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About the Role

This position is responsible for assisting with overall routines, supervision, planning and implementation of activities for children between 4-12 years of age. The After School Program Assistant will have experience working with elementary-aged children and be familiar with age-appropriate activities. The Program Assistant should be comfortable and confident interacting with both children and parents.

Responsibilities

• Assist with overall routines, program planning and implementation in the after-school program
• Assist with daily attendance records and liaise with parents and/or other caregivers
• Assist with supervision of homework
• Assist with supervision of outdoor play activities
• Plan and prepare activities and crafts to meet the needs of the students enrolled
• Escort children safely to and from after-school activities within the school campus
• Communicate with parents and/ or caregivers about their child and important information relevant to the program both in person and via phone calls
• Operate the school entry system
• Maintain the After-Care spaces, including daily prep and clean-up
• Assume responsibility for the supervision of the children in the absence of the Director of After School Program as required

Requirements

• 2+ years of experience working with groups of children
• Experience leading children in a camp, educational, or recreational setting is a strong asset
• Standard First Aid & CPR certifications are required
• Possess strong oral and written communication skills
• Work independently with little direct supervision
• Accept responsibility and is self-motivated
• A positive attitude and ability to maintain a calm and professional demeanour
• Alignment with Branksome Hall’s mission, vision and values

Skills

• Caring rapport with students
• Oral and written communication skills

Location

• Toronto, Ontario

Work Type

• Part-Time
• Contract
• Onsite

Experience Level

• 2+ years of experience working with groups of children

Education Level

• Ontario College of Teachers (OCT) certification or equivalent degree with Primary/Junior qualifications
• Registered Early Childhood Education (RECE) designation
• Equivalent combination of education and experience

Salary/Compensations

• $22.50 per hour

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Generous vacation
• Taxable lunch benefit
• Health & dental benefits
• Pension plans, including contributions to the Ontario Teachers’ Pension Plan (OTPP) for eligible employees
• Ongoing professional development
• Mentorship
• Access to state-of-the-art facilities and resources for wellness, such as the Athletics and Wellness Centre

About the Company

• Branksome Hall is a leading IB World School for girls in Toronto, with more than 900 students and 230 colleagues.
• Our core values include Sense of Community, Inclusiveness, Creativity, and Making a Difference.
• We are committed to innovation, collaboration, and creativity.
• Learn more at branksome.on.ca.

Equal Opportunity

• Branksome Hall is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all candidates who meet the minimum requirements for the position.
• Branksome Hall is strongly committed to diversity, equity and inclusion within its community and welcomes applications from racialized persons/persons of colour, Indigenous/Aboriginal People of North America, persons with (dis)abilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas, and champion diversity in its broadest sense.
• Accommodations are available upon request for candidates engaging in all parts of the recruitment and selection process at Branksome Hall.