Collingwood School·West Vancouver, British Columbia
The School Age Care Worker will facilitate activities for children ages JK-5 and ensure a safe, clean, and orderly environment. They are responsible for following licensing regulations, maintaining positive communication with parents, and supervising children during program hours.
Collingwood School is a gender-inclusive day school located on two campuses in West Vancouver, BC.
Our vision is socially responsible students pursuing passions for a better world.
We are committed to contributing positively to our local and global communities, environmental stewardship, and supporting the wellbeing, and inclusion of all people.
Through the pursuit of passions, students will find their unique purpose in the world.
At Collingwood, we seek faculty and staff who work together to ensure everyone feels a sense of belonging.
We are a vibrant community of passionate educators and learners, dedicated to excellence and continuous improvement.
We live our values of courage, curiosity and community to be in service of others and who are inspired by our mission to inspire and support young people for meaningful lives.
Be part of inspiring students to pursue their passions for a better world.
We are committed to advancing equity, diversity, and inclusion within our community and to fostering a barrier-free workplace.
We encourage applications from all qualified candidates, including Indigenous Peoples, Black people, people of colour, persons with disabilities, and individuals of all genders, gender identities, and sexual orientations, including members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community.
Collingwood recognizes that diversity enriches our learning environment and strengthens our ability to support and inspire students.
We welcome candidates who will contribute to the diversity of perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds within our school community.
Accommodation is available to applicants throughout the recruitment and hiring process.
If you require accommodation, please contact us, and we will work with you to meet your needs in accordance with applicable legislation.
We are looking for an experienced School Age Care Worker to join our Wentworth Campus.
This position will work within the school age care program and facilitate activities for children ages JK-5, predominantly in JK.
The ideal candidates will be passionate and committed educators who can demonstrate the ability to contribute to the many facets of school life.
It is a Temporary Contract position from September 8, 2026 to June 11, 2027 with the possibility of continuing in the future.
This position reports directly to the Director of External Programs.
Available shifts:
Junior Kindergarten Room (20 hrs/week) when school is in
Monday to Friday 12:45-4:00pm for JK and 4:00-4:45pm for K-5. Early Childhood Education required Eligible for benefits
Follow the licensing regulations and the School Age Care Handbook Interact directly with the children and staff members Assist with the planning and set up of the School Age Care program to ensure that the children have a variety of activities to choose from Establish and maintain positive communication with parents Maintain a neat, orderly, and clean environment, including all activity areas Ensure that all safety and supervision standards are implemented and maintained according to licensing and Collingwood requirements Release children only to those authorized by parent/guardian Maintain confidentiality of all information related to Collingwood School, the children, their families, and staff Maintain regular attendance, punctuality and professionalism at all times Ensure fire, earthquake and wildlife sighting drills are up to date Required qualifications: A valid Early Childhood Education Diploma/Certificate A valid First Aid certificate (Standard First Aid is preferred) Accountability, maturity and a high level of responsibility Minimum 2 years of experience working with children in a school or child care setting. Excellent management, organizational, interpersonal and relationship skills Creative flexibility and ability to work in a student-centered environment Ability to build collaborative and effective relationships with students, staff, parents and the community Canadian residency and legally entitled to work in Canada Our “Must Haves” Respect, dignity and inclusion for all members of the community Collaborative mind-set and courageous approach to adversity Demonstrated communications skills (oral and written) Creative “out-of-the-box” thinker Flexible and adaptable and embraces change Proven work ethic with utmost integrity Enthusiasm, eagerness and genuine interest in all aspects of the school’s success Self-awareness, with a desire for constant self-improvement (goal-oriented) We offer professional development opportunities, competitive salaries, health and wellness initiatives, along with one of the most beautiful locations in Canada to work! The range for this position is $21.13 to $23.78 per hour. Candidates with strong skills and experience may be considered for a higher starting salary. Please contact our Human Resources department at careers@collingwood.org for questions or further clarification regarding the salary range. Futures start here. If this role is a good fit, we would love to hear from you! Please submit a cover letter detailing your suitability for the position along with your resume, including three employment references, by August 7, 2026. We sincerely thank all applicants for your interest; however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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Candidates must hold a valid Early Childhood Education Diploma or Certificate and a valid First Aid certificate. A minimum of 2 years of experience working with children in a school or child care setting is required.
Market context
In British Columbia, school-age care workers are typically in demand where families need reliable before- and after-school support, especially in communities with growing child care needs. These roles are competitive because employers often look for an Early Childhood Education credential, current First Aid, and experience working with children in school or child care settings. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your certification dates and tailor your application to highlight relevant child supervision experience.