Before and After School Program Coordinator

The YMCA of Saskatoon is seeking a Part-Time Permanent BASC Coordinator to support the delivery of high-quality Before and After School Care programming across all school sites.

The Role of the BASC Coordinator is to:

• Coordinate and oversee the delivery of high-quality BASC programming across all school sites, ensuring alignment with YMCA objectives, standards, and a commitment to excellence.
• Champion and model the YMCA’s vision, mission, and values while promoting a culture of quality, accountability, and inclusion across all programs.
• Provide coaching, accountability, and operational support to BASC Team Leads and BASC Leaders in partnership with the BASC Manager.
• Promote the learning, development, safety, and well-being of school-aged children by ensuring consistent, high-quality programming, care, and supervision across all BASC locations.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate the purchasing, organization, and distribution of program supplies to ensure all school sites are adequately equipped each month.
• Prepare and distribute enrollment information, staff identification materials, and other required program resources to school sites.
• Communicate program goals, activity ideas, and best practices to support staff in delivering high-quality programming and care.
• Maintain a regular presence in school programs by working at least one shift per month at each site and providing coverage during staffing shortages or other critical situations to ensure required child-to-staff ratios are maintained.
• Conduct routine site visits to monitor program quality, build relationships with staff, families, and school administrators, and provide ongoing support.
• Provide coaching and guidance to staff on behaviour management strategies and effective child supervision practices.
• Maintain regular communication with BASC staff and serve as a resource for operational questions, problem-solving, and support during program hours whenever possible.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements and Qualifications:

• Minimum 4 years of experience working with school-aged children in a childcare, recreation, or educational setting.
• Strong understanding of healthy child development and age-appropriate programming.
• Ability to learn, apply, and communicate YMCA policies, procedures, and expectations effectively.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to take initiative, work independently, and make sound decisions.
• Valid Class 5 driver's license and access to reliable transportation for travel between program locations.
• Proficiency with computers, mobile technology, email, and messaging applications.
• Current First Aid and CPR certification.
• Current Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Check completed within the last 6 months.
• Early Childhood Education Level 1, Educational Assistant Certificate, or related education is considered an asset.

Position Details:

• Reporting to: BASC Manager
• Part-Time Permanent Position
• Start Date: August 12, 2026
• 25 hours per week
• Mondays to Fridays; must be available to work some shifts from 7:00 am to 10:00 am or 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm
• Starting Rate: $18.50/hour
• Group benefits, including health, dental, life insurance, and Employee Assistance Program, after 3 months of employment
• Paid vacation and travel expenses

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