Preschool Program & Daycamps Leader
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
Whether you want to continue with your fitness and lifestyle program or are looking for new and innovative ways to improve your health and wellness, Westside has it for you.
Preschool Program & Daycamps Leader
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
Whether you want to continue with your fitness and lifestyle program or are looking for new and innovative ways to improve your health and wellness, Westside has it for you.