After-School Program Leader

A place to grow, learn, and make an impact.

Sir James Douglas Out of School Club is looking for a passionate, professional, and engaging After-School Program Leader to join our team Monday - Friday 2:00pm-5:30pm October to June (with possibility to renew contract for summer and 2026/27 school year).

Working in partnership with two other program leaders and the Team Lead, you will plan, organize and facilitate fun and inclusive programs that focus on social and emotional growth.

Our centre celebrates children's unique abilities and works at every level to create an inclusive space where all children can meaningfully participate. We expect team members to demonstrate they are approachable, proactive, patient, and reliable. We take pride in providing our staff with hands-on support, enhanced staff-to-child ratios, and ongoing opportunities for learning.

After-School Care - 2:00-5:30pm

Candidate must be available Monday - Friday

About Us

Sir James Douglas Out of School Club is a childcare centre committed to providing high-quality programs that foster belonging, well-being, and growth. Our team operates from a place of reflective practice, open communication, and collaboration.

The Opportunity

• Were a highly team-oriented program! Together, with 2-3 other enthusiastic members of our childcare team, youll supervise a group of 24-29 children in the after-school program.
• Interested in art, Lego, cooking or anything else fun? Were expecting your creativity to shine in your programming. Youll have plenty of opportunity to incorporate your own interests and unique ability to enrich the children's experience in the program by planning and running activities and daily schedules.
• Youll attend daily team meetings to ensure were accomplishing our goals, and that youre feeling supported as a valued member of the team. Here well also regularly run through program policies and child care licensing requirements.
• Part of working with children is making a difference in their lives. Youll take pride in your work by helping children work through big feelings, social conflict, and guiding them towards independence. Youll also communicate with families and parents about each childs unique challenges and accomplishments.
• No task is too small. We work as a team to accomplish general housekeeping such as serving a snack daily, sanitizing furniture, stacking chairs, sweeping, and occasionally helping with laundry and dishes, etc.
• We care about our families - a lot. We offer an open-door environment where families are welcome to participate in and observe our programs at drop off and pick-up. Youll be expected to communicate with parents and caregivers about the daily activities, goals, development, ect. of their children as it relates to their involvement in the program.
• Confidence is key. Were looking for someone able to confidently lead a room and hold the attention of a group of 24-29 children. As long as youre open and willing to learn, we can teach you new skills and best practices.

Requirements

For this position, you must...

• Be 19 years of age or older
• Have a passion for working with children (prior experience in licensed childcare is preferred, but not mandatory)
• Be available to work Monday through Friday, between the hours of 2:00 - 6:00 PM
• Possess at least one of the following:

1. Responsible Adult Certification

2. ECE or ECEA Certification

3. Completed university level course in child studies

• • Priority may be given to a candidate who possesses an ECE or ECEA certification
• Clear a criminal record check
• Have (or be willing to obtain) your First Aid & CPR level C
• Be able to provide two professional references
• Have a positive attitude and the ability to adapt and adjust plans quickly to meet the needs of children

Some Perks

Working directly with children, youll have an opportunity to make a real impact in their daily lives. It can be a difficult, but rewarding job where youll get to make a genuine difference. Youll join a fun, passionate and supportive team of other childcare professionals. Were a social bunch, who love to celebrate our successes and hard work by hosting staff events like laser tag, sports games, movie nights, BBQs and more.

• Enhanced staff-to-child ratio's.
• Paid sick and wellness days.
  
• Regular staff appreciation (gifts, coffee, lunches, ect).
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• Mental Health Employee Assistance Program.
• $200.00/ year in health spending.
  

You can learn more about our programs at www.sjdosc.com.