Child Program Worker (2025-375-HB)

WoodGreen Community Services; Toronto; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 125,000; Part time

Job summary

A community support organization is looking for a Child Program Worker in Toronto. You will deliver educational programming for children with mothers in the Homeward Bound program while ensuring their safety. Ideal candidates have knowledge of child development, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work in a team. The position offers a casual work schedule with a salary of $20.25 per hour.

Qualifications

• Ability to work additional hours on school holidays.
• Understanding of community development and child-centred approaches.
• First Aid Certification is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning and delivering after-school activities.
• Provide age-appropriate activities for children.
• Ensure safety during off-site trips.

Skills

Knowledge of child development

Excellent communication

Problem-solving skills

Ability to work in a team

Job description

Work Setting: Onsite – Limited opportunities to work remotely

Salary: D - $20.25 per hour

Application Deadline: August 21, 2025 by 11:59 pm

Competition #2025-375-HB Child Program Worker (2025-375-HB) Employment Type: Casual Work Hours: 35 hours/week (M-F 9am-5pm) Work Setting: Onsite – Limited opportunities to work remotely Salary: D - $20.25 per hour Application Deadline: August 21, 2025 by 11:59 pm
Program Overview – Neighbourhood Programs, Homeward Bound
The incumbent of this position is responsible for ensuring the safety and facilitating enriched programming for children with mothers in the Homeward Bound program.This position is responsible to the Supervisors of Neighbourhood Programs to ensure the efficient operation of the Homeward Bound program and well-being of children.The incumbent of this position performs tasks of a confidential nature. This includes information regarding children and participants.

What You Will Do

• Assist with planning and delivering after-school activities which facilitate educational and life skills development.
• Provide spontaneous age-appropriate activities for children in the program.
• Escort children daily from various schools to our location (via walking).
• Help prepare and cook healthy snacks.
• Assist in overseeing the safety of the children for both off-site trips and in the onsite space (March break, PA Days, Summer break).
• Work in accordance with all relevant legislation, by-laws, program, and organizational policies.

What You Bring to the Team

• Ability to work additional hours on school holidays, including March Break and summer camp.
• Knowledge of child development and learning needs of children 4 – 12 years.
• Ability to work with children and parents who have experienced violence or homelessness, and some understanding of this population’s unique issues.
• Understanding of community development and child-centred approaches.

What Will Set You Apart

• Ability to work well in a team environment.
• Experience working with children with emotional or social challenges.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Flexible and able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven capacity to work one-on-one with children and relate to them in a non-judgmental and respectful way.
• First Aid Certification is considered an asset

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