Out of School Educator

FLEX; Kelowna; On-site; CAD 26,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Insurance & Dependent Life

Long Term Disability

Extended Health and Benefits

Health Spending Account

Employee and Family Support Program

RRSP Match program

Job summary

Flex Academy, part of HCOS, seeks an Out of School Care Educator to run the after-school program for K-5 students. The role focuses on developing engaging activities, Camps during breaks, and maintaining a safe, supportive environment on-site five days weekly for 20 hours.

Ideal candidates bring 5+ years with children, activity planning experience, and current First Aid and Food Safe Certificates. Collaborative, mission-aligned team members are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience working with children.
• Experience planning activities for children.
• Must have a valid First Aid certificate and Food Safe Certification.
• Responsible Adult Certification or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Develop, plan and facilitate the Sparks After School Care Program.
• Plan Kids Camps during PD Days and breaks.
• Create engaging learning and play opportunities for students.
• Maintain a relational, safe and creative learning space.
• Communicate professionally with families and staff.

Skills

Child care

Program planning

Communication

Team player

Problem solving

Education

First Aid Certification

Food Safe Certification

Responsible Adult Certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Job description

Flex Academy is a JK-12 brick-and-mortar school which is a division of HCOS located in Kelowna, BC. In this Christ-focused, campus-based program, we are combining the best of classroom experience with the versatility of online tools to develop a hybrid model of education that makes education as expansive and flexible as possible.

The Position:

Flex Academy has an openings for an Out of School Care Educator! This is a part-time, on-site, positions working on-site five days per week (primarily after school hours) for a total of 20 hours per week. The primary role of the Flex Academy Out of School Care Educator position is to develop and facilitate meaningful out-of-school care programs for students in Grades K-5.

Duties and 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 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

Qualifications

• 5+ years working with children
• 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
• Alignment with our Biblical Attributes & Demonstrates a commitment to, and a lifestyle reflective of, the KCCS Foundational Beliefs
• 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

What we offer:

• Competitive wage $25.19 - $26.49 per hour depending on experience and qualifications
• Schedule: 5 days/week on-site (primarily after school), 20 hours total per week
• Benefits including:
  • Life Insurance & Dependent Life Insurance
  • Long Term Disability
  • Extended Health and Benefits
  • Health Spending Account
  • Employee and Family Support Program
  • RRSP Match program
• The opportunity to be a part of Canada's first independent hybrid school!

Flex Academy is a ministry of Kelowna Christian Center Society (KCCS). KCCS was established in 1982 with a vision for the community and global influence. KCCS exists so that all people can experience abundant life in Christ by reaching, raising up and releasing people who reflect the kingdom of God, through creating communities of belonging and learning