Flex Academy: Out Of School Educator

ACSIWC; Kelowna; Hybrid; CAD 36,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

Flex Academy, a division of HCOS, is seeking an Out of School Educator to develop and lead the Sparks After School Care program and related camps in a supportive learning environment.

You will create engaging activities, foster positive peer connections, and maintain open communication with families while ensuring programs meet licensing requirements and reflect HCOS values.

Qualifications

• Experience planning activities for children.
• Must have a valid First Aid certificate (Emergency Child Care First Aid & CPR).
• Food Safe Certification.
• Responsible Adult Certification or willingness to obtain employer funded certificate.
• Collaborative and team-oriented.
• Teachable, humble, self-reflective, and encouraging.
• Creative and Innovative.
• Intrinsically motivated, diligent, adaptable, and solutions-oriented.
• Eager to think beyond traditional modalities of education and to be a part of creating something new.
• Relationally Competent.
• Demonstrated strength in emotional intelligence and interpersonal awareness.
• Proficiency with, or a willingness to learn, Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook), Google Workspace (Docs, Slides, Forms).
• Commitment to continuous professional and personal development.
• Strong problem solving and conflict resolution skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, plan, and facilitate the Flex Academy Sparks After School Care Program in a creative, engaging, and supportive manner.
• Develop, plan, and facilitate the Sparks Kids Camps during Professional Development Days and School Breaks.
• Develop engaging learning and play opportunities for students.
• Develop and maintain a relational atmosphere where students experience connection with one another and staff in a safe and creative learning space.
• Listen and respond to families, staff, and stakeholders using professional etiquette to maintain timely and supportive communication with families.
• Ensure activities, spaces, and procedures are in line with Interior Health licensing requirements for after school care.
• Adhere to HCOS processes and policies, developing and implementing all programs in alignment with the values and ethos of HCOS: Flex Academy.

Skills

Planning activities

Collaboration

Communication skills

Creative thinking

Emotional intelligence

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Job description

Flex Academy (a division of HCOS) : Website

As an Out of School Educator, your duties and responsibilities will include:

Develop, plan, and facilitate the Flex Academy “Sparks” After School Care Program in a creative, engaging, and supportive manner.

Develop, plan, and facilitate the Flex Academy “Sparks” Kids Camps during Professional Development Days and School Breaks.

Develop engaging learning and play opportunities for students.

Develop and maintain a relational atmosphere where students experience connection with one another and with staff in a safe and creative learning space.

Listen and respond to families, staff, and stakeholders using professional etiquette to maintain timely and supportive communication with families.

Ensure activities, spaces, and procedures are in line with Interior Health licensing requirements for after school care.

Adhere to HCOS processes and policies, developing and implementing all programs in alignment with the values and ethos of HCOS: Flex Academy.

Job Requirements

We are looking for someone who has the following qualities:

Experience planning activities for children.

Must have a valid First Aid certificate (e.g., Emergency Child Care First Aid & CPR)
Food Safe Certification.

Responsible Adult Certification or willingness to obtain employer funded certificate.

Collaborative and team-oriented.

Demonstrated alignment in supporting team goals over individual aims.

Teachable, humble, self-reflective, and encouraging.

Creative and Innovative.

Intrinsically motivated, diligent, adaptable, and solutions-oriented.

Eager to think beyond traditional modalities of education and to be a part of creating something new.

Relationally Competent.

Demonstrated strength in emotional intelligence and interpersonal awareness.

Proficiency with, or a willingness to learn, Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook), Google Workspace (Docs, Slides, Forms).

Commitment to continuous professional and personal development.

Strong problem solving and conflict resolution skills.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.