Team Leader

YMCA of Greater Vancouver; Prince George; On-site; CAD 56,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation & sick time

Gym membership

Medical & dental benefits

Training & development

Employee assistance program

Childcare discount

Community impact

Job summary

YMCA BC is seeking a Team Leader to work with children ages 5–12 in Prince George, BC. Temporary, full-time role with hours 30–35 per week, start Aug 31, 2026 and end date June 30, 2027. Salary $27.36 per hour, with benefits and professional development opportunities.

Reports to Supervisor and emphasizes inclusion, safety, and teamwork. Responsibilities include coordinating indoor/outdoor activities, supervising staff, maintaining ratios, and building strong connections with families and the

Qualifications

• Must be at least 19 years of age.
• Experience working or volunteering with children.
• 1 year of experience leading a team is an asset.
• Emergency First Aid & CPR per Schedule C (training can be provided within 45 days of start).
• Training related to child development is an asset; YMCA provides training.
• Criminal Reference Check/Vulnerable Sector Search required within 6 months of start.

Responsibilities

• Plan and lead indoor and outdoor activities for children ages 5–12.
• Ensure staff/child ratios are met at all times.
• Ensure compliance with YMCA Policies & Procedures and licensing requirements.
• Directly supervise and provide leadership to the team.
• Provide ongoing coaching and development to staff.
• Plan and implement child-centred programming.
• Maintain positive relationships with families and stakeholders.
• Ensure active supervision and safety of children in care.
• Prepare healthy afternoon snacks.
• Build positive relationships with children and families.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and professional work environment.

Skills

Experience with children

Team leadership

First Aid & CPR (Schedule C)

Education

Emergency First Aid & CPR (Schedule C)

Job description

Location: Before School Care: YMCA Lac Des Bois Care and Learning Centre (4131 Rainbow Dr, Prince George, BC V2M 3W3)

After School Care: YMCA Westwood School Age Child Care (2633 Vanier Dr, Prince George, BC V2N 1V1)

Term: Temporary, Full-Time

Hours: 30-35 hours per week

Shift: Monday to Friday with shifts between the hours of 7:00am- 9:00am and 2:00pm - 6:00pm. Upwards of 5 additional hours per week for prep/admin work

Start Date: August 31, 2026

End Date: June 30, 2027

Salary: $27.36 per hour

Reports To: Supervisor

• Competitive vacation and paid sick time
• Free YMCA Gym Membership and/or Y@Home
• Eligibility for Extended Medical and Dental Benefits
• Training and Professional Development Opportunities
• Extensive Employee assistance program
• Reduced childcare rates and priority placement for YMCA Staff
• Be part of a charitable organization that positively impacts the community

*Some benefits may vary based on region and employment terms

Nature & Scope

If you want to work with children, we’re looking for you! YMCA Team Leaders have a passion for working with children and families. They are dedicated to ensuring compliance with all YMCA Policies & Procedures and Child Care Facilities Licensing Requirements as well as developing leadership to a team of School Age Leaders. You’ll contribute to care plans, support children’s strengths, maintain an appropriate child to staff ratio, and ensure every child feels included and supported. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a child’s day while fostering a community of belonging and growth.

Major Responsibilities - in this position, you will :

• Plan and lead indoor and outdoor activities for children ages 5 – 12
• Ensures staff/child ratios are met at all times.
• Ensures compliance with all YMCA Policies & Procedures and Child Care Facilities Licensing Requirements.
• Directly supervise and provide leadership to the team
• Provide on-going coaching and development
• Plan and implement child- centred programming
• Establish positive relationships and communications with families, staff and key community stakeholders
• Provide active supervision to ensure children are accounted for at all times
• Prepare healthy afternoon snack
• Build positive relationships with children and their families
• Help children navigate conflict and role model positive behaviours
• Maintain a clean, safe, and professional work environment at all times
• Ensure the health and safety of children in your care

Qualification - you bring :

• Must be at least 19 years of age
• Experience working or volunteering with children
• 1 year of experience leading a team is an asset
• Emergency First Aid & CPR in accordance with Schedule C of the Child Care Licensing Regulation (can be taken within45 days of start date)
• It is an asset if you have had training related to child development, and if you don’t– the YMCA provides training!
• Successful candidates will be required to provide a current and satisfactory Criminal Reference Check/Vulnerable Sector Search issued no later than six (6) months preceding your start date. Criminal record check application forms will be provided to you by the YMCA as we are required to use the provincial Criminal Record Review Program

About YMCA BC:

By igniting belonging and championing health equity, YMCA BC strengthens the foundations of community. With over 3,000 employees and volunteers, YMCA BC serves 150,000 individuals of all ages, backgrounds and abilities across hundreds of service locations, from the Sunshine Coast to Fort St. John.

As a charity, YMCA BC promotes equitable access to healthier outcomes by providing vital programs and services to help address many of our communities' most pressing social issues, including health and wellness, affordable child care and camps, mental health, employment services and community health.

We believe there is potential inside all of us and envision vibrant, healthy and inclusive communities for all.

YMCA BC is firmly committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging (EDIB).By taking an intersectional approach to our programs and services, the YMCA is committed to creating spaces and experiences where everyone feels safe, welcome, and like they belong. Learn more at ymcabc.ca.

YMCA BC is committed to creating an inclusive, accessible environment where all members of our community feel valued, respected, and supported. We encourage applications from the diverse communities in which we live and serve, including but not limited to people of colour , Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity. We have established policies, procedures, and practices to meet accessibility standards throughout the hiring process. Should you require any accommodation throughout the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to contact our People Services department.

Thank you for your interest and application.