Nature Preschool Camp Leader, Auxiliary - Victoria, Canada - West Shore Parks and Recreation
Description
Internal/External Job Posting
POSITION:
Nature Preschool Camp Leader
SALARY:
$23.70 per hour = $20.79 per hour plus 14% in lieu of benefits (2023 rates)
CLASSIFICATION:
JB05, Program Instructor III
HOURS OF WORK:
Monday to Friday, 8:30AM to 12:30PM; July 4th to August 25th. All hours are dependent
on registration. Opportunities for additional subbing hours.
Must be available for training (some evenings and weekends) in June. Dates are still "to
be determined."
STATUS:
Auxiliary
CLOSING DATE:
April 11th, 2023, at 12:00PM
COMPETITION #: 23-36
SUMMARY:
Under the direct supervision of the Daycare and Preschool Programmer, the nature preschool camp
leader will work with another nature preschool camp leader to plan, organize, and implement an outdoor-based
preschool curriculum for the development of children ages 2.5-5 years in the Westshore. The entire program
takes place in designated outdoor spaces on the JDF recreation centre property and other outdoor spaces
willingness, and ability to work outdoors in all kinds of weather including heat, wind, or rain every class. Leaders
must also demonstrate the ability to communicate with parents, staff, and children in a friendly and effective
manner, and should possess independent judgment and demonstrate initiative in resolving problems.
JOB DUTIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES
- Assist with delivering a program which promotes social experiences for children in a natural, outdoor
- Promote and deliver safe, healthy, positive interactions, communications, diversity and learning
- Promote and enhance creative ideas in all program areas such as arts & crafts, dramatic play, music
outdoor setting.
- Ensure set up and cleanup of learning spaces and equipment, materials and supplies are completed
- Ensure supplies and equipment are maintained with respect to safety and sanitary standards.
- Provide a balance of active and passive activities in a safe environment.
- Maintain work area in a neat and orderly condition.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with parents, children, and staff.
- Responsible to oversee and coordinate the daily signin and signout procedure to ensure safety
- Problemsolving minor issues independently conferring with supervisor regarding progress concerns and
QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience working with preschool children in a licensed childcare or recreation setting.
- Current Emergency First Aid and CPR C certificate.
- Experience mitigating risks for young children in an outdoor environment.
- Ability to work outdoors in all kinds of weather including heat, wind, rain, etc.
- Ability to walk up to 1 km per day.
- Ability to problemsolve, work independently, or as an effective team member.
- Ability to be creative and flexible while providing a safe, healthy, and fun environment.
- Communication, customer service, and public relations experience.
- The ability to problemsolve, prioritize while demonstrating good organizational skills.
- Outgoing and energetic personality.
- Must have a valid class 5 BC drivers' licence, and reliable transportation to travel to different locations to
- ECE or ECEA would be an asset.
A clear and current criminal record check is a condition of employment, and is the financial responsibility of
APPLICATIONS
Resumes and cover letters quoting competition
23-36 to be received prior to
April 11th, 2023, at 12:00PM,
Attention:
Human Resources, West Shore Parks & Recreation Society, 1767 Island Highway, Victoria BC V9B 1J1,
Posted:
March 23rd, 2023.
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