Relief Children's Program Mentor

BGC St. Alban's Club • Toronto, ON

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

BGC Jane and Finch Club is committed to providing children and youth with safe, inclusive, and engaging programs that inspire learning, leadership, healthy living, and positive relationships. Our After-School Program provides children ages 5–10 with a safe and welcoming environment where they can participate in recreation, sports, creative arts, literacy, homework support, leadership development, and healthy living activities. We are seeking enthusiastic, dependable, energetic, and caring individuals to join our team as Relief Children's Program Mentors for the 2026–2027 school year. The Relief Children's Program Mentor provides on-call coverage across multiple BGC Jane and Finch Club after-school program locations to ensure quality programming continues during planned and unplanned staff absences. Working under the direction of the Site Lead and Children's Program Coordinator, Relief Mentors assist with delivering engaging programming while maintaining a safe, inclusive, and positive environment for all participants. This position is ideal for individuals who enjoy variety, are flexible, and can confidently adapt to different program sites, age groups, and daily routines.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in or graduated from: Early Childhood Education (ECE), Child & Youth Care (CYC), Child & Youth Worker (CYW), Social Service Worker (SSW), Recreation & Leisure, or a related field.
• Experience working with children ages 5–10.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and organizational skills.
• Ability to adapt quickly to different program environments.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Standard First Aid & CPR-C Certification
• HIGH FIVE® Principles of Healthy Child Development Certification
• Valid Food Handler Certificate
• Satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Police Record Check
• Applicants must be available to work a minimum of three (3) weekdays per week between 2:45 p.m. and 6:00 p.m.
• Relief staff must be flexible and available to accept shifts at multiple program locations, sometimes on short notice, to cover staff absences and operational needs.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working in after-school programs, camps, recreation, or community programming.
• Experience supporting children with diverse learning, behavioral, or developmental needs.
• Knowledge of the Ontario After School Program Guidelines.
• Additional availability for PA Day Programs, School Break Programs, Mandatory Staff Meetings, Professional Development, Training Sessions, Community Events, Special Events is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and facilitating engaging daily after-school programming.
• Deliver age-appropriate recreation, sports, literacy, homework support, creative arts, STEM, and healthy living activities.
• Step into existing program plans and ensure smooth program delivery.
• Promote teamwork, inclusion, leadership, and positive youth development.
• Build positive relationships with children through active participation and mentorship.
• Provide active supervision of children at all times.
• Maintain appropriate staff-to-child ratios.
• Promote positive behavior using encouragement, conflict resolution, and restorative practices.
• Ensure all children are signed in and out according to program procedures.
• Respond appropriately to emergencies, injuries, illnesses, and behavioural incidents.
• Follow all BGC Jane and Finch Club policies, Ontario health and safety regulations, child protection procedures, and food safety standards.
• Assist with daily program set-up and clean-up.
• Prepare activity spaces before participants arrive.
• Assist with snack preparation and distribution following food handling procedures.
• Maintain attendance records and complete required documentation when assigned.
• Ensure program spaces remain clean, organized, and welcoming.
• Work collaboratively with Site Leads, Program Coordinators, volunteers, placement students, and fellow staff.
• Quickly adapt to different program sites and staff teams.
• Attend mandatory staff meetings, orientations, and professional development sessions.
• Support PA Day programs, school break programming, community events, and special events.
• Maintain professional relationships with children, families, school staff, and colleagues.
• Report concerns, injuries, behavioral incidents, and parent inquiries to supervisors promptly.
• Represent BGC Jane and Finch Club professionally within the community.

Benefits

• Gain experience working across multiple program sites.
• Build valuable leadership and facilitation skills.
• Work with an experienced and supportive team.
• Participate in ongoing professional development.
• Make a positive impact in the lives of children and families throughout the Jane and Finch community.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree