Job Description
Location
3150 Commercial Drive, Vancouver, BC V5N 4E3
Full job description
Title: Classroom Assistant & After School Care
Department: After school Care /Auxiliary Programs
Reports to: Auxiliary Programs Coordinator
Interfaces with: faculty, staff, students and the entire school community
Term of contract: permanent, 12-month/year
Start date: as soon as possible
Salary range: $24.75 per hour with a full benefits package
The School
Stratford Hall, an independent, K-12 IB World School, invites applications from individuals who wish to join our dynamic team. Located in Vancouver, BC, this warm, welcoming community is home to over 540 students and over 100 teachers and support staff. Our graduates attend the top post-secondary schools in Canada, the US and abroad. Founded in 2000, Stratford Hall is one of the few IB continuum schools in Canada and has a rich tradition of educational innovation and excellence in the Primary Years, Middle Years and Diploma Programmes.
Position Rationale and Goal:
After School Care (ASC), clubs, camps, and summer programs are offered to Stratford Hall families and are an integral part of the school’s commitment to families. The Classroom Assistant & After School Care role is integral to the success of Stratford Hall’s ASC, clubs and summer programs.
Candidate Profile
The Stratford Hall faculty and staff developed a profile to capture our priorities as educators.
I am a Stratford Hall Educator:
I Pursue Knowledge
I Listen to Understand
I Build Bridges
I Model Adaptability
I Cultivate Safe Spaces
Qualifications and Experience
An Educational Assistant/ECE certificate, equivalent, or higher preferred
Previous work experience with children, preferably in a school setting
Preferred attributes
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to use judgment when providing information
Collaborative and flexible team-player
Ability to provide care and mature guidance to children
Self starter and comfortable leading groups of children
Key Responsibilities
Supervision of students during recess play, in after school care, and support with crosswalk safety.
Planning and implementation of camp programming during school breaks throughout the year and summer.
In-class support for Kindergarten to Grade 5 students.
Facilitate student learning by following the teacher’s directions in working with individuals and groups of students.
Assist with the setup, use and organization of learning resources in the classroom.
Be active in the classroom to help reinforce behavioural expectations, redirecting students as necessary.
Be available to support the coverage needs of the team.
After School Care (ASC) and Camps Responsibilities
(In addition to working in the ASC Program during the school year, the Classroom Assistant & After School Care also works in day camps throughout the school year and during winter, spring and summer holidays)
Assist in the provision of a variety of age appropriate learning and play opportunities that align with the School’s mission and vision.
Lead groups of children in specific sports, games, crafts, learning activities and field trips.
Manage behaviours and adapt activities to meet the needs of groups or individuals.
Application Process
Interested applicants should complete our online application process with a cover letter and resume.
We thank all applicants for their interest in working at Stratford Hall. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. This position will remain open until filled.
We are committed to supporting a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring a barrier-free work environment. We welcome applications from all qualified job seekers, including applicants from historically underrepresented groups such as BIPOC (black, indigenous, and people of color), persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQ (persons of all ****** orientations and genders). If you are an applicant with a disability, and require accommodation in either the recruitment process or on the job, we will work together with you to provide the reasonable workplace accommodations you need.
3150 Commercial Drive, Vancouver, BC V5N 4E3
Full job description
Title: Classroom Assistant & After School Care
Department: After school Care /Auxiliary Programs
Reports to: Auxiliary Programs Coordinator
Interfaces with: faculty, staff, students and the entire school community
Term of contract: permanent, 12-month/year
Start date: as soon as possible
Salary range: $24.75 per hour with a full benefits package
The School
Stratford Hall, an independent, K-12 IB World School, invites applications from individuals who wish to join our dynamic team. Located in Vancouver, BC, this warm, welcoming community is home to over 540 students and over 100 teachers and support staff. Our graduates attend the top post-secondary schools in Canada, the US and abroad. Founded in 2000, Stratford Hall is one of the few IB continuum schools in Canada and has a rich tradition of educational innovation and excellence in the Primary Years, Middle Years and Diploma Programmes.
Position Rationale and Goal:
After School Care (ASC), clubs, camps, and summer programs are offered to Stratford Hall families and are an integral part of the school’s commitment to families. The Classroom Assistant & After School Care role is integral to the success of Stratford Hall’s ASC, clubs and summer programs.
Candidate Profile
The Stratford Hall faculty and staff developed a profile to capture our priorities as educators.
I am a Stratford Hall Educator:
I Pursue Knowledge
I Listen to Understand
I Build Bridges
I Model Adaptability
I Cultivate Safe Spaces
Qualifications and Experience
An Educational Assistant/ECE certificate, equivalent, or higher preferred
Previous work experience with children, preferably in a school setting
Preferred attributes
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to use judgment when providing information
Collaborative and flexible team-player
Ability to provide care and mature guidance to children
Self starter and comfortable leading groups of children
Key Responsibilities
Supervision of students during recess play, in after school care, and support with crosswalk safety.
Planning and implementation of camp programming during school breaks throughout the year and summer.
In-class support for Kindergarten to Grade 5 students.
Facilitate student learning by following the teacher’s directions in working with individuals and groups of students.
Assist with the setup, use and organization of learning resources in the classroom.
Be active in the classroom to help reinforce behavioural expectations, redirecting students as necessary.
Be available to support the coverage needs of the team.
After School Care (ASC) and Camps Responsibilities
(In addition to working in the ASC Program during the school year, the Classroom Assistant & After School Care also works in day camps throughout the school year and during winter, spring and summer holidays)
Assist in the provision of a variety of age appropriate learning and play opportunities that align with the School’s mission and vision.
Lead groups of children in specific sports, games, crafts, learning activities and field trips.
Manage behaviours and adapt activities to meet the needs of groups or individuals.
Application Process
Interested applicants should complete our online application process with a cover letter and resume.
We thank all applicants for their interest in working at Stratford Hall. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. This position will remain open until filled.
We are committed to supporting a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring a barrier-free work environment. We welcome applications from all qualified job seekers, including applicants from historically underrepresented groups such as BIPOC (black, indigenous, and people of color), persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQ (persons of all ****** orientations and genders). If you are an applicant with a disability, and require accommodation in either the recruitment process or on the job, we will work together with you to provide the reasonable workplace accommodations you need.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Classroom Assistant & After School Care position is now open for candidates interested in the Education Jobs sector. This role in Vancouver offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Education Jobs is a plus.