Youth Program Facilitator (Casual / Part time)

Polaris Youth Lab | Calgary & Okotoks, AB

About Polaris Youth Lab

Polaris Youth Lab is an Alberta-based nonprofit organization that delivers hands-on enrichment programs for children and youth.

We partner with schools, childcare centres, and community organizations to offer programs focused on entrepreneurship, financial literacy, creative problem-solving, and practical life skills.

As we expand our programming across Calgary and surrounding areas, we're looking for enthusiastic, reliable individuals to join our team as casual Youth Program Facilitators.

About the Role

As a Youth Program Facilitator, you'll lead small groups of children through structured, interactive activities designed to encourage curiosity, creativity, teamwork, and confidence.

You'll work with prepared curriculum and program materials, so you won't be expected to develop lessons from scratch.

This is a casual, session-based position. Hours will vary depending on program schedules and confirmed partnerships, with opportunities primarily during weekday afternoons.

Responsibilities

- Deliver engaging, age-appropriate enrichment sessions to groups of children.
- Guide participants through activities, discussions, and hands-on projects.
- Create a positive, welcoming, and inclusive environment.
- Encourage participation, collaboration, and independent thinking.
- Prepare materials and assist with setup and cleanup.
- Follow established program plans and safety procedures.
- Communicate with Polaris management regarding session delivery, attendance, and feedback.

Qualifications

Required:

- Experience working with children or youth in a childcare, educational, recreational, or community setting.




- Confidence leading group activities and engaging children with different abilities and learning styles.
- Strong communication, organization, and interpersonal skills.
- Dependability, patience, and a positive attitude.
- Ability to travel to assigned program locations in Calgary, Okotoks, or surrounding communities.

Considered an asset:

- Education in Early Childhood Education, Education, Child and Youth Care, Recreation, or a related field.
- Experience facilitating workshops, camps, extracurricular programs, or children's activities.
- Current First Aid and CPR certification.
- Experience supporting neurodivergent children and inclusive learning environments.
- Familiarity with entrepreneurship, financial literacy, or project-based learning.

Successful candidates will be required to complete appropriate background screening, including a Vulnerable Sector Check where applicable.

What We Offer

- Competitive hourly compensation.
- Flexible, session-based opportunities.
- Prepared curriculum and program materials.
- Opportunities to gain experience in youth programming and group facilitation.
- The chance to contribute to a growing nonprofit serving local children and families.

Schedule and Location Employment type: Casual / Part-Time

Location: Various schools, childcare centres, and community locations in Calgary and Okotoks

Schedule: Primarily weekday afternoons, depending on program demand

Hours are not guaranteed and may vary from week to week.

How to Apply:

Apply through our website www.polarisyouthlab.ca/careers

We appreciate all applications. Only candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Polaris Youth Lab

Pay: $30.00-$40.00 per hour

Expected hours: 2.0 – 6.0 per week

Benefits

- Casual dress
- Flexible schedule

Work Location: In person

📌 Youth Program Facilitator (Calgary)
🏢 Polaris Youth Development
📍 Calgary