YPHD Substitute Programmer- job post YMCA of Greater Halifax/Dartmouth
Job Description
Program: YMCA Physical Healthy Development Before and After School (YPHD)
Location: All five sites:
St. Catherine’s Elementary School
Duc d’Anville Elementary School
Inglis Street Elementary School
Westmount Elementary School
Joseph Howe Elementary School
Position Status: Full Time and Part Time positions available
Contract Period: September 2026 – June 2027
Compensation: $17.00 per hour
There is potential inside all of us – we all have it in us to shine.
Every charity exists to help solve a problem – our charity exists to help solve many problems, from childcare shortages, social isolation, mental health issues, access to wellness, and more.
Today, our network is spread across 100+ program locations in HRM and the province, meeting the most urgent needs of our communities in mental health supports, accessible childcare, supporting an increasing immigrant population, safe spaces for youth to grow and lead, helping to navigate a precarious labour market, delivering wellness programming for all, and creating community for isolated older adults.
We give people the tools, encouragement, and safe space to discover their inner strength. When they know someone’s in their corner, with unconditional support, they realize they can do more than they thought possible.
It’s your support, expertise, and guidance that helps people ignite their full potential and shape our neighbourhoods into vibrant and healthy communities.
With us at their side, they can Shine On.
As part of your total compensation:
Receive a complimentary YMCA membership to our Health & Fitness facilities
Access to Y at Home, where you can participate in fitness programs from your own home
Full time Employees also receive:
3 weeks’ vacation entitlement and paid wellness days
Comprehensive benefits package and pension
Complimentary wellbeing and counselling services
About the Role
Reporting to the Site Coordinator at the specific site, the YPHD Substitute Programmer is responsible for delivering high-quality programming that creates a safe, inclusive, engaging, and nurturing environment where children can learn, grow, and thrive.
The Substitute Programmer ensures compliance with all YMCA policies, procedures, and Provincial Before and After Program (BAP) requirements while actively supervising children and fostering meaningful learning experiences through play.
