Program Assistant – Arts

Jobtailor; Milton; On-site; CAD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Milton, Ontario is seeking a program assistant to support safe, welcoming learning experiences for participants. You will assist with program implementation, prepare lesson plans, set up equipment, and help supervise volunteers.

Strong communication, teamwork, and safety awareness are essential; candidates should have first aid/CPR and a background in art or early childhood education. This role emphasizes collaboration with staff to maintain a positive environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum Grade 10 education.
• Standard First Aid and CPR C.
• HIGH FIVE® Principles of Healthy Child Development.
• Satisfactory Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening.
• Courses in art, early childhood education, recreation or related field preferred.
• Basic knowledge of art, design and/or craft preferred.
• Experience working with children of various age groups preferred.
• Experience working with persons with disabilities preferred.
• An interest in performing arts/drama/music/dance.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong problem solving skills.
• Must attend mandatory staff functions.
• Must comply with health and safety practices, standard operating guidelines and the Occupational Health and Safety Act

Responsibilities

• Assist with program implementation with a focus on quality customer experiences
• Assist with preparation and delivery of lesson plans
• Provide a safe, well-supervised, welcoming and positive learning environment
• Prepare materials and program space according to lesson plans
• Set up and take down required equipment
• Provide guidance and oversight of volunteers
• Establish positive relationships and clear communication with staff and participants
• Maintain a safe and clean facility and ensure proper equipment usage
• Communicate program needs, facility deficiencies and equipment concerns to operations staff and supervisors
• Evaluate and address potential risks
• Maintain communication with the customer service desk regarding program updates and emergencies
• Provide supplies lists to the Supervisor, Recreation
• Maintain accurate attendance and administrative records
• Report incidents, concerns and site damage to the Coordinator, Culture

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Volunteer oversight

Problem solving

Education

Grade 10 education

Art/design/recreation courses

Job description

• Assist with program implementation with a focus on quality customer experiences
• Assist with preparation and delivery of lesson plans
• Provide a safe, well-supervised, welcoming and positive learning environment
• Prepare materials and program space according to lesson plans
• Set up and take down required equipment
• Provide guidance and oversight of volunteers
• Establish positive relationships and clear communication with staff and participants
• Maintain a safe and clean facility and ensure proper equipment usage
• Communicate program needs, facility deficiencies and equipment concerns to operations staff and supervisors
• Evaluate and address potential risks
• Maintain communication with the customer service desk regarding program updates and emergencies
• Provide supplies lists to the Supervisor, Recreation
• Maintain accurate attendance and administrative records
• Report incidents, concerns and site damage to the Coordinator, Culture

Requirements

• Minimum Grade 10 education
• Standard First Aid and CPR C
• HIGH FIVE® Principles of Healthy Child Development
• Satisfactory Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening
• Courses in art, early childhood education, recreation or related field preferred
• Basic knowledge of art, design and/or craft preferred
• Experience working with children of various age groups preferred
• Experience working with persons with disabilities preferred
• An interest in performing arts/drama/music/dance
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Strong problem solving skills
• Must attend mandatory staff functions
• Must comply with health and safety practices, standard operating guidelines and the Occupational Health and Safety Act

Core Competencies

Demonstrates the ability to create a safe and positive learning environment while effectively communicating with staff and participants. Proficient in program implementation, risk evaluation, and maintaining accurate records.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Standard First Aid and CPR C
• HIGH FIVE® Principles of Healthy Child Development
• Experience Working with Children
• Excellent Interpersonal Skills
• Strong Problem Solving Skills

Hard Skills

• Program Implementation
• Lesson Plan Preparation
• Risk Evaluation
• Attendance Record MaintenanceEquipment Setup and Take Down

Soft Skills

• Communication Skills
• Interpersonal Skills
• Team Collaboration
• Volunteer Oversight

Certifications & Qualifications

• Satisfactory Criminal Record Check
• Vulnerable Sector Screening

Industry Keywords

• Child Development
• Early Childhood Education
• Recreation
• Art and Design
• Health and Safety Practices