Program Leader, Beyond the Bell

Résumé du poste

The Program Leader is responsible for planning and facilitating after-school activities for children in grades 1-5, including tutoring, sports, and arts. They must maintain a safe environment while building positive relationships with children, parents, and school staff.

Détails du poste

Date Posted: September 10, 2026 Position Title: Program Leader, Beyond the Bell Location: Glenview Elementary School (7310 Cluff Rd, Prince George, BC V2K 2M3) Term: Casual Hours: 9 hours per week Shift: Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday from 2:15pm-5:15pm Start Date: October 01, 2026 End Date: N/A; however, the program goes on hiatus in late May or early June Salary: $18.25 per hour Reports To: Manager, Community Programs & Coordinator, Beyond the Bell Benefits: * Competitive vacation and paid sick time * Free YMCA Gym Membership+ Y@Home * Training and Professional Development Opportunities * Be part of a charitable organization that positively impacts the community *Some benefits may vary based on employment terms Nature & Scope At the YMCA BC, people are our greatest asset and we are proud to be an employer of choice. Working at the YMCA BC means you are part of a fun, positive team in an environment of honesty, caring, respect, responsibility, and inclusivity. The YMCA BC is committed to providing our community the support it needs to thrive through employment, youth services, and programming for families and seniors. We believe a vibrant, healthy community is one in which everyone feels a sense of belonging and connection. The YMCA Beyond the Bell Program is an after-school program for children grades 1-5 that provides tutoring, skills development, physical activity, and social engagement. The Program Leader position will follow the Beyond the Bell structure and curriculum, utilizing a 1 to 5 leader to child ratio, and instilling the Y’s core values of caring, respect, responsibility, honesty, and inclusivity. Children will be actively engaged in improving social, numeric and literacy skills while participating in sports, outdoor play, arts and crafts. Major Responsibilities- in this position, you will: * Leadership and program planning for children of grades 1-5 * Operating the program within the Y’s child behavior management guidelines * Building healthy relationships with children, parents, teachers, principals, janitors * Being a play partner and homework helper and enjoy interacting with children ages 6-11 * Assisting with implementation of educational programming, including interactive play, literacy, mathematics, science, building, drama, games, team building, daily physical activity, and sports * Encouraging a safe workplace and ensuring policies and procedures are followed Qualification-you bring: * Relevant experience, training, and education working or volunteering with children and youth * Strong communication skills, both spoken and written * Ability to work individually and in groups with diverse children and their families * Current First Aid and CPR Certificate (or willingness to obtain) * Successful candidate will be required to provide 3 satisfactory references * Successful candidates will be required to provide a current and satisfactory Criminal Record check with a Vulnerable sector search issued no later than six (6) months preceding the start date. About YMCA BC: By igniting belonging and championing health equity, YMCA BC strengthens the foundations of community. With over 3,000 employees and volunteers, YMCA BC serves 150,000 individuals of all ages, backgrounds and abilities across hundreds of service locations, from the Sunshine Coast to Fort St. John. As a charity, YMCA BC promotes equitable access to healthier outcomes by providing vital programs and services to help address many of our communities' most pressing social issues, including health and wellness, affordable child care and camps, mental health, employment services and community health. We believe there is potential inside all of us and envision vibrant, healthy and inclusive communities for all. YMCA BC is firmly committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging (EDIB). By taking an intersectional approach to our programs and services, the YMCA is committed to creating spaces and experiences where everyone feels safe, welcome, and like they belong. Learn more at ymcabc.ca. Application Process-ready to make a difference? We invite you to apply today and find your WHY! Internal Applicants: Please apply online to this position through the ADP Workforce Now Career Centre. (Myself/Talent/Career Centre) Application Deadline: Until filled * Please include any and all relevant certifications in your online application. You will receive an automated notification to confirm receipt of your application. * If short-listed for a position: We will contact, you to move forward to the next step. * If not selected for a specific posting: Continue applying for future positions matching your qualifications and interests. Note: Depending on the role, we may be required to prioritize internal applicants. At YMCA BC, we approach each hiring process individually, recognizing that people bring diverse experiences and strengths. If this opportunity speaks to you, we encourage you to apply—even if you don’t meet every listed qualification. Your unique background might be just what we’re looking for. And if this role isn’t the right fit, we hope you’ll continue exploring future opportunities with us that align with your skills and aspirations. YMCA BC is committed to creating an inclusive, accessible environment where all members of our community feel valued, respected, and supported. We encourage applications from the diverse communities in which we live and serve, including but not limited to people of colour, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity. We have established policies, procedures, and practices to meet accessibility standards throughout the hiring process. Should you require any accommodation throughout the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to contact our People Services department. Thank you for your interest and application.

Ce que vous ferez

The Program Leader is responsible for planning and facilitating after-school activities for children in grades 1-5, including tutoring, sports, and arts. They must maintain a safe environment while building positive relationships with children, parents, and school staff.

Exigences

Candidates should have relevant experience or training working with children and youth. A current First Aid and CPR certificate is required, along with a satisfactory Criminal Record check with a vulnerable sector search.

Avantages

• Competitive vacation • Paid sick time • Free YMCA gym membership • Y@Home • Training and professional development opportunities

Compétences indiquées

• Premiers soins · Souhaitée
• CPR · Souhaitée
• Leadership · Souhaitée
• Safety Compliance · Souhaitée
• Communication Skills · Souhaitée
• Team building · Souhaitée
• Relationship Building · Souhaitée

Autres compétences pertinentes

Relevées dans la description du poste. Confirmez les exigences importantes ci-dessus.

• Leadership
• Program planning
• Child behavior management
• Communication skills
• First aid
• CPR
• Literacy support
• Mathematics support
• Interactive play
• Team building
• Sports instruction
• Arts and crafts
• Relationship building
• Safety compliance
• ADP Workforce Now
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification
• First Aid Certification
• Planning
• Mental Health
• Management
• Child Behavior Checklists
• Communication
• Community Health
• Disabilities
• Health Equity
• Mathematics
• Team Building
• People Services
• Honesty

Domaines d’emploi

• Social Services
• Education
• Sports & Recreation
• Program Leader
• Program Officer
• Policy and Planning Managers
• Managers, All Other