Program Leader

BGC Saskatoon; Saskatoon; Hybrid; CAD 21,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

BGC Saskatoon is looking for enthusiastic Program Leaders to join our Before and After School and Mini Club teams in Saskatoon and surrounding communities, including Dalmeny, Langham, Warman, and Whitecap Dakota Nation.

You will engage with diverse groups of local children and youth, providing traditional recreational activities, educational enhancement, and physical activity every day. The role offers flexible school-day shifts with a minimum commitment of 15 hours per week and paid training.

Qualifications

• Applicants must be at least 16 years of age and eligible to work in Canada.
• CPR/First Aid Certification required within first two months of employment.
• Canadian Language Benchmark Level 6 or higher (preferred).
• Previous experience in childcare, education, recreation, coaching, or volunteer work with children is considered an asset.
• Completion of additional mandatory employer-provided training upon hiring.

Responsibilities

• Plan daily activities that provide opportunities for children to develop and enhance skills.
• Treat children and youth with respect, acceptance and honesty.
• Actively supervise groups of children (1 leader to 15 children) and ensure safety.
• Use positive guidance and behavior management practices.
• Interact with participants in a patient, caring manner.
• Daily communication with parents/guardians.
• Collaborate with team and school administration.
• Maintain and submit monthly attendance records and month-end documentation.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Punctuality

Reliability

Job description

BGC Saskatoon is looking for enthusiastic and caring individuals to join our Before and After School and Mini Club team as Program Leaders. In this role you will have an incredible opportunity to engage with diverse groups of local children and youth, forming meaningful relationships as a trusted adult in a child’s life. Program Leaders are positive role models who provide traditional recreational activities, educational enhancement programs and physical activity each day.

Position Details

The Before and After School and/or Mini Club Program Leader typically works 15-30 hours per week providing safe, supportive, and engaging programs for school-aged children in Saskatoon and surrounding communities, including Dalmeny, Langham, Warman, and Whitecap Dakota Nation.

Shifts are available on school days only and may be scheduled before school (approximately 7:15 a.m. to the first bell), after school (approximately 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.), or both, depending on program needs. Start times vary by location, and all shifts are paid for a minimum of three hours. A minimum commitment of 15 hours per week (five shifts) is required, unless applying for casual work only.

This flexible position is ideal for post-secondary students, stay-at-home parents, newcomers to Canada seeking experience, or youth entering the workforce. With management approval, Program Leaders may also be able to bring their own non-school-aged children to the program.

Additional opportunities may include providing 1:1 support for children with exceptional needs, accepting casual shifts at various locations, and working full-time or part-time hours during the summer in our camp programs and early learning centres.

What You’ll Do

Every day can look a little different in the Before and After School/Mini Club Programs; as such, program leaders need to be flexible and responsive to the needs of the children and youth attending. Program leaders are expected to be punctual as well as have a reliable method of transportation (city transit/vehicle) to ensure that programs open on time.

• Planning daily activities that provide opportunities for children to develop and enhance skills, based on their interests and the principles of healthy childhood development
• Treat children and youth with respect, acceptance and honesty
• Actively supervise groups of children (ratio of 1 program leader to 15 children) and ensure children feel physically and emotionally safe & secure
• Use positive guidance and behavior management practices
• Interact with participants in a patient, interested, understanding and caring manner
• Daily communication with parents/guardians
• Work, communicate and collaborate as part of a team (other program leaders, managers, supervisors, and school administration)
• maintain and submit monthly attendance records and month end documentation.

Support You’ll Receive

The Before & After School Program Leaders Are Supported By a Team Of Program Managers And Supervisors Who Will Assist With

• Program supplies and materials
• Scheduling and time-off requests
• Program evaluations
• Problem-solving and resource support
• Communication with parents and school administration (as needed)
• Bi-weekly payroll processing.

Qualifications/Requirements

• Applicants must be at least 16 years of age and eligible to work in Canada
• CPR/First Aid Certification (required - within first two months of employment)
• Canadian Language Benchmark Level 6 or higher (preferred)
• Previous experience in childcare, education, recreation, coaching, or volunteer work with children is considered an asset
• Completion of additional mandatory employer-provided training upon hiring

Employment is conditional upon successful completion of a Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Check.

Interested in this opportunity? Apply directly through our Humi Job Board.

Applicants will be contacted by the management team to arrange an interview date. Successful applicants must be available for a mandatory training session before they work in a program. This training will provide program leaders with information regarding safety information, program policies & organizational procedures.

Wage

$15.70 per hour

About BGC Saskatoon

BGC Saskatoon is a non-profit organization that has been creating opportunities for children, youth, and families since 1974. Guided by the belief that Opportunity Changes Everything, we deliver quality programs that help young people learn, grow, and thrive in their communities through services including:

• Early Learning
• Before & After School Programs
• Neighbourhood Clubs
• Summer Camps
• Youth Employment Readiness Programs
• Parenting Supports
• Mental Health initiatives

Our Commitment

At BGC Saskatoon, we believe our differences make us stronger. We are committed to building an inclusive, barrier‑free workplace that reflects the communities we serve and where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and make employment decisions based on qualifications, merit, performance, and organizational needs.