Thrive Time Instructor (Thrive Elementary School)
About The Position
Thrive Time is our engaging after-school program that gives students the chance to explore interests, develop new skills, and deepen existing passions through fun, educational activities. As a Thrive Time Instructor, you’ll design and lead your own approved program for mixed-age groups (ages 5–12). This role blends creativity, leadership, and a love of working with children. Thrive Time is an amazing opportunity for our students to participate in fun and educational activities outside of regular school hours. It is the equivalent of a club, camp, or group activity after school. It is a wonderful opportunity for our students to explore new interested while also learning more about their current interests. A Thrive Time Instructor position provides instruction and supervision to children ranging from ages 5-12. Students are split into even mixed age groups, as an instructor you will be responsible for the implementation of program of your own design and choice, that is approved by the school while also providing a balance between other programs offered. Experience and a strong passion for working with this age group is a must.
Requirements
- Desire and patience required to work with children from ages 5-12 is a must
- Flexibility and openness to a consistently changing environment is a must
- Previous experience teaching/directing/supervising children is a must
- Ability to manage a variety of ages and ability levels within a grouping of children
- Knowledge and awareness of group behaviour and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human migrations, ethnicity, and cultures
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to create positive relationships while establish rapport
- Ability to relate well within the demographic of students and their families
- Knowledge of principles and methods for lesson design, and instruction for individuals and groups
- Knowledge of human behaviour and performance; individual differences in ability, personality, and interests; learning and motivation
- An ethic of service to students, colleagues, and community to promote a welcoming, safe, and caring school and instructional environment
- Passion for sharing your expertise with children
- Must complete and pass a Vulnerable Sector Police Information Check or have completed one within the last 6 months (if offered employment and new to Thrive Elementary School)
Responsibilities
- Design and implement a unique, school-approved program
- Supervise and support mixed-age student groups
- Foster a positive, inclusive, and engaging environment
- Collaborate with other staff to provide a balanced offering of activities
- Provide instruction and supervision to children ranging from ages 5-12
- Implement a program of your own design and choice, that is approved by the school
- Provide a balance between other programs offered
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
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