Children & Youth Program Leader (Out of School Club)
Job Overview
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Date PostedNovember 5, 2026
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Location
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Wage/Salary$24 - $26 / hour
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Contact NameKayla Howarth
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Open Positions2
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Staff AccommodationNo
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Position DurationPermanent
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Position TypeCasual
Job Description
Casual/Permanent
As a Children & Youth Program Leader, you “Take Care of Banff” by delivering a diverse range of activities, and developmentally appropriate care for children in compliment to the school calendar. These programs provide meaningful learning, sport, and play opportunities for Banff’s school-aged residents, helping them grow, thrive, and connect with their community.
The Town of Banff is looking for leaders at the Out of School Club program. This is a great opportunity for individuals who:
– enjoy engaging with children in structured and unstructured play
– are active and creative, and enjoy sharing these attributes with others
– are adaptable and flexible with your schedule
– are capable of taking initiative and working with a variety of children and families
– are prepared to invest in becoming “Alberta Childcare Certified” on hire
If this sounds like you, you could be an ideal fit for the role of Children & Youth Program Leader with the Town of Banff. This casual position follows opposite the school calendar to provide care when school is over for the day or closed during typical family work-hours, with shifts typically running Monday to Friday from approximately 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., including half- and full-day Fridays, as well as full-day programming during school holidays.
Working safely is a condition of employment at the Town of Banff. As part of our internal responsibility system, all employees are accountable for adhering to Occupational Health and Safety legislation and Town of Banff safety protocols. The Town of Banff’s safety culture philosophy is one of continuous improvement, so we look forward to your suggestions to make our workplace even safer.
Starting wage: $24.00/hour (plus provincial wage top-up with eligible certifications).
“Taking care of Banff: our Community, our People, our Park.”
Closing Date: November 13, 2026
How To Apply: Click the “Apply Now” button below to submit a pdf version of your cover letter and resume. Please note that you will not receive a confirmation email. Once you submit your application, a notification will appear on your screen confirming that your application has been successfully received.
The Town of Banff is committed to creating an inclusive workplace. If you need support or adjustments to the hiring process, please contact us at hr@banff.ca. We are happy to work with you to discuss your specific needs.
The Town of Banff appreciates the interest from all applicants and will directly contact those being considered for an interview.
For more information about why the Town of Banff could be your next great career move, please visit: Careers | Banff, AB – Official Website.
Personal information is collected under the authority of Section 33(c) of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy (FOIP) Act of Alberta, and Section 8 of the Human Right Act for the purpose of assessing your suitability for employment. This information will only be accessible to those involved in the recruitment process and will be retained for up to one year. Additionally, this information may be included into an automated system that may be used to generate content, make decisions, recommendations, or predictions.
If a reference check is required as part of this process, you consent to one being conducted should you be identified as a finalist. By submitting this application, you acknowledge this notice and consent to the collection and use of your personal information for recruitment purposes. The information you have provided is accurate and complete to the best of your knowledge.
If you have questions regarding the collection and use of your personal information, please contact Human Resources by email at hr@banff.ca or phone at 403-762-1279, or mail/ in person at 110 Bear Street, Box 1260, Banff, Alberta, Canada, T1L 1A1, attention: Human Resources
Job Requirements
If you have experience working in a childcare, school, or camp environment, along with current first aid and CPR certification we would be interested in hearing from you. Post-secondary education in a related child-care field and existing Alberta Child Care certification will be considered strong assets, and consideration will be given to those who are willing to gain equivalencies. (Willingness to complete Alberta Child Care certification through educational equivalencies or an online course is mandatory within the first 6 months of hiring). Valid and clean criminal background check with vulnerable sector clearance must be provided upon hire.