After School Snack Program Worker

ICES: Data, Discovery, Better Health; Toronto; On-site; CAD 16,000 - 17,000; Part time

Job summary

Albion Neighbourhood Services is seeking a part-time After School Snack Program Worker in Etobicoke, ON. The role involves planning and leading after-school activities for children aged 4–24, preparing snacks, and providing a positive, supportive presence throughout program hours.

You will oversee activities, assist with nutrition and safety measures, and ensure the environment remains safe and welcoming. Basic food hygiene and English communication are required, with first aid and safety

Qualifications

• Knowledge of basic food hygiene practices.
• Understanding health and safety requirements in a childcare setting.
• Current First Aid certification is preferred.
• Ability to safely lift and move supplies as needed.
• Familiarity with Fire prevention practices and Kitchen safety.
• Ability to follow Canada Food Guide when planning menus and snacks.
• Excellent written and verbal English communication.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan and lead after-school age-appropriate activities and snacks.
• Deliver the program's core components: homework, arts & crafts, nutrition activities, and physical activity.
• Supervise participants and maintain a positive, supportive environment.
• Model constructive social interaction and problem-solving.
• Keep the program space safe, clean, and stocked with supplies.
• Occasionally work evening shifts as needed.
• Record participant information and attendance in required systems.

Skills

Food hygiene

Health & safety

First aid

Safe lifting

Fire prevention

Canada Food Guide

English communication

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Department: BGC Albion
Position Type: Part-time, Non-Union, Contract (15 hours/week)
Wage: $20.26/hour + 4% vacation pay
Contract Period: September 2, 2026 – June 29, 2027
Schedule: Monday to Friday, 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Location: 21 Panorama Court, Etobicoke, ON

Position Summary

The After School Snack Program Worker helps plan and run after-school activities, trips, and events for children and youth aged 4–24 who live in north Etobicoke. You'll play a key role in the day-to‑day life of the program — from leading activities to preparing snacks to being a positive, encouraging presence for participants.

What You’ll Do

Program Delivery

• Plan and lead age-appropriate activities for after-school participants, in line with funder requirements
• Help deliver the program's three core components: homework and arts & crafts; snack preparation and nutrition activities; and sports and physical activities
• Supervise participants throughout after-school programming
• Help create a positive, creative, and emotionally supportive environment
• Model and teach positive social interaction and problem-solving skills
• Keep the program space safe, clean, and well-stocked with supplies
• Be available to work occasional evening shifts

Team Collaboration

• Report any challenges or emergencies to the Site Lead/Coordinator promptly
• Work collaboratively with the team to plan and deliver activities, events, and trips
• Identify your own training needs and growth opportunities
• Attend team and staff meetings

Administration

• Record and maintain participant information in Kidtrax
• Keep attendance records and site information up to date
• Record, maintain, and submit incident reports as needed
• Submit timesheets on time

Snack Program & Nutrition

• Plan, prepare, and help run the daily snack program
• Set up and clean up the site each day
• Help prepare and serve snacks
• Help maintain the cleanliness and safety of kitchen equipment
• Follow all policies on child protection, food hygiene, health and safety, and confidentiality, reporting concerns to the Program Manager
• Assist with grocery shopping for the program

Meetings

• Attend and actively take part in BGC staff meetings and special event meetings

What You’ll Bring

• Basic knowledge of food hygiene, health and safety, first aid, safe lifting, and fire prevention
• Ability to follow Canada's Food Guide when planning menus
• Located in or near the M9V postal code
• Experience delivering a nutrition or food preparation program involving children and youth
• Experience working or volunteering with culturally diverse children
• Experience supervising children and youth
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English
• Good organizational and interpersonal skills

Requirements

• Clear police record check (vulnerable sector)
• Current Emergency First Aid certificate
• WHMIS training/certification
• Food Handling certificate

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Albion Neighbourhood Services is committed to a healthy workplace that reflects the diverse community we serve. We strongly encourage applications from racialized persons, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, persons of diverse sexual orientations or gender identities, and other equity-seeking groups.

We are committed to inclusive, barrier-free hiring and will provide reasonable accommodation at all stages of the hiring process, in accordance with applicable legislation. Please let us know in advance if you require any accommodation.