After Care Assistant

After Care Assistant Part-time, Permanent Starting Late August 2026 Regular Hours are 3:00pm - 6:00pm, while the school is operational Join a relationship-based school community where your work is valued, your growth is supported, and collaboration is part of everyday work. At The York School, a co-educational independent school in midtown Toronto offering the International Baccalaureate from Junior Kindergarten to Grade 12, you will work alongside dedicated colleagues in an environment grounded in Challenge, Community and Curiosity. Every role contributes to the school’s mission by helping create an environment where students feel known, challenged and supported. If you are energized by meaningful work, strong relationships, and continuous growth in a forward-thinking school environment, we invite you to explore this opportunity. JOB PURPOSE The York School is seeking an experienced, and engaged After Care Assistant to join our Junior School After Care Program on a permanent, part-time basis. The ideal candidate will build meaningful relationships with students, supporting their social, emotional, and personal growth while contributing to a collaborative school culture. Reporting to the Junior School Principal, the After Care Assistant supports the daily operations of the Junior School After Care Program, which provides care for students in JK to Grade 6. The program offers a variety of indoor and outdoor activities consistent with a play- and inquiry-based approach within a nurturing environment. The ideal candidate will build meaningful relationships with students and families, contribute to a collaborative school culture, and positively engage in the broader life of the school community. Candidates must be available Monday to Friday from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. This is a permanent position working 15 hours per week, with scheduled time off during December Break, March Break, and the summer. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES * Support the After Care Supervisor in the daily delivery of the After Care Program * Assist in planning and facilitating engaging indoor and outdoor activities * Provide homework support, as required * Supervise students indoors and outdoors, including during student arrival, dismissal, and safe release to parents and caregivers * Communicate professionally and positively with parents and caregivers during daily pick-up times * Administer and supervise daily snack time in accordance with health, safety, and allergy protocols * Maintain accurate student attendance records and report absences or concerns to the AfterCare Supervisor * Support cleanliness and organization of program spaces at the end of each day * Collaborate with the AfterCare Supervisor and Junior School staff to support individual student needs * Other job duties as assigned QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS * Diploma in Early Childhood Education, Child and Youth Care, Child Studies, Education, or a related field * Experience working with children aged 4 to 12 in a school, camp, or childcare setting * Understanding of child development and age-appropriate programming * Strong verbal and written communication skills * Ability to contribute to a collaborative, interdisciplinary team environment that strengthens a positive, inclusive school culture * Proven strength in fostering respectful, responsive, and professional relationships with students, families, and colleagues, ensuring a service-oriented approach in all interactions * Proficiency in navigating a technologically rich school environment, with expertise in Google Workspace considered an asset EMPLOYEE COMPETENCIES At The York School, we seek individuals who demonstrate the following core and role-specific competencies: Core Competencies * Flexibility & Adaptability * Breadth of Contribution * Relationship Focused * Service Orientation * Communication & Collaboration * Inclusivity * Integrity & Trust Faculty Competencies * Planning & Preparation for Student Learning * Delivery of Instruction * Managing Classroom Culture & Environment WORKING REQUIREMENTS * The York School Campus, Toronto * Occasional evening, overnight and weekend travel for school trips required WHAT WE OFFER The starting rate of pay for this position is 22.50/hour plus 4% vacation pay. Within the Greater Toronto Area, The York School is among the top CIS Ontario Schools for compensation. Learn more about the benefits of working at The York School. [https://www.yorkschool.com/about-us/come-work-with-us] THE YORK SCHOOLS’ COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY, INCLUSION AND ACCESSIBILITY The York School is committed to an inclusive and accessible workplace and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates, including those from equity-deserving communities. We value the diverse perspectives and experiences that strengthen our school community. Accommodation is available upon request throughout the recruitment and selection process. HOW TO APPLY If York’s values of Challenge, Community and Curiosity resonate with you, and you are motivated to contribute to a high-performing, relationships-based learning environment, we encourage you to apply. Please submit your application online. Review of applications will continue until the position is filled. This posting is for a newly created position. Artificial intelligence may be used during the initial screening call to assist with note-taking and information review by the Human Resources team. All hiring decisions are made by the hiring team. All offers of employment are conditional upon a successful criminal record check with vulnerable sector screening, verification of education and employment history, satisfactory reference checks, and a review of publicly available online information in accordance with school policies. We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

The After Care Assistant supports the daily operations of the Junior School After Care Program by facilitating indoor and outdoor activities for students. They are responsible for supervising students, providing homework support, and maintaining professional communication with parents and caregivers.

Candidates must hold a diploma in Early Childhood Education, Child and Youth Care, or a related field. Previous experience working with children aged 4 to 12 in a school or childcare setting is required.

• 4% Vacation pay

• Google WorkspaceSouhaitée
• CommunicationSouhaitée

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• Early childhood education
• Child development
• Classroom management
• Student supervision
• Communication
• Collaboration
• Inquiry-based learning
• Play-based learning
• Relationship building
• Health and safety protocols
• Google workspace
• Record keeping
• Curiosity
• Planning
• Working With Children
• Adaptability
• Artificial Intelligence
• Child Development
• Cleanliness
• Customer Service
• Operations
• Child Studies
• Google Workspace

• Education
• Social Services
• Aftercare Assistant
• Nanny / Babysitter
• Child Care Workers
• Nannies
• Childcare Workers

Formation minimale

Diplôme professionnel

Expérience minimale

0+ ans

Langue de l’offre

anglais

Heures de travail

15 heures par semaine