Children's Program Mentor

Location and Start time:

1. Bala Avenue Community School (6 Bala Avenue, York, ON M6M 2E1)
2. Baycrest Public School (50 Ameer Ave, North York, ON M6A 2L3)
3. Charles E. Webster Jr Public School (1900 Keele St, York, ON M6M 3X7)
4. Fairbank Public School (2335 Dufferin St, Toronto, ON M6E 3S5)
5. Harwood Junior Public School (50 Leigh St, York, ON M6N 3X3)
6. Humber TCHC (121 Humber Boulevard South) - 3:00PM - 5:30PM
7. Silverthorn Community School (300 Kane Ave, York, ON M6M 3P1)
8. Warren Park Jr Public School (135 Varsity Rd, York, ON M6S 4P4)

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 children's' 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 Ontario's 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 Club's 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 children's 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 Club's 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