After-School Recreation Care Job Profiles

Browse job profiles in after-school recreation care.

Refer to Types of Seasonal & Part Time Recreation Jobs for all wages.

Seasons

Fall, Winter, Spring

Districts

All

Job Summary

To plan, organize, and lead youth recreational programs.

Machines and Equipment Used

First aid kit, recreation and various office equipment.

Responsibilities

  • Plans, organizes and leads youth recreational programs suitable for youth registered in subscriber programs.
  • Follows the principles of healthy youth development in the planning and delivery of programs.
  • Provides instruction that will guide the youths development in the specified recreational activity.
  • Ensures the necessary equipment and supplies are available and operational prior to the start of the program and that equipment is returned to proper storage area at the end of the program.
  • Maintains attendance records.
  • Supervises participants in the program and provides feedback.
  • Assists in the evaluation and promotion of the program.
  • Interacts with participants, parents, staff and the public to provide program information.
  • Performs administrative tasks to support the program.
  • Takes action to deal with incidents, problems and emergencies and comply with Divisional Policies and Procedures.
  • Attends and participates in all meetings and training sessions.
  • Reports for duty wearing the proper uniform and is ready to work when the shift starts.

Qualifications

  • Must be minimum 16 years of age.
  • Experience working with youth populations representing the range of diverse communities in the City of Toronto.
  • Knowledge of and experience working with diverse communities and equity-seeking groups (ie: Women, People with Disabilities, GLBT, Race and Ethnic groups and Aboriginal).
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a valid Standard First Aid – CRP C Certification including infant and child cardiopulmonary resuscitation as recognized by WSIB.
  • You possess certification in Parks and Recreation Ontario’s Principles of Healthy Child Development (PHCD). This is a mandatory course that will be provided to you at no cost upon obtaining a conditional offer of employment. You will be provided with course dates and details at that time.

Job Summary

To plan, organize and lead activities for preschoolers (0-5 years) and/or children (6-12 years).

Machines and Equipment Used

First aid kit, recreation and various office equipment.

Responsibilities

  • Plans, organizes and leads activities for preschoolers and/or children.
  • Follows the principles of Healthy Child Development (HIGH FIVE®) in the planning and delivery of programs.
  • Monitors preschoolers and children’s participation in activities and provides feedback to participants to ensue positive experience.
  • Ensures the equipment and supplies meet Health and Safety standards, and are operational and stored away after use.
  • Performs administrative tasks to support the program.
  • Takes action to deal with incidents, problems and emergencies as outlined in Divisional policies and procedures.
  • Liaises with caregivers and respond to inquiries.
  • Attends and participates in meetings and training sessions.

Qualifications

  • Must be minimum 16 years of age.
  • Experience leading preschool and children’s activities.
  • Skills and knowledge in a program area such as; arts & crafts, games, sports, dance.
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a valid Standard First Aid – CRP C Certification including infant and child cardiopulmonary resuscitation as recognized by WSIB.
  • You possess certification in Parks and Recreation Ontario’s Principles of Healthy Child Development (PHCD). This is a mandatory course that will be provided to you at no cost upon obtaining a conditional offer of employment. You will be provided with course dates and details at that time.

Job Summary

To oversee the planning, direction and administration of multiple Ministry directed After-School Recreation Care (ARC) Programs for children (6-12 years) and/or youth (13-15 years) in a variety of locations.

Machines and Equipment Used

Personal vehicle, storage cart, various office equipment, keys to program storage equipment, first aid kit, various sports equipment, cleaning equipment (soap, rags, mop, bucket, broom, dustpan, garbage bags), health and safety equipment (goggles, gloves, apron, disinfecting wipes), kitchen tools: knives, bowls, mixers, peelers, oven, stove, microwave; tables, chairs, storage bins, storage cupboards, iPad, cell phone, craft products, glue gun, knitting needles, exacto knife.

