Job Description

Position: After-School Club Coordinator and Leader

After-School Club Coordinator

Westside Montessori Academy - Vancouver, BC

Start Date:

August 26, 2025

Hours:

Monday to Friday, 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM (20 hours/week)

Wage:

$25-$30/hour (based on experience and qualifications)

Job Type:

Permanent, In-Person

About Us:

Westside Montessori Academy (WMA) is an independent school in East Vancouver offering an engaging Montessori program for students from Kindergarten through Grade 7. Our After-School Club extends the WMA experience with a safe, fun, and enriching environment for children aged

5 to 12 years

.

We are seeking a warm, creative, and organized

After-School Club Coordinator

to lead, coordinate, and develop our variety of after-school clubs offered each full school day. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys planning engaging activities, building relationships with children and families, and leading a small team in a collaborative, child-centred setting.

Key Responsibilities:

Plan, coordinate, and lead a variety of themed weekly and monthly clubs (e.g., arts & crafts, games, nature play) Oversee the daily operation of all after-school club offerings and ensure programming aligns with WMA's values Supervise children aged 5-12, ensuring their physical and emotional safety Model and implement positive behaviour guidance strategies

Supervise and support after-school staff and volunteers, including scheduling and arranging coverage during staff absences or illness

Maintain accurate attendance records, incident logs, and health documentation Communicate clearly and professionally with families during pickup Maintain a clean, calm, and welcoming after-school club environment

Education, Experience and Certification:

Responsible Adult Certificate, Early Childhood Education (ECE), or BC Teacher Certification Previous experience working with children in an educational or recreational setting (ideally in a supervisory role) Current CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain) Clear Criminal Record Check (with Vulnerable Sector Screening)

Skills and Abilities:

Strong leadership and organizational skills Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Ability to develop and lead engaging, age-appropriate activities Knowledge of child development principles and best practices Ability to respond effectively in emergencies and calmly manage challenging behaviours

What We Offer:

A supportive and caring school community Creative freedom and autonomy in club planning Opportunities for professional development Competitive hourly wage Beautiful Montessori-inspired well equipped setting

Schedule:

Monday to Friday 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM (20 hours per week) Additional hours possible on professional development days or during school breaks

To Apply:

Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter via Indeed, outlining your relevant experience and why you're interested in this role.

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

Job Types: Part-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 10 months

Pay: From $25.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 20 per week

Education:

Secondary School (preferred)
Experience:

working with children: 1 year (required)
Language:

English (required)
Licence/Certification:

Responsible Adult Certificate or similar (required)
Location:

Vancouver, BC V5W 2Z4 (preferred)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2025-01-31