Job Description

This is a very part time position. Teach 2-3 lessons per week at $56/lesson

Currently hiring for schools in south Burnaby and New Westminster. Instructors must be available to teach at least 2 days per week (Thursdays & Tuesdays and/or Fridays).

Candidates must also be available for a full day of training 10am-5pm on Saturday Sept. 27.

Professor Puffin's Challenge Club is an after-school enrichment program that offers a fun, educational, and engaging experience for children in grades 1-4. The program uses a variety of activities to cover subjects from the BC school curriculum (Science, art, nature, English, etc.) while mixing in entertaining topics to spark children's interest. The program aims to develop teamwork, problem-solving skills, and focus, as well as expanded vocabulary and increased confidence.

Professor Puffin's Challenge Club offers classes in elementary schools at the end of the regular school day. Professor Puffin instructors should be available to teach 2-3 lessons in the afternoon (2:45-4:30pm) each week for the duration of the session (11 weeks). Instructors are assigned to specific schools and stay with the same schools and days of the week for the entire session, and preferably throughout the school year.

Job Requirements:

Energetic and enthusiastic personality. Clear spoken English (Other languages an asset). Mature and highly dependable, being on-time and commitment are must haves. General knowledge of school subjects and interest in games and trivia. Criminal background check for vulnerable sectors. Must have experience leading groups of children. Must be able to stand for 1-2 hours and setup/take down tables and chairs when required.
Notes:

This is a very part time position, teach 2-3 lessons per week. Compensation $56/lesson. Each lesson lasts approximately 1 hour, however set up and clean up are also included in the lesson pay. Currently hiring for the Fall session, (Sept. 29 to Dec. 16) Paid training ($19.50/hour) Activity lesson plans, content and materials are all provided. Being comfortable using a tablet is an asset.
If you are interested in applying, please provide your resume and answer the application questions.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $28.00 per hour

Application question(s):

What is your postal code (to determine proximity to schools we serve)? How would you travel to the assigned locations/schools? (e.g. own car, public transit, etc.) If hired are you available for in person training (10am-5pm) on Saturday Sept. 27? Which days of the week are you available to deliver a weekly lesson at 2:35pm between Sept. 29 and Dec. 16? (We do not deliver lessons on the weekends)
Licence/Certification:

First Aid Certification (preferred)
Work Location: In person