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Casual After School Program Assistant

Macaulay Child Development·Toronto, Ontario

CA$22 - CA$22/hr·Casual·On Site·2-5 yrs·
Posted 1 month ago
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About the role

The assistant supports the program lead in delivering a high-quality after-school program for children aged 4-12. Key duties include supervising safety, assisting with homework, and implementing educational and physical activities.

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Helping kids, families and communities thrive since 1932. www.macaulaycentres.org [http://www.macaulaycentres.org/]

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Casual After School Program Assistant

Start date/Term

September 8, 2026 - June 30, 2027

Number of positions: 6

VACANCY: New Vacancy

Reports to: Supervisor, Community Support and Prevention Services

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Position summary

The Casual After School Program Assistant maintains safety, and supports the program lead in providing a consistently well-run, high quality program.

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Responsibilities

  • Assist in an After School Program for school-age children (4-12 years) based on the guidelines provided.
  • Supervise children to protect their safety and personal well-being at all times while in the program.
  • Prepare healthy snacks according to the healthy eating guidelines provided.
  • Work as part of a team.
  • Assist and support children to complete homework and other academic activities (in groups and one-to-one).
  • Offer and engage in a physical activity program outdoors, or indoors when required.
  • Assist in implementing art, STEM, nutrition, cooking, anti-bullying, and health information activities, social skills, and other curriculums as required.
  • Maintain up-to-date program records, including attendance,
  • Assist in creating weekly program plans
  • Communicate with parents/caregivers and teachers on a daily basis, providing updates about the children.
  • Offer online programs as required.
  • Set up and prepare classrooms according to the policies and guidelines provided.

Qualifications

  • 2 years’ experience working with school age children in a recreation or academic setting.
  • Excellent communication skills.
  • Excellent written and spoken English.
  • Strong academic skills and ability to help with homework (Kindergarten to grade 6).
  • Ability to lead physical activity, health, nutrition and social skills activities
  • Ability to prioritize
  • Experience working with children with extra support needs an asset.
  • Knowledge of nutrition and healthy eating.
  • Food handler’s certificates an asset.
  • High Five (Principles of Healthy Child Development) Training Certificate is required.
  • Computer coding and experience with Scratch and Python is an asset.
  • Occupational Health and Safety (WHMIS) certificate required.
  • Current certification in Standard First Aid/ CPR Level C required.
  • Acceptable Vulnerable Police Record Check.

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SALARY: After School Program Assistant

Hourly Rate

$21.75

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This position is not within the cupe local 2563 bargaining unit.

Internal candidates

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External candidates

  • Apply through the Macaulay Job Opportunities Page at https://macaulaycentre.org/opportunities/job-opportunities/Career opportunities
  • Macaulay Centres for Children [https://macaulaycentres.org/about/career-opportunities/]

Date Posted: July 2, 2026

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Macaulay Centres for Children values the diversity of people and communities and is committed to excellence and inclusion. We welcome qualified individuals who contribute to the diversity of our staff group.

Macaulay Centres for Children offers accommodation for applicants with disabilities in its recruitment process. If you are contacted by the agency regarding a career opportunity, please advise if you require accommodation.

We thank all applicants for their interest in our organization, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

This document is available in alternate formats upon request.

Macaulay Centres for Children is committed to service and employment equity.

Requirements

Candidates need 2 years of experience with school-age children and certifications in High Five, Standard First Aid/CPR Level C, and WHMIS. Strong academic skills and a clear Vulnerable Police Record Check are also required.

  • professional certificate
  • Communication Skills
  • First Aid
  • Python
  • CPR
  • WHMIS
  • Program Planning
  • Classroom Management
  • Nutrition Knowledge
  • Child Supervision
  • Academic Support
  • Scratch
  • Physical Activity Leadership
  • STEM Implementation

Posting details

Employment type
Casual
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Salary
CA$22 - CA$22/hr
Location
Toronto, Ontario
Posted
Jul 2, 2026
Application
Employer website
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Hiring organization

Macaulay Child Development

Macaulay Centres for Children is a dynamic charitable organization committed to helping all children reach their full potential and thrive. Knowing that the best way to help a child succeed is to also support the child’s family and community, we offer programs and services for...

Salary listed on 15 jobs
IndustryNon-profit Organization Management
TypeNonprofit
Size201-500 employees
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