Location and Start time:

1. Bala Avenue Community School (6 Bala Avenue, York, ON M6M 2E1) - Monday - Friday (3:00PM - 5:30PM)
   
2. Charles E. Webster Jr Public School (1900 Keele St, York, ON M6M 3X7) - Monday - Friday (3:00PM - 5:30PM)
3. Warren Park Jr Public School (135 Varsity Rd, York, ON M6S 4P4) - Fridays - (2:45PM - 5:30pm)

BGC Weston Mount Dennis & Lawrence Heights Club serves children and youth in the Weston Mount Dennis/ Lawrence Heights and surrounding communities providing social, physical, educational, creative, seasonal, and community support programs. We are looking for motivated people to facilitate our afterschool childrens program for the 2024-2025 school year for children ranging in age from 4 - 12 years old.

Responsibilities:

• Program Planning and Delivery:
  • Coordinate the planning and execution of the After-School Program for children and youth, ensuring alignment with Ontarios After School Program Guidelines for 2024/2025.
  • Develop and implement engaging physical education, recreational, and nutrition activities that cater to diverse learning styles and enhance participant development.
  • Plan, organize, and lead activities for children aged 4 to 12 years, ensuring they are safe, age-appropriate, inclusive, and skill-based.
• Stakeholder and Partner Engagement:
  • Identify and establish connections with local stakeholders and partners to enhance program delivery and community involvement.
• Supervision and Safety:
  • Supervise participants to promote safety, respect, conflict resolution, leadership, and life skills.
  • Ensure the safety and security of participants at all times, including maintaining health and safety standards, especially in food handling and preparation.
  • Respond to critical incidents in accordance with the Clubs policies and procedures.
• Staff and Volunteer Coordination:
  • Coordinate the participation of staff, volunteers, and placement students, fostering their contributions and ensuring they adhere to program standards.
  • Participate in staff training and orientation sessions to ensure all team members are equipped to fulfill their roles effectively.
• Administrative Duties:
  • Maintain accurate records and statistics, including weekly member attendance, and complete program reports, surveys, and interviews as per organizational guidelines.
  • Manage program materials, equipment, and resources, ensuring all supplies are in safe working condition and properly secured.
• Communication and Relationship Management:
  • Liaise with parents/guardians on issues relevant to their childrens participation and address any concerns promptly.
  • Maintain professional relationships with peers, members, volunteers, parents, and the public.
• Policy Enforcement and Conflict Resolution:
  • Enforce program policies and procedures, initiating disciplinary actions when necessary.
  • Handle conflicts and behavior management immediately using corrective techniques as discussed in training.
• Other Duties:
  • Complete additional tasks as assigned by the Program Coordinators and/or Community Directors.
  • Adapt to varying schedules, including after-school hours, PA Days, and occasional evenings for special events or training.
• Health and Safety Compliance:
  • Adhere to Health & Safety standards, including the Clubs Covid-19 Safety Protocols, to ensure a safe environment for all participants.

Qualifications:

• 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, 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
• Current Standard First Aid and CPR-C certification. (Mandatory)
• Police Reference Check (to be completed upon hiring)
• HIGH FIVE - Principles of Healthy Child Development training (asset)

BGC Weston Mount Dennis & Lawrence Heights Club encourages applications from the local community and from equity-seeking groups. We thank all applicants for applying, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

*Must be available to work Monday - Friday between 2:45PM 6:00PM (hours may vary depending on program location)

This is a contract position from August 26, 2024 June 27, 2025