Part-Time Program Leader(1) Before & After School

Position Details

• Position Status: Part-time, September - June
• Pay Range: $24.35- $28.49 per hour (2026 Rate)
• Department: Recreation

Nature and Scope of the Position

The Before and After School Program Leader, under the supervision of the Manager of Recreation, is responsible for developing and teaching age-appropriate activities, providing a safe, warm and caring atmosphere for participants, enhancing participants social, emotional, cognitive, physical and language skills, and communicating with parents through daily drop-off and pick-up.

Major Responsibilities

• Responsible for the day-to-day operation of the assigned site Before School 6:15am – 9:15am After School 3:00pm – 6:30pm
• Responsible for the safety and supervision of program participants
• Takes an active role in planning and operation of a wide variety of fun, quality programs, keeping in mind the participants’ ages, preferences and safety factors
• Provides supervision of the Before and After School Program Assistant
• Supervise children ensuring safe and fun atmosphere at all times
• Maintain clean and tidy conditions at program site, both indoors and outdoors
• Administer minor First Aid if required and follow all safety procedures, including proper documentation
• Report damages or facility issues immediately to the Recreation Facilities Supervisor
• Completion of daily attendance sign-in and out
• Attend and participate in staff training meetings
• Modifies programs as needed to meet the needs of the children or environment
• Works cooperatively with team members and staff in other departments to ensure necessary workflow and coverage

Success Indicators

• Ensures compliance with and promotion of the 3 R’s: Respect yourself, Respect others, Responsibility for your actions
• Attend and participate in day staff training
• Ensures that children are safely supervised at all times throughout the day
• Maintains accurate and up-to-date records/paperwork at all times
• Follows proper procedures for uniform wear (Howick t-shirt)
• Provides support and back up to other staff in department as necessary
• Assists in establishing, maintaining and achieving goals, objectives and work plans
• Remains current on and adheres to corporate and departmental policies and procedures Teamwork safety guidelines and procedures
• Ensures own work is performed in a safe manner according to health and safety guidelines
• Engages with other professionals and associations to ensure Department is staying current with developments in the field
• Regular communication with other staff on site throughout the day

Public Relations Customer Service

• Demonstrates a strong customer service orientation for programs and services
• Provides superior customer service
• Communicates with parents/guardians on a regular basis. Responds to customer queries and requests
• Collects feedback from kids, parents and guardians
• Maintains open lines of communication with parents and staff and provide a high level of friendly, caring and professional service to students
• Maintains all necessary paperwork for the day-to-day operation of the site. This includes attendance, parent permission forms, journals, accident reports, incident reports, personal recommendations for final report

• Successful completion of annual WHMIS and Health and Safety Training
• Supervisor and Health and Safety Representative are notified of all Health and Safety concerns/incidents as they occur
• Consistently follows department and municipal policies and procedures
• Contributes positively to team dynamics
• Responds to internal and external inquiries in a timely and professional manner giving them the proper directions for the answer
• Promotes Before and After School programs in the community

Education

• Degree or Diploma in Early Childhood Education, Educational Assistant, Social Work, Personal Support Work or equivalent would be considered an asset
• Standard First Aid and CPR-C
• Must possess or be willing to take High-Five Certification courses

Experience

• Experience working with children
• Must provide a Vulnerable Sector Police Check

Skills

• Demonstrated knowledge of child supervision
• Demonstrated knowledge of roles and responsibilities under the Occupational Health and Safety Act
• The ability to work well on own and with others in a team setting
• Excellent customer service orientation and skills
• Strong interpersonal communication skills

Physical Effort & Working Conditions

Work is typically performed in a pleasant physical environment with occasional exposure to inclement weather. There are minimal exposure to hazards. Dealing with the public may cause some mental stress. There are constant interruptions and deadlines. May be required to work evenings and respond to emergency situations. Frequent requirement for light physical effort in assisting with and participating in activities and events. Some manual dexterity is required. Work generally has a low risk of injury.

Signatures Approvals

• Incumbent:
• Manager of Recreation
• Clerk-Administrator