Program Staff for Child, Youth and Family Programs (Part Time) - Fall, Winter, Spring 2026-2027

Job summary

Plan and implement creative programs for children and youth across sports, arts, STEM, and life skills. Ensure the safety and supervision of participants both on and offsite while adhering to health and safety regulations.

Job details

Position Type: Part Time (Defined) (Fixed Term) (Seasonal) Closing Date: December 31, 2026 Salary/Wage Range: $18.21 - $32.89 Working for the City of Burlington A great career is closer than you think. Come work for the City of Burlington, where you'll be joining an innovative and progressive workplace focused on building a 21st century city that respects the diversity of our residents, visitors and employees; and prioritizes continuous opportunities for you to learn and grow. We don't just spend time attracting the best talent. We spend time and resources to keep the best talent. This may include: flexible working hours, mobile and hybrid working arrangements, a great pension and benefits package, as well as programs to foster innovation and leadership. Type of Vacancy Existing Vacancy Hours of Work Up to 40 hours per week Contract Length 10 Months/Continuous Department Recreation, Community & Culture Location This position is required to work in person at various locations throughout Burlington. Work location is subject to change at the discretion of the City due to operational demands. Position Overview The City of Burlington is accepting applications for program staff to work Fall, Winter and Spring programs with the following participant groups: * Pre-School – ages 0-5 years * Children and Youth – ages 5-18 years * Youth Drop-in Programming – ages 12-18 years Program Areas include: * Sports & Fitness * Creative Arts * STEM * Life Skills Available positions include: * Program Leader/Instructor, RCC - $23.31 - $29.14 (Grade C) * Assistant Programs, RCC - $18.21 - $22.77 (Grade A) * Specialized Program Instructor - $26.31 - $32.89 (Grade D) Community programs in the above areas are provided at various times and locations throughout Burlington. Program staff report to the Recreation Programmer/ Recreation Coordinator and typically work 1 to 3 shifts per week per program. Hours of work will vary with position title and will vary dependent on program need. These positions will work up to 10 months between September and June. Responsibilities Program Staff are responsible for planning and implementing creative and varied programs to meet the needs, interests and abilities of all participants. Successful applicants will be responsible for the safety and supervision of participants both on and offsite and are expected to implement and participate in activities. All staff must adhere to all health and safety regulations at all times. Requirements Successful candidates must have the following qualifications or be in the process of obtaining, at your own expense: * Standard First Aid and CPR level C certification * Behavior Management Systems Training (available through the City of Burlington) * HIGH FIVE - Principles of Healthy Child Development Additional certifications are considered an asset including: * NCCP, CanFitPro * Food Handler Certification * RYT-200 (Yoga), Zumba Instructor Certification (ZIN) The ideal candidate will have experience working with children in a recreational setting. This position requires the individual to have confidence, patience, time management, strong communication and organization skills. The ideal candidate will be creative and demonstrate both active learning and active listening. It is important that the candidate is aware of others’ reactions and understanding behaviours and can provide an inclusive experience for all ages and abilities. Qualifications in post-secondary education or working towards completion of a Degree, Diploma or Certificate in a related field are considered an asset including: * Early Childhood Education (ECE) * Recreation & Leisure Studies/Therapeutic Recreation * Bachelor of Education (BEd)/Adult Education * Child and Youth Worker (CYW) * Fine Arts, Visual Arts, Photography * Kinesiology, Fitness & Health Promotion * Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) Please be advised of the following details: * Successful applicants are required to be at all mandatory training dates and to complete all mandatory online training prior to program start – training dates will be confirmed with successful candidates and will take place in September prior to program start. * Successful applicants will be placed at a location that best fits the program needs. Police Check Requirement This position requires the successful candidate to provide a clear criminal record check with a vulnerable sector check at their own expense. Accommodations In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, the City of Burlington accommodates the individual needs of applicants with disabilities within the recruitment process. Please call us at 905-335-7602 or email us at: [email protected] [[email protected]] if you require accommodation to ensure your equal participation in the recruitment and selection process. Note to Applicants: We thank all those who apply for positions, but only those applicants who are invited for an interview will be contacted.

What you’ll do

Plan and implement creative programs for children and youth across sports, arts, STEM, and life skills. Ensure the safety and supervision of participants both on and offsite while adhering to health and safety regulations.

Requirements

Candidates must possess Standard First Aid and CPR Level C, and be willing to obtain Behavior Management Systems and HIGH FIVE certifications. Experience working with children in recreational settings and a clear vulnerable sector police check are required.

Benefits

• Flexible Working Hours • Mobile And Hybrid Working Arrangements • Pension • Benefits Package • Innovation And Leadership Programs

Listed skills

• First Aid · Preferred
• Recruitment · Preferred
• analysis · Preferred
• Training · Preferred
• CPR · Preferred
• staff · Preferred
• Health · Preferred
• safety · Preferred
• management · Preferred
• Time · Preferred
• Supervision · Preferred
• Flexible · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Program Planning
• Participant Supervision
• Communication
• Organization
• Time Management
• Active Listening
• Creative Programming
• Behavior Management
• Inclusive Instruction
• Child Safety

Job areas

• Sports & Recreation
• Education
• Social Services
• Government & Public Sector