| Employer | CBAL |
| Salary | $24/hr |
| Terms | 6hrs/wk Sept-June |
| Start Date | Immediately |
| Requirements |
The Columbia Basin Alliance for Literacy (CBAL) is an innovative, multi-service, non-profit organization that provides a wide range of literacy programs and services for children, youth, families, adults, seniors and newcomers to Canada. Qualifications • Current First Aid certificate. • Understanding of child development, community resources and family dynamics. • Strong organizational, communication and facilitation skills. |
| Duties |
Position Summary The StrongStart assistant will deliver programming for families with children aged birth to five. The program supports parents and caregivers in participating alongside their children in engaging activities that focus on important aspects of early childhood development in a play based setting. This position is 6 hours/week (over two days) with a wage of $24.00/hour. It will begin immediately upon completion of the hiring process. The StrongStart program is offered from September to June (as per the school district schedule) at Steeples Elementary School. At StrongStart, the breaks during the school year and summers are yours! The Assistant will report to the Cranbrook Community Literacy Outreach Coordinator. Responsibilities • Set up and clean up StrongStart activities. • Create a safe and nurturing learning environment. • Engage with parents/caregivers and help them to support their children in developing strong early learning skills. • Complete general administrative tasks as per the Ministry and CBAL expectations. • Collaborate with CBAL colleagues, school staff, partners, and community members. • Connect families with appropriate community support services. • Assist with planning and preparing a daily healthy snack. • Attend school district and CBAL meetings when required. We thank you for your interest; however, only those shortlisted will be contacted for an interview. CBAL is committed to promoting equal employment opportunities for all community members |
| To Apply | Please use the contact information as directed in the listing. Résumé and Cover Letter Via Email |
| Contact Name | Katherine Warman |
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| Location | Cranbrook |
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| kwarman@cbal.org | |
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| Date Posted | 2025-12-01 |
| Date Ending | 2026-01-01 |