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Preschool Program & Daycamps Leader

Calgary, AB
Senior Level
part_time

About the role

Westside is currently recruiting for Preschool Program & Daycamp Leaders for the Summer & Fall season (starting in August 2025). This is a seasonal role with part-time hours available. This is an exciting, hands-on leadership role and includes but is not limited to the following responsibilities:

  • To supervise, lead and instruct recreation programs and camps for children ages 3-12Y in group games, songs, crafts, art activities, musical activities, beginner sport skills, physical literacy, dance and creative movement, swimming and more.
  • To provide a safe, fun and quality experience
  • To complete all required program lesson planning
  • Actively and enthusiastically participate in all aspects of the programs
  • Set Up/ Take Down and general cleaning/maintenance of program equipment (including lifting up to 40 lbs)
  • Administrative duties as required
  • Day to day risk management skills
  • Group control and behavior management skills
  • Communicate any relevant information, incidents and concerns with parents

Requirements:

To be considered for this role, all candidates must meet the following requirements:

  • Must be available for daytime, evening and/or weekend shifts during program hours (8:15am- 6:00 pm Monday through Sunday)
  • Must be available for mandatory training starting late July (training dates and times can be tailored within this window)
  • Must have current Alberta Approved First Aid training agency- CSA Standard Z1210-17 Intermediate First Aid and must be valid through to December 2025.
  • Successful applicant must have a clear Vulnerable Sector Search completed at their own cost
  • All applicants must be a minimum 18 years of age
  • Fill out any relevant skills related to this role under “My Skills” on the application page

Experience and Qualifications:

  • 2+ years previous experience working with children in a recreation setting or equivalent
  • Relevant certifications such as NCCP/High 5 are considered an asset
  • Education, experience and certifications in physical literacy and fundamental movement skills are considered an asset
  • Early Childhood Education (ECE) level 1 or higher considered an asset

Licenses & Certifications

Required

  • WHMIS
  • Vulnerable Sector Search

Behaviors

Required

  • Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest

About Westside Recreation Centre

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