BGC Saskatoon is looking for enthusiastic and caring individual to join our Before and After School and Mini Club team as a
Program Supervisor. In this role, you will oversee the daily operations of the program, provide leadership and direction to staff, and ensure a safe, engaging, and inclusive environment for children and youth.
Position Details
The Before and After School and/or Mini Club Program Supervisor typically works
up to 30 hours per week, overseeing the daily operations of a large school-age program serving 45+ children each day. This role is responsible for ensuring a safe, supportive, and engaging environment for participants while providing leadership and direction to program staff. Program Supervisors support high-quality programming, maintain strong relationships with families and school partners, and ensure program standards are met across locations in Saskatoon and surrounding communities, including Dalmeny, Langham, Warman, and Whitecap Dakota Nation.
Shifts are available on school days only and may be scheduled before school (approximately 7:15 a.m. to the first bell), after school (approximately 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.), or both, depending on program needs. Start times vary by location, and all shifts are paid for a minimum of three hours.
This position is ideal for post-secondary students, stay-at-home parents, newcomers to Canada seeking experience, or youth entering the workforce. With management approval, Program Supervisors may also be able to bring their own non-school-aged children to the program.
Additional opportunities may include providing 1:1 support for children with exceptional needs, accepting casual shifts at various locations, and working full-time or part-time hours during the summer in our camp programs and early learning centres.
What You’ll Do
Every day can look a little different in the Before and After School/Mini Club Programs; as such, Program Supervisors need to be flexible and responsive to the needs of the program leaders and participants. Program Supervisors are expected to be punctual as well as have a reliable method of transportation (city transit/vehicle) to ensure that programs open on time.
Program Supervisors will provide respectful, inclusive and quality programs by committing to:
- Coordinating programming, delegating tasks, maintaining strong communication with families, schools, and management.
- Supporting their team in delivering high-quality recreational, educational, and physical activity opportunities each day.
- Attending monthly meetings at the main office and picking up program supplies.
- Planning daily activities that provide opportunities for children to develop and enhance skills, based on their interests and the principles of healthy childhood development
- Treat children and youth with respect, acceptance and honesty
- Actively supervise groups of children (ratio of 1 program leader to 15 children) and ensure children feel physically and emotionally safe & secure
- Use positive guidance and behavior management practices
- Interact with participants in a patient, interested, understanding and caring manner
- Daily communication with parents/guardians
- Work, communicate and collaborate as part of a team (program leaders, managers, supervisors, and school administration)
- Maintain and submit monthly attendance records and month end documentation.
Support You’ll Receive
The Before & After School Program Supervisors Are Supported By a Team Of Program Managers And Supervisors Who Will Assist With
- Program supplies and materials
- Scheduling and time-off requests
- Program evaluations
- Problem-solving and resource support
- Communication with parents and school administration (as needed)
- Bi-weekly payroll processing.
Qualifications/Requirements
- Minimum age of 16 and legally entitled to work in Canada.
- 2 to 3 years of experience working with children and youth.
- Experience in childcare, education, recreation, coaching, or related volunteer roles.
- Previous supervisory or leadership experience is an asset.
- Knowledge of child development and age-appropriate programming.
- Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- CPR/First Aid Certification (required within two months of hire).
- CLB Level 6 or higher is an asset.
- Commitment to completing all required training upon hire.
Employment is conditional upon successful completion of a Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Check.
Interested in this opportunity? Apply directly through our Humi Job Board.
Applicants will be contacted by the management team to arrange an interview date. Successful applicants must be available for a
mandatory training session before they work in a program. This training will provide Program Supervisors with information regarding safety information, program policies & organizational procedures.
Wage
$17.20 per hour
About BGC Saskatoon
BGC Saskatoon is a non-profit organization that has been creating opportunities for children, youth, and families since 1974. Guided by the belief that
Opportunity Changes Everything, we deliver quality programs that help young people learn, grow, and thrive in their communities through services including:
- Early Learning
- Before & After School Programs
- Neighbourhood Clubs
- Summer Camps
- Youth Employment Readiness Programs
- Parenting Supports
- Mental Health initiatives
Our Commitment
At BGC Saskatoon, we believe our differences make us stronger. We are committed to building an inclusive, barrier-free workplace that reflects the communities we serve and where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and make employment decisions based on qualifications, merit, performance, and organizational needs.
