After School Program Instructor (2 positions available)
Under the direction of the Resource Opportunities Centre, the Before & After School Program Instructor will:
- Plan and lead various introductory l
evel recreation programs (ie. Games, sports, crafts, etc) to children ages 5-12 years - Adapt all activities to meet the needs of program participants and implement program curriculum based on age group, skill level, location, equipment, etc
- Present activities in a way that is fun, engaging and develops the appropriate skills.
- Treat all students in a respectful, responsible and fair manner, responses appropriately to student initiated interactions and demonstrates fair judgment when coping with chaotic or conflicting situations.
- Employ standard health practices.
- Maintain confidentiality as the norm in all issues related to students and parents.
- Provide a safe and positive environment for all participants, ensuring safe rules are established according to policies and procedures set forward by the program.
- Document and communicate any incidents, accidents or damages while supervising the program, along with recording and reporting program attendance.
- Provide quality customer service and interact professionally with all program participants, co- workers, parents and the public.
Requirements for Hire:
- First Aid, CPR or willingness to obtain
- Successful screening through Child Abuse Registry.
- Must be legally entitled to work in Canada, must have resided in Nova Scotia at least six month prior to start of employment
- Experience leading children/youth in a recreation setting and designing program curriculum preferred.
- Note: proof of all of the above will be required.
Salary and Hours:
The hourly wage for this position is $14.95 ($14.38/hr + 4% vacation pay/hr). The hours for the After School Program Instructor are 2:30pm – 6pm (maximum) Monday to Friday. Daily end-time varies depending on number of children according to an instructor-student ratio; average of 12.5-15 hours per week. Additional hours will available during our Inservice Day Camps, March Break, Holiday Break, etc. Candidates with part time (4 days per week or less, just mornings or just afternoons) availability will also be considered.
Application Instructions:
Send resumes (including references) and cover letters by fax or e-mail (no phone calls).
Fax cover letters and resumes to
(Fax) 902-852-2867
Email cover letters and resumes to jobs@prospectcommunities.com
Application Deadline:
ASAP. Only successful applicants will be contacted for an interview
Work Location:
Prospect Road Community Centre – Hatchet Lake. Please note: The PRCC is NOT located on a public transit route.