Responsibilities

  • Oversees the planning, direction and administration of multiple ARC programs children and/or youth.
  • Assists in the selection, training, direction and evaluation of ARC staff and volunteers.
  • Oversees multiple ARC staff/locations, including pre and post ARC setup/take-down, and provides direction to staff.
  • Oversees the development of ARC program plans and schedules including planning and implementation of ARC-wide activities such as program planning, ordering materials and supplies, special event planning, enhanced program planning and the development of training materials.
  • Assists in the evaluation of programs and make recommendations.
  • Assists with the integration and support of ARC participants with special needs.
  • Ensures staff follow the Principles of Healthy Child Development (PHCD- HIGH FIVE®) in the planning and delivery of programs.
  • Ensures program facilities, equipment and supplies meet Health and Safety standards.
  • Performs administrative tasks to support the program, including recommendations on equipment and supplies.
  • Assists in the publicity and promotion of the programs.
  • Takes action to deal with incidents, problems and emergencies as outlined in Divisional policies and procedures.
  • Liaises with divisions/staff/public/caregivers and responds to inquiries.
  • Attends and participates in meetings and training sessions.

Qualifications

  • Must be minimum 16 years of age.
  • Post-Secondary Education or continuously enrolled in one or more of the following: Early Childhood Educators – Registered ECE, Ontario College of Teacher, Child and Youth, Social Worker, Recreation and Leisure, Psychology, Sociology or Kinesiology.
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a valid Standard First Aid – CRP C Certification including infant and child cardiopulmonary resuscitation as recognized by WSIB.
  • Experience working with Children/Youth in a leadership role and ability to supervise Children/Youth.
  • Experience working with youth populations representing the range of diverse communities in the City of Toronto.
  • Experience working with diverse Youth.
  • The ability to lift/carry equipment is required (weighing up to 20 kgs).
  • Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
  • The ability to oversee and provide direction to site leaders.
  • Fundamental knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and the ability to meet the specifications of these acts and any other related regulations that apply to this work.
  • Ability to work as part of a team in developing and delivering high quality programming to children. ARC/CLASP offers programs in accordance with the Ministry of Education’s Ontario’s Pedagogy for the Early Years “How Does Learning Happen”, the Child Care and Early Years Act, and the Principles of Healthy Child Development PHCD quality assessment program.
  • Possess a valid “G” class drivers licence and access to a vehicle.
  • You possess certification in Parks and Recreation Ontario’s Principles of Healthy Child Development (PHCD). This is a mandatory course that will be provided to you at no cost upon obtaining a conditional offer of employment. You will be provided with course dates and details at that time.

Job Summary

To plan, lead and organize Ministry directed After-School Recreation Care (ARC) Programs for children (6-12 years) providing on-site program direction.

Machines and Equipment Used

Various office equipment, keys to program storage equipment, first aid kit, various sports equipment, cleaning equipment (soap, rags, mop, bucket, broom, dustpan, garbage bags), health and safety equipment (goggles, gloves, apron, disinfecting wipes), kitchen tools: knives, bowls, mixers, peelers, oven, stove, microwave; tables, chairs, storage bins, storage cupboards, iPad, cell phone, craft products, glue gun, knitting needles, exacto knife.

Responsibilities

  • Plans, leads and organizes ARC programs for children.
  • Provides recommendations regarding training, and evaluation of ARC program leaders seasonally.
  • Follows the Principles of Healthy Child Development (PHCD – HIGH FIVE®) in the planning and delivery of programs.
  • Ensures that program facilities, equipment and supplies meet Health and Safety standards and that all MSDS sheets for products used on site are in the Health and Safety binder and are current.
  • Provides on-site direction and general guidance to staff.
  • Performs administrative tasks to support the program, including assisting the Community Recreation Programmer with the purchase of program supplies.
  • Documents attendance of children, as per the safe arrival policy, follows up with any child who has not arrived at program in a timely manner where their absence has not been accounted for, up to calling police and follows serious occurrence procedures if necessary. Completes reports as needed.
  • Follows daily program plan to ensure that children are getting planned physical activity, healthy food choices and nutritional information, wellness and personal health education and local programming.
  • Assists staff with the integration and support of ARC participants with special needs.
  • Takes action to deal with incidents, problems and emergencies as outlined in Divisional/City policies and procedures.
  • Interacts with staff and the public to provide program information.
  • Liaises with caregivers and responds to inquiries.
  • Liaises with Divisions/staff and the public.
  • Attends and participates in meetings and training sessions.

