Reports to: Lead Principal; VP of Learning & Programs
Overview
The Out-of-School Care Program Manager is responsible for the successful leadership, and overall supervision, management, and operations of the school operated Child Care program. This position is responsible for the implementation and delivery of licensed after school programming for school age children, Kindergarten to Grade 5. The position will ensure participants are engaged, safe, and provided with developmentally-appropriate programming. Duties will include: ensure compliance with licensing requirements, supervision at school, monthly activity planning, organization and execution of activities, and ensuring the safety and wellbeing of participants.
Job Specifications
- part-time position
- Before school care 7-8 am; after school care 3-6 pm
- Other hours for program development as needed
- hourly rate: $28.00 – $35.18
Key Duties & Responsibilities
- Delivers safe, successful, healthy, and enjoyable licensed care for school-age children.
- Daily classroom preparation, along with preparation and execution of planned activities.
- Provides learning and guidance to participants on appropriate behaviour during play and activities.
- Monthly activity planning within an assigned budget – planning activities that are meaningful, engaging and age-appropriate, including arts and crafts, sports, cooperative games and dramatic play.
- Works collaboratively with and supervises program staff
- Delivers care and support with behaviour management, inclusion, first aid and other areas relating to caring for children.
- Ensures equipment and program spaces are safe and sanitary before and after each program session
- Adheres to licensing requirements set forth by the Ministry of Children and Family Development and Fraser Health
- Acts as a liaison between the general public and MRCS, providing good customer service and clear communication with parents and caregivers.
- Follows all policies, procedures, and standards of MRCS
- Performs other related duties as required.
Education & Experience
- Degree/Diploma in Early Childhood Education would be an asset.
- Current registration with the BC Early Childhood Educators if ECE qualified
- Minimum five years of experience in child care or a related field, including knowledge of
techniques for typically developing children as well as children with special needs.
- Experience in a K-12 Educational setting would be an asset.
- Demonstrated understanding of the BC Early Years Framework and childcare licensing regulations
- Experience managing childcare centres would be an asset.
- Experience in leading and supervising staff
- Demonstrated superior organizational, management, leadership, communication and human relations skills
- Working knowledge of office procedures and standard office equipment including personal computers and office software.
- Valid First Aid certificate as required by Child care Licensing
- Must be willing to adhere to and sign the Maple Ridge Christian School Community Standards Agreement
Send the following to attention of Yvonne Cramer at y.cramer@mrcs.ca
- Current Résumé
- Cover letter
- First Aid Certificate
- Relevant diploma/certificate copy
