Supply Before and After School Support Multiple locations

Waterloo Region District School Board; Southwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A regional school board in Ontario seeks Supply Before and After School Support employees to oversee play-based programming for children in junior kindergarten to grade 6. Candidates must have a high school diploma and experience in child supervision. The position emphasizes positive interactions and safety. Successful applicants will be engaged in providing inclusive care and communication with parents.

Qualifications

• Experience supervising and supporting children in a positive and safe manner.
• Willingness to obtain First Aid with CPR Level C/AED certification.
• Completion of Licensed child care staff record requirements.

Responsibilities

• Support play-based programming for students in grades JK to 6.
• Foster communication with parents about the program.
• Ensure health, safety, and well-being of the children.

Skills

Child supervision

Positive interaction

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) serves approximately 65,000 students in 123 schools, as well as alternative and continuing education sites. WRDSB is committed to creating learning environments that support the achievement and well-being of all students through partnering with staff, parents, families, caregivers and communities to promote success in learning and life. The Waterloo Region District School Board is currently seeking applications for Supply Before and After School Support (B.A.S.S.) employees.

Responsibilities

• Supply B.A.S.S. employees will work alongside a Designated Early Childhood Educator (DECE) to support play-based programming for students in junior kindergarten to grade 6 who are registered in WRDSB’s Before and After school program to provide general student supervision.
• Follow the guidance of the DECE operating the extended day classroom.
• Support positive and responsive interactions among the children, parents, child care providers and staff; encourage children to interact and communicate in a positive way and support their ability to self-regulate.
• Support the children’s exploration, play and inquiry; support child-initiated and adult-supported experiences.
• Support positive learning environments and experiences that are inclusive of all children, including children with individualized plans.
• Support indoor and outdoor play, active play, rest and quiet time, and consider the individual needs of the children in care.
• Foster ongoing communication with parents about the program and their children.
• Follow licensing requirements under the Child Care and Early Years Act; foster an anti-oppressive, anti-racist, and inclusive culture.
• Support the health, safety, nutrition and well-being of the children; supervise and support children to ensure they are healthy and safe by following Public Health, First Aid and Emergency procedures.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Mandatory Educational and Experience Requirements: Hold a minimum of a high school diploma, GED or equivalent level of educational attainment; prior experience supervising and supporting children in a positive and safe manner.
• Condition of Employment for Extended Day B.A.S.S. Supply Employees: Valid Standard First Aid with CPR Level C/AED or willingness to obtain; satisfactory Police Vulnerable Sector Check (PVSC) current within 5 years if currently employed; current within 6 months for new employees.
• Must complete the Licensed child care staff record requirements, including Region of Waterloo Public Health qualifications and documentation; include Standard First Aid with CPR Level C/AED in your portfolio.

Additional Information

Notes: A satisfactory Criminal Background Check including Vulnerable Sector is required prior to commencement. The Board does not cover costs for the Criminal Reference Check. Social Insurance Number (SIN), date of birth, and proof of educational qualifications are required at the time of an offer of employment. The WRDSB is committed to equity in employment and fair, inclusive hiring practices that reflect the diversity of the community and support student success and well-being. Applicants from groups with barriers to equity are encouraged to apply.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit their application, including a resume and a copy of a current Certificate of Qualification, through the Apply to Education system. Candidates are asked not to contact schools directly. All applications will be accessed only through Apply to Education. If invited for an interview, details will be provided by the WRDSB via a video interview platform. The interview invitation will come from [e-mail]. Technical guidance and practice resources are available through the platform.

Interviews and Platform

Interviews for this posting will be conducted via Interviewstream (one-way video). You may complete your interview on PC, Mac, or mobile devices. If selected, you will receive further instructions and deadlines. Support is available through the platform help resources. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

Equity and Territorial Acknowledgement

The Waterloo Region District School Board is committed to equity in employment and acknowledges the land on which we gather today as traditionally used by the Haudenosaunee, Anishinaabe, and Chonnonton peoples. We are all treaty people with responsibilities to one another. We acknowledge Indigenous knowledge and strive to create inclusive learning environments.