- Demonstrates commitment to promoting a diverse and inclusive workplace within their team
- Will create effective working relationships with others while contributing to a positive team environment
Responsibilities
- Create, implement and facilitate daily activities for preschool, after school care, and summer camp programs for children aged 2.5 to 12 years old.
- Directly supervise the children to ensure a safe and positive learning environment.
Benefits
- 12% of their regular earnings in lieu of employee benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
