After School Program Assistant, Junior School

Employment Terms : Part-time, Contract

Start Date : November 2024

Branksome Hall, a leading independent International Baccalaureate (IB) World School for girls challenges and inspires students to love learning and shape a better world.

Through the unique combination of wellbeing, outstanding academics and international mindedness, Branksome Hall students and employees become impactful leaders who give back to their communities.

With our values of Sense of Community, Inclusiveness, Creativity and Making a Difference as a foundation, Branksome Hall offers a strong liberal arts curriculum that develops critical thinking and inquiry skills.

The Opportunity :

For the 2024-25 academic year, we are looking for an After School Program Assistant on a contract working 15 hours weekly until Dec 18th, 2024 (with possibility of extension).

This position is responsible for assisting with overall routines, supervision, planning and implementation of activities for children 4-12 years of age.

The After School Program Assistant will have experience working with elementary-aged children and be familiar with age-appropriate activities.

The Program Assistant should be comfortable and confident interacting with parents as well as children. A positive attitude and enthusiasm to contribute to our program and ideally be interested in a career in teaching.

The hours for the position will generally be Monday to Friday from 3 : 00 p.m. - 6 : 00 p.m. during the academic year. Additional hours may be available on school Professional Activity Days, Teacher Conferences or other School Events.

Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to :

• Assist with overall routines, program planning and implementation in the after-school program;
• Assist with daily attendance records and liaise with parents and / or other caregivers;
• Assist with supervision of homework;
• Assist with supervision of outdoor play activities;
• Plan and prepare activities and crafts to meet the needs of the students enrolled;
• Escort children safely to and from after-school activities within the school campus;
• Communicate with parents and / or caregivers about their child and important information relevant to the program both in person and via phone calls;
• Operate the school entry system;

Maintain the After-Care spaces, including daily prep and clean-up

Assume responsibility for the supervision of the children in the absence of the Director of After School Program as required

Required Qualifications and Experience :

Experience working with groups of children, camp counsellor background is preferred

• Ontario College of Teachers certification or equivalent degree with Primary / Junior qualifications is highly preferred;
• A proven ability to have a caring rapport with students;
• Standard First Air & CPR certifications are required;
• Possess strong oral and written communication skills;
• Work independently with little direct supervision;
• Accept responsibility and is self-motivated;
• A positive attitude and ability to maintain a calm and professional demeanour;
• Alignment with Branksome Hall’s mission, vision and values;

Target Hiring Salary : $21 Hourly

Why Join Branksome Hall?

• Access to state of the art facilities and resources to support wellness, innovation and entrepreneurship such as the fitness centre, swimming pools, and makerspaces;
• A collaborative community with a commitment to the growth and development of employees with ongoing professional development and mentorship;

Opportunity to join a global network of IB educators with strong connections to the IB and active partnerships with international organizations.