Qualifications

  • Must be minimum 16 years of age.
  • Post-Secondary Education or continuously enrolled in one or more of the following: Early Childhood Educators – Registered ECE, Ontario College of Teacher, Child and Youth, Social Worker, Recreation and Leisure, Psychology, Sociology or Kinesiology.
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a valid Standard First Aid – CRP C Certification including infant and child cardiopulmonary resuscitation as recognized by WSIB.
  • Experience working with Children in a leadership role and ability to supervise Children.
  • The ability to lift/carry equipment is required (weighing up to 20 kgs).
  • Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
  • The ability to oversee and provide direction to site leaders.
  • Fundamental knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and the ability to meet the specifications of these acts and any other related regulations that apply to this work.
  • Ability to work as part of a team in developing and delivering high quality programming to children. ARC/CLASP offers programs in accordance with the Ministry of Education’s Ontario’s Pedagogy for the Early Years “How Does Learning Happen”, the Child Care and Early Years Act, and the Principles of Healthy Child Development PHCD quality assessment program.
  • You possess certification in Parks and Recreation Ontario’s Principles of Healthy Child Development (PHCD). This is a mandatory course that will be provided to you at no cost upon obtaining a conditional offer of employment. You will be provided with course dates and details at that time.

Job Summary

To ensure the planning, organizing, implementation and delivery of the Ministry directed Community Leadership After School Program (CLASP) programs for youth (13-15 years) providing on site program direction.

Machines and Equipment Used

Various office equipment, keys to program storage equipment, first aid kit, various sports equipment, cleaning equipment (soap, rags, mop, bucket, broom, dustpan, garbage bags), health and safety equipment (goggles, gloves, apron, disinfecting wipes), kitchen tools: knives, bowls, mixers, peelers, oven, stove, microwave; tables, chairs, storage bins, storage cupboards, iPad, cell phone, craft products, glue gun, knitting needles, exacto knife.

Responsibilities

  • Plans, organizes and implements the theoretical component of the Youth Leadership (CLASP) program curriculum.
  • Coordinates the placement of Community Leadership After School Program participants in recreation programs and monitors and evaluates all activities and assignments.
  • Assists with the recruitment and evaluation of program participants.
  • Provides on-going support and feedback to participants and program staff.
  • Follows Daily Program plan to ensure that youth are getting planned physical activity, healthy food choices and nutritional information, wellness and personal health education and local programming.
  • Performs administrative tasks to support the program.
  • Documents attendance of participants, as per the safe arrival policy, follows up with the parents/guardian of any participant who has not arrived at program in a timely manner where their absence has not been accounted for, up to calling police and follow serious occurrence procedures if necessary. Completes reports as needed.
  • Ensures that program facilities, equipment and supplies meet Health and Safety standards and that all MSDS sheets for products used on site are in the Health and Safety binder and are current.
  • Interacts with caregivers, participants, program staff and the public to provide program information.
  • Assists in promoting, advertising and outreaching for the Community Leadership After School Program (CLASP).
  • Liaises with the Advisory Councils, Youth Outreach Workers, Community Agencies, Organizations, Sponsors, Neighbourhood Action Teams, Community Centre staff.
  • Assists the Community Recreation Programmer with the purchase of program supplies.
  • Assists with the integration and support of ARC participants with special needs.
  • Takes action to deal with incidents, problems and emergencies and complies with Divisional/City Policies and Procedures.
  • Attends and participates in meetings and training sessions.

Qualifications

  • Must be minimum 16 years of age.
  • Post-Secondary Education or continuously enrolled in one or more of the following: Early Childhood Educators – Registered ECE, Ontario College of Teacher, Child and Youth, Social Worker, Recreation and Leisure, Psychology, Sociology or Kinesiology.
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a valid Standard First Aid – CRP C Certification including infant and child cardiopulmonary resuscitation as recognized by WSIB.
  • Experience working with Youth in a leadership role and ability to supervise Youth.
  • Experience working with youth populations representing the range of diverse communities in the City of Toronto.
  • Experience working with diverse Youth.
  • The ability to lift/carry equipment is required (weighing up to 20 kgs).
  • Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
  • The ability to oversee and provide direction to site leaders.
  • Fundamental knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and the ability to meet the specifications of these acts and any other related regulations that apply to this work.
  • Ability to work as part of a team in developing and delivering high quality programming to children. ARC/CLASP offers programs in accordance with the Ministry of Education’s Ontario’s Pedagogy for the Early Years “How Does Learning Happen”, the Child Care and Early Years Act, and the Principles of Healthy Child Development PHCD quality assessment program.
  • You possess certification in Parks and Recreation Ontario’s Principles of Healthy Child Development (PHCD). This is a mandatory course that will be provided to you at no cost upon obtaining a conditional offer of employment. You will be provided with course dates and details at that time.