The Compost Education Centre (CEC) is a charitable, not for profit organization that provides composting, organic gardening and conservation education to residents of the Capital Regional District.

We are seeking an energetic and motivated person to join our team as an Education Coordinator. This is a 21 hours per week, one year maternity leave contract until February 17th, 2017, or until incumbent returns.

Work Week: Wednesday-Friday, 9:00am – 4:30pm

Wage: $18 per hour. There will be a 3 month review period, after which employee health benefits can be accessed.

Start Date: Friday February 12th, 2016

Job Description: The Education Coordinator reports to the Executive Director and is responsible for the planning and delivery of educational programs offered by the CEC. This position includes the delivery of workshops to schools, home learners and community groups both on and off-site, on-site tours, and the management of our school workshop program. Occasional delivery of adult workshops may also be required.

Education Program Delivery and Administration (80%):

Coordinate education programs, including booking, reporting, monitoring, and evaluation.
Deliver on-going workshops on topics including worm composting, backyard composting, and soil stewardship. Workshops are primarily delivered at the preschool and elementary school level, with some offered at the high school and college level. Some adult education workshops are also offered.
Conduct interactive site tours of the Centre’s gardens for schools and summer camps
Research, develop, and deliver new workshops according to an approved plan
Upgrade educational program props and materials as needed
Promote education programs through web and print based communication and public outreach
Maintain information systems related to education programs
Maintain the Centre’s worm bins and harvest worms for school programs as needed
Liaise with other staff to participate in interactive educational events in the community
Supervise and train interns and volunteers

General Tasks (20%):

Respond to hotline calls, emails and site visitors: Answer composting questions, sell composting supplies and promote the Centre’s services
Assist with other general tasks of the Centre (newsletter articles, strategic planning, special events, etc.)
Assist with other ongoing programs and priorities

Qualifications:

University or college diploma in a related discipline, with a minimum of three years of experience working in educational programming in either a volunteer or professional capacity
OR equivalent combination of work experience and education
Proven expertise and in-depth knowledge of composting practices and principles
Extensive experience working with children and youth of all ages
Experience delivering workshops in schools and/or other settings to diverse audiences
Experience researching and writing educational materials
Experience developing curriculum
Understanding of alternative approaches to education and behaviour management
Experience in providing supervision and training for volunteers
Experience working or volunteering in a non-profit environment
Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate both verbally and in writing
Demonstrated organizational and planning skills, ability to meet deadlines
Flexibility, initiative, creativity and problem solving skills
Experience with MS Office including Word, Excel, and Outlook
Program management skills including developing and implementing work plans, reporting, and budgeting
Knowledge or experience in ecological gardening practices and principles considered an asset
Must have full valid driver’s license and drivers abstract in good standing (no vehicle necessary)
Willingness to ride a bicycle with provided bicycle trailer
Fluency in French or other second language considered an asset

To Apply:

Submit a resume, cover letter and references via email by 4:00pm on Wednesday January 27th, 2016 to:
office@compost.bc.ca

Subject Heading: Education Coordinator Application

Resume Filename: LastName_FirstName_EdCoordinator_Application_2016

We thank all those who apply for their interest in our organization, but only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.