After School Support - LTO - 10 hrs per week

Waterloo Region District School Board; Southwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An educational institution in Ontario is seeking Before and After School Support employees to assist in a play-based programming environment for young children. The role includes supervising children's play and supporting their development. Applicants should have a minimum of a high school diploma and prior experience with child supervision. This position offers an opportunity to positively impact children’s learning experiences.

Qualifications

• Prior experience supervising and supporting children in a positive and safe manner.

Responsibilities

• Follow the guidance of the DECE operating the extended day classroom.
• Support positive interactions among children, parents, and staff.
• Encourage children to communicate positively.
• Support the children’s exploration and play.

Skills

Positive supervision

Child interaction

Self-regulation support

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Waterloo Region District School Board

Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) serves approximately 65,000 students in 123 schools, as well as alternative and continuing education sites. WRDSB is committed to creating learning environments that support the achievement and well‑being of all students through partnering with staff, parents, families, caregivers and communities to promote success in learning and life.

Position Overview

The Waterloo Region District School Board is currently seeking applications for Before and After School Support (B.A.S.S.) employees. B.A.S.S. employees will work alongside a Designated Early Childhood Educator (DECE) to support play‑based programming for students in junior kindergarten to grade 6 who are registered in WRDSB’s Before and After school program to provide general student supervision.

Responsibilities

• Follow the guidance of the DECE operating the extended day classroom.
• Support positive and responsive interactions among children, parents, child care providers and staff.
• Encourage children to interact and communicate in a positive way and support their ability to self‑regulate.
• Support the children’s exploration, play and inquiry.
• Support child‑initiated and adult‑supported experiences.

  Mandatory Educational and Experience Requirements

  • Hold a minimum of a high school diploma, GED or equivalent level of educational attainment.
  • Prior experience supervising and supporting children in a positive and safe manner.

  Conditions of Employment

  • Valid Standard First Aid with CPR Level C/AED, or be ready, able and willing to obtain this training as a condition of employment.
  • Satisfactory Police Vulnerable Sector Check (PVSC) that is current within 5 years if currently employed with the WRDSB. Satisfactory PVSC that is current within 6 months for new employees.
  • Must complete the Licensed child care staff record requirements, including Region of Waterloo Public Health health assessment.

  Application

  Applications and supporting documentation stating qualifications and experience, and proof of Standard First Aid with CPR Level C/AED must be included in your portfolio.

  Notes

  The Successful Candidate will be required to provide a satisfactory Criminal Background Check including the Vulnerable Sector, which must be received in Human Resources prior to the commencement of employment. Please note, the Board does not assume any costs associated with the Criminal Reference Check.

  Social Insurance Number (SIN), date of birth, and proof of educational qualifications will be required at the time of an offer of employment.

  Equity and Inclusion Statement

  The Waterloo Region District School Board is committed to equity in employment. We are committed to fair and equitable hiring practices that allow us to hire qualified staff who reflect the diversity of the community we serve, who will foster the success and well‑being of our students and who demonstrate a commitment to equity and inclusion in the classroom.

  We actively encourage applications from members of groups with historical and/or current barriers to equity, including, but not limited to:

  • First Nations, Métis and Inuit peoples, and all other Indigenous peoples;
  • Members of groups that commonly experience discrimination due to race, ancestry, colour, religion and/or spiritual beliefs, or place of origin;
  • Persons with visible and/or invisible (physical and/or mental) disabilities;
  • Persons of marginalized sexual orientations, gender identities, and gender expressions.

  Vision

  Celebrating the gifts of each and every student by creating limitless opportunities for them to flourish, grow and become their best selves.

  Mission

  Creating learning environments where all students excel as they become skilled, caring, and compassionate global citizens.

  Strategic Directions

  • Centering students
  • Support for student and staff well‑being
  • Equitable opportunities and outcomes
  • Strengthen connections through family and community engagement
  • Increase student learning through engagement
  • Collaboration and compassion for transformation