Internal and External Posting Position Title: Out of School Care Team LeadClassification: Non-UnionType of Position: Permanent, part time (21 hr/wk) Conditions of Work: On-SiteOverview: Kiwassa Neighbourhood House grows a welcoming and inclusive community in the vibrant Hastings-Sunrise and Grandview-Woodland neighbourhoods of East Vancouver, Located on the traditional, unceded and occupied territories of the Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish), Səlílw̓ ətaʔ/Selilwitulh (TsleilWaututh), and xʷməθkwəyə̓ m (Musqueam) Nations.Job Summary: We are currently seeking a passionate, enthusiastic, and experienced Out of School Care Team Lead to work in and enhance high-quality and sustainable childcare programs. This role will focus on supporting planning activities, organizing staff, and implementing activities and experiences for an inclusive, child-centered Out of School Care Program. This role will connect and collaborate with the Childcare Manager, and the Out of School Care Coordinator to develop the program, implement activities, and obtain program supplies. This program is working in program with Before and After School Care September to June and expected to have full-time 35 hours per week between July and August and support with Summer Camp. The usual hours of work for this program will be 2 pm – 6 pm Monday through Friday. Kiwassa embraces internal movement and training, we would encourage everyone to apply. On the job training and qualifications are provided for preferred candidates. While we appreciate everyone who applies, only those shortlisted will be contacted for an interview. Duties and ResponsibilitiesPlans and implements activities and experiences for individual and group needs of children with consideration for multicultural, inclusive, child-centred and developmentally appropriate activitiesOrganizes supplies and maintains supplies necessary for running a successful programOversees the day-to-day operation of the program by ensuring that the necessary facilities and equipment are in place, program guidelines and policies are adhered to, and program standards and licensing requirements are metStay up to date with new techniques and activities, collaborates with Childcare and Youth Manager to implement innovative and appropriate activities to engage participantsRecruits, selects, dismisses, orients, trains, monitors and provides support to program volunteersMaintains positive and regular communication with parents, educators, and family support worker regarding developmentMaintains relationships with external resources, school and KNH staff membersMaintains open communication with families regarding attendance, pick up and drop off, and any behavioural concerns during the dayFacilitates pre-and-post-shift team discussionsCollaborates with licensing that childcare safety standards are being upheldUpholds safety standards as per Kiwassa requirementsEnsures all policies and procedures pertaining to facility are followedProvides updates and reporting as requiredOther duties as assignedReporting Relationships The position reports to the Childcare Manager and the Out of School Care Coordinator. The Team Lead will work with a team of 1 to 3 additional after school care staff. Qualifications: Education and KnowledgeDiploma in a related human/social service field or an equivalent combination of education and experienceEarly Childhood Educator Certificate an asset Training and ExperienceTwo years recent related experienceEmergency Childcare First Aid or ability to obtain during the first 3 months of employmentCriminal Record CheckSalary: $27.17/per hour plus any applicable Wage EnhancementWe strongly encourage applications from and prioritize from diverse backgrounds and experiences, including folks with disabilities, Indigenous people, racialized people and2SLGBTQIA+ folks. We encourage, though don't require, folks of these identities to indicate this on their cover letter.
