Before and After School Group Leader

Job summary

Group Leaders are responsible for planning and leading recreational activities while maintaining a safe and inclusive environment for children. They also assist with homework and collaborate with staff to support positive student behavior.

Job details

Position Overview Group Leaders support the daily operation of the Before & After Care Program, providing a safe, engaging, and inclusive environment for children. This role includes planning and leading recreational activities, assisting with homework time, supporting positive behaviour, and working collaboratively with other staff to create a welcoming and caring program for students and families. Requirements Minimum one (1) year of experience working with children in a child care, school, camp, or recreation setting Knowledge of recreational programming and child development Strong communication and teamwork skills High School Completion Certificate (or equivalent) Assets Valid First Aid/CPR Certification Post-secondary coursework in Child & Youth Care, Early Childhood Education, Recreation, or a related field Experience in culturally sustaining and inclusive programming Hours of Work Morning shift: 7:45 – 8:45 am Afternoon shift: 2:30-5:45pm Potential for additional hours (professional development days, early dismissals, etc.)

What you’ll do

Group Leaders are responsible for planning and leading recreational activities while maintaining a safe and inclusive environment for children. They also assist with homework and collaborate with staff to support positive student behavior.

Requirements

Candidates must have a High School Completion Certificate and at least one year of experience working with children in a relevant setting. Knowledge of child development and recreational programming is required, with First Aid/CPR certification considered an asset.

Listed skills

• Teamwork · Preferred
• First Aid · Preferred
• CPR · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Child care
• Recreational programming
• Child development
• Communication
• Teamwork
• First Aid
• CPR
• Inclusive programming
• Homework assistance
• Behavior management
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification
• First Aid Certification
• Planning
• Working With Children
• Child Development

Job areas

• Education
• Social Services
• Sports & Recreation
• After School Group Leader
• Middle / High School Teacher (Other)
• Secondary Education Teachers
• Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education