Program Assistant - Arts

Major Job Responsibilities

• Program implementation with a focus on quality customer experiences
• Assist with the preparation and delivery of lesson plans to meet the needs of the program level
• Assist in providing a safe and well-supervised learning environment
• Assist with the provision of a welcoming and positive atmosphere for children to actively participate and excel
• Prepare materials and program space as per lesson plan
• Set-up and take down of required equipment
• Provide guidance and oversight of volunteers
• Establish positive relationships and clear communication channels with all staff and participants
• Maintain a safe and clean facility including proper usage and use of equipment
• Proactively communicate program needs to facility operations staff and communicate any facility or equipment deficiencies to supervisor
• Evaluate situations for potential risks and proactively take action to address such risks. Communicate any action or concerns to supervisor
• Maintain communication with customer service desk to provide relevant program updates and to request support in the event of an emergency
• Maintain a high level of professionalism and handle sensitive situations with mature judgement.
• Comply with all health and safety practices as it relates to the work, standard operating guidelines and the Occupational Health and Safety Act
• Provide supplies list to Supervisor, Recreation
• Attend and participate in mandatory staff functions.
• Maintain accurate attendance and other administrative records as required
• Report any incidents, concerns or site damage to the Coordinator, Culture

Education & Experience