BGC St. Alban's Club·Toronto, Ontario
The Program Mentor is responsible for planning and leading inclusive, safe, and age-appropriate activities for children aged 4-12. They must ensure participant safety through strict supervision, headcounts, and adherence to health and safety protocols.
Plan, organize and lead a group of children in a group setting. Ensure that you are creating a safe and enjoyable environment for participants. Create and facilitate fun, creative and inclusive activities for all participants. Ensure that all equipment and supplies are in safe working condition. Complete appropriate administrative tasks in a timely manner (ie attendances and head counts). Developing and planning programs for children between the ages of 4 and 12 years. Ensuring programs are safe, age-appropriate, non-competitive, inclusive, innovative and skilled-based in nature. Help to ensure the safety and security of the members and assist in responding to critical incidents as outlined in the Club’s policies and procedures. Maintain Health & Safety standards in accordance to the Club’s Covid-19 Safety Protocols. Participate in staff training and orientation sessions. Ensure the safety and supervision of participants at all times by strictly following guidelines and procedures. (ie headcounts) Dealing with conflicts and behavior management immediately using corrective techniques as discussed in training. Report to and takes direction from Program Manager and Supervisors. Do other related tasks as assigned. Maintain professional relationships with peers, members, volunteers, parents and other Club members. This position requires after school hours and may require PA Day or occasional evening hours for special events, training, etc.
Educational background applicable to the position. Experience working with children 4 to 12 years old. Strong skills in one or more of the following areas: sports, arts, swimming, recreation, education, health and nutrition. Ability to work as team members in a dynamic, complex environment. Strong supervision and program planning skills Good decision making and problem solving skills Covid-19 Vaccination Required. Current Standard First Aid and CPR-C certification. Police Reference Check (to be completed upon hiring) HIGH FIVE- Principles of Healthy Child Development training Contract Period: September 2026 - June 2027 HOURLY WAGE: $16.60-$17.60/hr Hours: Monday to Friday between the hours of approximately 3pm-6:00pm.
Candidates need an applicable educational background, experience with children, and certifications in Standard First Aid and CPR-C. A Police Reference Check and HIGH FIVE training are also required.
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