Site Lead

Program Locations & Hours

• Bala Community School (6 Bala Avenue) – 3:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
• Harwood Jr. Public School (50 Leigh Street) – 3:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
• Charles E. Webster Jr. Public School (1900 Keele Street) – 2:45 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
• Humber Children's Program (121 Humber Boulevard South) – 3:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
• Silverthorn Community School (300 Kane Avenue) – 3:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
• Warren Park Jr. Public School (135 Varsity Road) – 2:45 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
• Fairbank Public School (2335 Dufferin Street) – 3:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
• Baycrest Public School (50 Ameer Avenue) – 3:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.

About Us

BGC Weston Mount Dennis & Lawrence Heights Club serves children and youth in the Weston Mount Dennis, Lawrence Heights, and surrounding communities by providing high-quality social, physical, educational, creative, seasonal, and community support programs.

We are seeking enthusiastic, reliable, and motivated individuals to join our After School Program team for the 2026–2027 school year. Site Coordinators oversee the daily operations of an after-school program serving children 4 to 12 years of age, creating a safe, inclusive, and engaging environment where every child has the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive.

Key Responsibilities

Program Oversight & Coordination

• Coordinate the planning, implementation, and daily operation of the After School Program.
• Deliver engaging physical activity, recreation, nutrition, educational, and creative programming aligned with Ontario After School Program Guidelines.
• Ensure the program operates in a safe, welcoming, inclusive, and supportive environment.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and well-equipped program space.

Staff & Volunteer Leadership

• Provide leadership, guidance, and support to Program Coordinators, placement students, and volunteers.
• Assist staff with attendance, participant supervision, registrations, incident reporting, and program planning.
• Foster teamwork while promoting quality programming and professional growth.

Participant Safety

• Supervise participants and staff while maintaining a safe environment.
• Respond appropriately to emergencies, incidents, and behavioural concerns in accordance with Club policies and procedures.
• Complete and review accident and incident reports as required.

Administration

• Monitor daily attendance and participant registrations.
• Contact parents/guardians regarding participant absences when necessary.
• Maintain accurate participant records and program documentation.
• Manage program supplies and inventory.
• Prepare and distribute nutritious daily snacks while following food safety standards.

Communication & Community Relations

• Build positive relationships with participants, families, school administrators, caretakers, and community partners.
• Communicate program updates, participant concerns, and important information in a professional manner.
• Support community partnerships that enhance program quality and participant experiences.

Policy Implementation

• Ensure Club policies and procedures are consistently followed.
• Address participant behaviour using positive behaviour management strategies.
• Support conflict resolution while fostering a respectful and inclusive environment.

Other Duties

• Attend required meetings, training sessions, special events, and professional development opportunities.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Program Manager or Supervisors.

Qualifications

Required

• Degree, diploma, or current enrollment in Early Childhood Education (ECE), Child & Youth Care (CYC), Social Service Work (SSW), Recreation, Education, or another related post-secondary program.
• Experience working with children ages 4–12 in a structured environment.
• Strong leadership, organization, and program planning skills.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, decision-making, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Current Standard First Aid & CPR-C Certification.
• Police Reference Check (required upon hiring).

Assets

• Safe Food Handler Certification.
• HIGH FIVE® Principles of Healthy Child Development Certification.
• Experience leading sports, arts, recreation, educational, health, or nutrition programming.

Availability

Must be available Monday to Friday between 2:45 p.m. and 6:00 p.m., with occasional additional hours for PA Days, staff meetings, training, and special events as required.

Contract Term

This position will begin on August 31, 2026. The initial contract term is until December 18, 2026, with the possibility of renewal for the remainder of the 2026–2027 school year based on program needs, funding, and satisfactory job performance.

Application Process

Application Deadline: Friday, July 31, 2026, at 11:59 p.m.

Applications will be reviewed following the closing date. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Interviews are anticipated to take place during the week of August 17–21, 2026, with successful candidates notified shortly thereafter.

Equity Statement

BGC Weston Mount Dennis & Lawrence Heights Club is committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and diverse workplace. We encourage applications from members of the local community and individuals from equity-deserving groups.

BGC Weston Mount Dennis & Lawrence Heights Club is committed to providing accommodation throughout the recruitment and selection process in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Applicants requiring accommodation are encouraged to notify us at any stage of the hiring process.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.