Out of School Care Leader

Job summary

The Out of School Care Leader plans and implements developmentally appropriate activities for children aged 6 to 12 in an inclusive environment. They are responsible for direct supervision, ensuring child safety, and maintaining regular communication with families and staff.

Job details

Internal/External Posting Position Title: Out of School Leader Classification: Non-Union Type of Position: Part Time Conditions of Work: On-Site Overview: Kiwassa Neighbourhood House grows a welcoming and inclusive community in the vibrant Hastings-Sunrise and Grandview-Woodland neighbourhoods of East Vancouver, Located on the traditional, unceded and occupied territories of the Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish), Səlílw̓ətaʔ/Selilwitulh (TsleilWaututh), and xʷməθkwəyə̓ m (Musqueam) Nations. Job Summary: We are seeking one enthusiastic and experienced After School Leader for a part-time contract position at Kiwassa Neighbourhood House (2425 Oxford Street). This position is for 15 hours a week. Shifts will be between 2:30 pm – 5:30 pm, Monday – Friday OR 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm, Monday - Friday. The Out of School Care Leader supports Kiwassa’s vision to grow a welcoming and inclusive community through building safe and engaging spaces to learn and grow. The Leader plans and provides hands-on activities and care for participants in a multicultural, inclusive after school program and is responsible for: developmentally appropriate activity planning for a group of children ages 6 to 12, direct supervision and evaluation of children, incident reporting and communication with families and caregivers. Children’s programming at Kiwassa works directly with vulnerable children with high needs often working with learning challenges as a result of trauma and/or insecurities due to food, housing or settlement. Duties and Responsibilities: * Works with staff team and coordinator to develop curriculum and implement activities and experiences for individual and group needs of all children within a consistent child centred program environment * Creates and maximizes a healthy and safe place for children * Assess needs and abilities and ensures activities are developmentally appropriate and inclusive * Refers to or consults with the Children’s Program Coordinator when necessary * Prepares and serves program snacks/lunch to children as required * Ensures children’s safety * Reports critical incidents as required * Upholds safety standards as per Kiwassa requirements * Ensures all policies and procedures pertaining to facility are followed * Maintains positive and regular communication with parents, caregivers and family support worker regarding development * Maintains relationships with external resources, school and KNH staff members * Purchases supplies within budget and Kiwassa standards * Maintains program and participant records * Provides updates and reporting as required * Other duties as assigned Reporting Relationships The position reports to the Out of School Care Coordinator and Youth and Childcare Manager Qualifications: Education and Knowledge * One-year recent related experience * Emergency Child Care First Aid (or ability to obtain in within the first 90 days of employment) * Applicants must be a minimum of 19 years of age on their first day of work Salary: $25.17/hour Closing Date: November 1, 2026 We strongly encourage applications from and prioritize from diverse backgrounds and experiences, including folks with disabilities, Indigenous people, racialized people and 2SLGBTQIA+ folks. We encourage, though don’t require, folks of these identities to indicate this on their cover letter.

What you’ll do

The Out of School Care Leader plans and implements developmentally appropriate activities for children aged 6 to 12 in an inclusive environment. They are responsible for direct supervision, ensuring child safety, and maintaining regular communication with families and staff.

Requirements

Candidates must have at least one year of recent related experience and be at least 19 years of age. An Emergency Child Care First Aid certification is required or must be obtained within the first 90 days of employment.

Listed skills

• record keeping · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Supervision · Preferred
• Conflict Resolution · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Child care
• Activity planning
• Supervision
• Incident reporting
• Communication
• Curriculum development
• Safety standards
• Record keeping
• Budget management
• Conflict resolution
• Inclusive programming
• Planning
• Incident Reporting
• Prioritization
• Enthusiasm
• Safety Standards
• First Aid
• Care Coordination
• Trauma Care
• Disabilities
• Family Support

Job areas

• Social Services
• Education
• School Leader
• Family / School / General Case Manager
• Social Work and Counselling Professionals
• Child, Family, and School Social Workers