Early Childhood Programs - Preschool Classes
Help with quality programs for preschool-aged children on weekday mornings at Saanich Commonwealth Place! This role is ideal for those who love working with young children and who can bring positivity, patience, and a joyful approach to discovery and play with them everyday!
Responsibilities:
- Follow direction of staff
- Model safe, respectful, and responsible behaviour
- Use positive and encouraging language
- Engage with children and encourage their participation
- Help set-up, clean-up, and maintain the program space, toys, and activities
- Welcome children and parents, assist with attendance
- Establish a fair play atmosphere
- Assist with other tasks as needed
- Wear close-toed shoes and clothing that you are comfortable getting messy
Qualifications:
- 16 years old or older
- Friendly, patient, and supportive
- Able to take initiative
- Proficient with spoken English (other language skills an asset)
- Experience working with children ages 3-5 in a related setting an asset
- Willing to complete a Police Information Check
Commitment and Schedule:
One 2.5 hour shift per week for a minimum of 4 months. Programs run on weekday mornings from September to June.
Working Conditions:
Mostly indoors unless in Kiddie Capers Forest Classroom (which is entirely outdoors). Volunteers will be in close proximity with others and will need to sit, stand, and move around during their shift. Supervised by staff.
Application Process:
- Create a volunteer profile online (5-10 minutes)
- Participate in an informal interview
- Complete a free Police Information Check and online Child Protection training module
- Submit paperwork: Waiver, Code of Conduct, and (optional) Photo/Video Release
- Attend an onsite orientation
Questions? Contact:
Lindsay Mackas-Burns
Programmer 1: Events, Volunteers & Film
volunteer@saanich.ca
250-475-5502
Qualifications Required
- Training - Child Protection Must be Yes
