Program Support Worker: Licensed Programs - Certified ECE Level 2 (or higher)

Our Mission

To provide a safe supportive place where children and youth can experience new opportunities, overcome barriers, build positive relationships, and develop confidence and skills for life.

Position Details

Reporting tothe Program Manager – BGC Airdrie Club, the Certified Level 2 ECE Support Worker will aid all BGC Airdrie Children’s Programs and Service, provide program relief when scheduled staff are unable to attend programs, support at sites with extra identified needs, program planning support, and much more.

This position requires flexibility in your schedule being able to support programming taking place between 6:30am – 6:00pm, Monday to Friday during all school days. Hours are not available during school closures.

Our children’s programs focus on social, recreational, and educational programming as well as promote self-esteem enhancement for children grades 1-5.

Our site locations include: Heloise Lorimer, RJ Hawkey, Nose Creek Elementary.

You will be required to work at each location as needed each week.

Our kids are amazing, and the environment is ever-changing, rewarding, supportive and a lot of fun!

Key Responsibilities

● Planning & organizing daily programming with the support of BGC Program Leads as requested.

● Facilitation of social recreational and educational programs for children grades 1-5, focusing on social skill development and individual self-esteem enhancement.

● Volunteer management such as youth volunteers, or practicum students.

● Daily facilities management including cleaning and ensuring facility health and safety.

● Ensures all areas of programming adheres to Licensing Standards as directed by Alberta Human Services.

● Ensures all areas of programming adheres to the revised Licensing Program Plan.

● Able to support the needs of children in a fast-paced, engaging childcare environment.

● Ability to create supportive and engaging relationships with parents and guardians.

● Ability to positively engage in a welcoming team environment with a clear understanding of BGC Airdrie policies and procedures.

● Punctuality, and consistent program attendance, as it is vital to the success of your role and building relationships with the participants.

Skills

● Must be 18 years of age or older**

● Minimum Certified Level 2 ECE as per Alberta Child Care Certification

● Flexibility and adaptability working in various childcare settings with different teams each week

● Previous experience working with school aged children in an after-school program

● Excellent communication and organizational skills.

● Able to work as part of a team and model confidence during times of independence.

● Certified in First Aid (Level B or C) or ability to obtain it within 1 month of your employment.

● Ability to provide RCMP Criminal Record Check with vulnerable sector

Hours of Work

This is a direct program hour position, with additional hours available when required for staff meetings.

Direct Child Care Hours Before School

Monday-Friday 6:30am-8:30am as needed

After School:

Monday - Thursday 2:30-6:00pm

Fridays 12:45 PM – 6:00 PM

School Days only.

Wage top up funding over base wage:

Coverage at licensed programs allows you to receive an extra wage enhancement as per the GOA.

Level 2 early childhood educator

$5.05 / hour

Level 3 early childhood educator

$8.62 / hour

Staff Certification

Must be in hand at hire.

Probationary Period/Additional Information

There is a three-month probationary period for this position.

This position is a term with potential of extension past December 18th, 2026

Pay: $18.00-$19.00 per hour

Expected hours: 25.0 per week

Work Location: In person