About The Pine Project:
The Pine Project fosters confidence, competence, resilience and connection to nature through transformative outdoor experiences for people of all ages in Toronto and beyond. Our work inspires a vital re-connection between people and nature. Our programs include weekly programming for children during the school year, overnight camps in South Central Ontario, as well as highly sought-after summer day camps in Toronto. We also offer family experiences and educator training programs for professionals.
In addition to a dynamic and inspiring work portfolio, we offer:
A collaborative, supportive and inclusive work environment
Opportunities for professional development, including training stipends, skills nights, and an annual skills development week
Staff discounts on all Pine Project programs and merchandise
Position Description:
Instructors are a core component of our outdoor school staff. Working with our innovative approach to nature education, this role provides the opportunity to creatively deliver our program curriculum on a daily basis. Naturalist knowledge, experience working with children and working in the outdoors are key elements of the role. Lead instructors work with assistant instructors to embody respect, gratitude, awareness, life-long learning, and resilience, in alignment with our core values.
The central objective of this position is to:
Deliver programs creatively and effectively on a daily basis and in a high-quality manner that advances our mission and vision
Key Position Responsibilities:
Lead and assist in the planning and delivery of the Pine Project’s nature connection programming;
Arrive on time for all programs and lead each team planning and debrief meeting;
Mentor assistant staff and volunteers (Lead instructors);
Act in the best interest of all campers and staff in attendance;
Familiarize yourself with and abide by all policies and procedures including, but not limited to, the staff handbook and emergency plans;
Attend staff training as required;
Commit to developing naturalist knowledge, wilderness skills, and personal connection to nature;
Be prepared to work outdoors in all weather conditions;
Maintain current first aid and police record check;
Willingness to continuously learn relevant knowledge and skills related to program content and curriculum.
Requirements
Up to date Police Vulnerable Sectors Check
Up to date Standard First Aid and CPR-C or higher
Valid Class G Driver’s License
Minimum 3 years experience working with children in a mentorship role
Naturalist knowledge of local ecosystems
Experience with the Pine Project (e.g. volunteering, adult programs) (preferred)
Staff must:
Be enthusiastic, outgoing, and flexible
Be able and willing to work as part of a team
Have good communication, time management, and organizational skills
Identify with Pine’s mission statement and core values
Have a desire to further own naturalist/wilderness skills, mentoring techniques, and/or nature connection through professional development opportunities
Preference will be given to candidates with experience in the following areas:
Outdoor and environmental education
Naturalist experience and knowledge
Survival skills, wilderness experience
Application Procedure:
There is a two-step application procedure.
An application must be completed on the website: https://pineprojectstaff.campbrainstaff.com/
Additionally, please send a resume and cover letter in a single PDF to: work@pineproject.org