After School Youth Program Instructor

Résumé du poste

The Youth Program Instructor is responsible for planning and delivering engaging activities for children and youth while ensuring participant safety. They must also manage group behavior, maintain inventory, and communicate effectively with parents and guardians.

Détails du poste

The YMCA of Northeastern Ontario has been serving our local communities for over 180 years and we are committed to supporting our local families, children, adults, youth and seniors in our various programs and services today. At the YMCA, our values and purpose drive everything that we do. As a charity, we’ve championed values of empathy, health, trustworthy, inclusiveness, respect and responsibility. Helping people develop a healthy spirit, mind and body and inspiring a sense of social responsibility is the cornerstone of our legacy of caring. To learn more about our programs and services offered please visit our website. This job posting is for an existing vacancy and is intended to fill a current position within our organization. We are currently looking for a Youth Program Instructor to join our team of committed professionals. This Part Time position within the Association is located at our Silver Birches, Ferris Glen, and East Ferris After School Program sites. Under the leadership of the Supervisor of Recreational Programming or the Manager of Day Camps & Community Development, the Youth Program Instructor is responsible for program planning and delivery to ensure participant satisfaction. The ideal candidate for this position is dynamic, able to work as part of a progressive team, enjoys working with children and youth, and is capable of managing multiple tasks. START DATE As Soon As Possible LOCATION North Bay, ON RATE OF PAY $17.60 HOURS 4-20 Hours / Weekly SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS Possession of an Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) preferred *for education completed outside of Canada, applicants are required to submit a WES with their application Current Standard First Aid and CPR C Experience working/leading group activities Excellent verbal and written communication skills Excellent interpersonal skills Bilingualism in both official languages considered an asset Current and Satisfactory Police Record Check with Vulnerable Sector MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES Program, plan, and implement activities Supervise, engage and participate with the program participants in group activities Apply behavior management training techniques with the program participants Ensure the safety of all participants, property, staff and volunteers by established practices and procedures Maintain the inventory of required supplies and request more when needed Communicate with parents/guardians on a daily basis Build relationships with members and guests, and promote the YMCA as a charitable organization What We Offer As a charity and community-based organization, we know how important connection and wellness is, and we offer a workplace that invests in people. We provide: Free YMCA membership + 10% off family membership Paid personal/sick days Employee & Family Assistance Program with counselling, coaching, legal + financial supports YMCA Federation Pension Plan Mileage reimbursement Team events + staff recognition Learning & development opportunities Flexible hours + hybrid work options (role dependent) HOW TO APPLY If you would like to work in a family friendly environment, please apply, by website only, with a cover letter and resume by September 14, 2026 to the attention of: Personnell Committee Please ensure that your cover letter and resume both specify the job title of the position that you are applying for. All applicants are thanked for their interest in this position. However, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. If contacted and you require a disability related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, you must advise the Human Resources Department. Please note that successful candidates will be required to submit a current and satisfactory Police Record with Vulnerable Sector Check for review prior to starting employment. Police records are reviewed on an individual basis, and any offences are considered in relation to the nature of the position and its responsibilities, particularly in working with children and vulnerable populations. A positive record does not automatically disqualify a candidate from employment. Please note that candidates invited for an interview will be required to submit three professional references. YMCA of Northeastern Ontario is an equal opportunity employer that is dedicated to maintaining a fair and equitable work environment. All of our employees and job applicants will be promoted or employed solely on the basis of their abilities and qualifications. Educational credentials completed outside of Canada require an Educational Evaluation along with your credentials. If you do not have an evaluation document, please visit https://www.wes.org/ca/. or https://www.icascanada.ca. Applications submitted without an evaluation document may not be considered.

Ce que vous ferez

The Youth Program Instructor is responsible for planning and delivering engaging activities for children and youth while ensuring participant safety. They must also manage group behavior, maintain inventory, and communicate effectively with parents and guardians.

Exigences

Candidates should possess an Ontario Secondary School Diploma and have experience leading group activities. A current Standard First Aid and CPR C certification, along with a satisfactory Police Record Check with Vulnerable Sector, are required.

Avantages

• Free YMCA membership • 10% off family membership • Paid personal/sick days • Employee & Family Assistance Program • YMCA Federation Pension Plan • Mileage reimbursement • Team events • Staff recognition • Learning & development opportunities • Flexible hours

Compétences indiquées

• written communication · Souhaitée
• safety procedures · Souhaitée
• Child supervision · Souhaitée
• interpersonal skills · Souhaitée
• Gestion des stocks · Souhaitée
• Relationship Building · Souhaitée

Autres compétences pertinentes

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

• Program planning
• Group activity leadership
• Behavior management
• Verbal communication
• Written communication
• Interpersonal skills
• Child supervision
• Safety procedures
• Inventory management
• Relationship building
• Empathy
• Parent Communication
• Behavior Management
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification
• First Aid Certification
• Planning
• Working With Children
• Communication
• Community Development
• Educational Evaluation
• Leadership
• Interpersonal Communications
• Coaching
• Trustworthiness

Domaines d’emploi

• Social Services
• Education
• Sports & Recreation
• After School Program Instructor
• Middle / High School Teacher (Other)
• Secondary Education Teachers
• Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education