Summer Program Junior Leader

Alliance for Arts and Culture; British Columbia; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Summer Program Junior Leader to inspire and engage children through creative activities. This role involves planning and implementing programs focused on archaeology, museums, and local history for kids aged 4-10. The successful candidate will work closely with volunteers and staff to ensure a safe and enjoyable environment, making a positive impact on the community's youth. If you are enthusiastic, responsible, and passionate about working with children, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Qualifications

• Must be between ages 15 to 30 and legally entitled to work in Canada.
• 200 hours experience with children or equivalent education.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and leading activities for children ages 4-10.
• Monitor children during indoor and outdoor activities.
• Ensure safety and well-being of all participants.

Skills

Working with children

Leadership

Communication

Organization

Interpersonal skills

Education

Completion of grade 12

200 hours of experience with children

Emergency Child Care First Aid or Standard First Aid and CPR Level B

Job description

The Richmond Museum’s vision is to make the history of Richmond relevant, engaging and accessible. To support this vision, the Museum collects, documents, researches, preserves, exhibits and interprets objects of historical and cultural significance to the development and history of Richmond.

The Richmond Museum invites applications for a creative, enthusiastic and responsible Summer Program Junior Leader. Reporting to the Richmond Museum’s Educational Programs Coordinator, the successful applicant assists in planning activities and leads daily activities and may be required to assist in the supervision of volunteers.

Responsibilities:

1. Assist in planning, implementing and evaluating developmentally appropriate activities inspired by archaeology, museums and local history for children ages 4-10.
2. Assist with the preparation of all materials for each program and assess supplies and equipment on a regular basis and report concerns to Supervisor.
3. Monitor children in indoor and outdoor activities.
4. Assist with supervision, leadership and support of volunteers.
5. Be a positive role model and communicate effectively with participants, staff and volunteers.
6. Ensure the physical and emotional program environment is safe for children, and ensure the safety of all individuals participating.
7. Follow facility protocol for programs, emergency situations and out-trips.
8. Record information pertaining to children and families in program’s communication book.
9. Fill out accident and/or incident report forms as needed.
10. Ensure attendance procedures are followed.
11. Other related duties as assigned and may vary according to facility.

Qualifications:

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
This position is funded by Canada Summer Jobs, which restricts candidates to those legally entitled to work in Canada and be between the ages of 15 to 30 years.
• Completion of grade 12 plus a minimum of 200 hours of experience with working with children, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Successful candidates will be required to pass a police information check.

RECOMMENDED QUALIFICATIONS:
• Supervisory experience and/or coaching and leadership experience.
• Experience working with children that require extra support.
• Excellent organization and interpersonal skills.
• Emergency Child Care First Aid or Standard First Aid and CPR Level B (or higher).
• 20 hours of related childcare courses/workshops.
• A second language and experience with cultural diversity.

How to Apply:

Please send Cover Letter and Resume BY E-MAIL to:
Emily Ooi, Educational Programs Coordinator, [e-mail]
Deadline for submissions is Monday, April 21, 2025

Remuneration:

35 hours per week for 10 weeks, from June to August; $21.00/hour + 16% in lieu of benefits. ** Wages and period of employment dependent upon funding approval.