Thrive Time Instructor (Thrive Elementary School)

Thrive Elementary Extra-Curricular Staff

Instructor

Who we are

Thrive is a K-6 public charter school designed to support families’ needs and dreams. The school will offer an accessible and challenging program. Students will have the opportunity to learn and grow in a nurturing small school environment. At Thrive, we have high expectations for both academic achievement and student well-being. That’s because we believe in our students and families.

Working together, we can build curious minds, confident hearts and big futures!

At Thrive, we believe every child should have every chance.

Vision

An accessible and equitable education ecosystem that eliminates opportunity gaps, empowers students to realize their extraordinary potential and gives rise to positive multigenerational change.

Position Description

Thrive Time is an amazing opportunity for our students to participate in fun and educational activities outside of regular school hours. It is the equivalent of a club, camp, or group activity after school. It is a wonderful opportunity for our students to explore new interested while also learning more about their current interests. A Thrive Time Instructor position provides instruction and supervision to children ranging from ages 5-12. Students are split into even mixed age groups, as an instructor you will be responsible for the implementation of program of your own design and choice, that is approved by the school while also providing a balance between other programs offered. Experience and a strong passion for working with this age group is a must.

Applicants that are offered employment following the interview process will be put into a small pool and called upon when the situation arises.  Range for compensation is between $20.87-$27.18 per hour depending on experience. Potential time and days are as follows.

• Range for compensation is between $20.87-$27.18 per hour depending on experience.
• Monday to Friday from 2:30PM-6:30PM (except major holidays)
• The first Wednesday of each month from 1:00PM-6:30PM.
• Potential for additional growth and opportunities

Qualifications

• Desire and patience required to work with children from ages 5-12 is a must
• Flexibility and openness to a consistently changing environment is a must
• Previous experience teaching/directing/supervising children is a must
• Ability to manage a variety of ages and ability levels within a grouping of children
• Knowledge and awareness of group behaviour and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human migrations, ethnicity, and cultures
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to create positive relationships while establish rapport
• Ability to relate well within the demographic of students and their families
• Knowledge of principles and methods for lesson design, and instruction for individuals and groups
• Knowledge of human behaviour and performance; individual differences in ability, personality, and interests; learning and motivation
• An ethic of service to students, colleagues, and community to promote a welcoming, safe, and caring school and instructional environment
• Passion for sharing your expertise with children

Applicants who are offered employment and are new to Thrive Elementary School must complete and pass a Vulnerable Sector Police Information Check or have completed one within the last 6 months.