Friends Uniting for Nature (FUN) Society
Is seeking a dynamic Education Coordinator for a permanent position
The Education Coordinator would organize and implement our summer day camps during the summer months, and our FUN Champs Social Change program during the school year. This position would also involve outreach to schools, program development and expansion.
About FUN Society
FUN Society is a dynamic, youth-driven organization dedicated to making learning about the environment and becoming an agent for positive change a fun and rewarding experience. FUN Society is a registered Canadian charity that creates and runs hands-on environmental education programs for kids and youth. We currently operate our FUN Camps and our FUN Champs Social Change Program in Victoria, British Columbia. Our vision is to be a leader in environmental education that inspires people into action, helping to create a world where an aware and educated society works together to create positive change.
FUN Camps are award winning summer day camps for children and youth ages 6 to 16 where each week focuses on a different environmental issue. Theme-based activities are paired with environmental education and adventure activities to help reconnect youth to their environment and inspire them towards action. Each camper also plans a “passion project” – a mini action project designed to make the world better.
The FUN Champs Social Change Program is an awards program that provides local children and youth with the mentorship and financial support they need to turn their dreams of creating a better world into a reality. Each September we will wrap up our FUN Camps with a gala to showcase our amazing campers and share highlights from the summer. At this gala, youth who are particularly passionate about their project idea from the summer can pitch it to a panel of judges. Winners become FUN Champs and are given not only financial support but also a mentor to help make their project a reality over the following year with weekly meetings and monthly group skill building workshops.
We are looking for an enthusiastic, inspiring, and innovative leader to act as Programs Coordinator and share their wisdom and experience with youth, feel ownership over both programs and treat them as their own. The successful candidate will be passionate about the environment as well as working with youth.
Required Qualifications, Experience and Attributes
Experience coordinating and supervising summer day camps for children and youth
Past experience and a passion for working with youth aged 6-16
Knowledge of environmental issues and sustainability
Leadership skills and past experience in coordination and leadership
Skilled in group facilitation and dynamics
Excellent communication skills
Self-starter, problem solver and the ability to think on the spot
Ability to manage time and work in an unsupervised and self-directed manner
Passion for the planet and all beings on it and a desire to create positive change
Demonstrates this passion in their daily life
First aid training and CPR
Positive, energetic, compassionate, fun, outgoing and creative
Appreciated Qualifications, Experience and Attributes (not required)
Training or degree in Environmental Studies, Environmental Education, Child and Youth Care, Education or related discipline (or currently obtaining degree)
Experience in drama, art, sports, science, technology or music
Experience in outdoor education or environmental leadership
Experience with alternative energy, organic agriculture, bike maintenance etc.
Lifeguarding certificate
Responsibilities
Implementation and coordination of FUN Camps (Summer day camps in July/August)
Implementation and coordination of FUN Champs Social Change Awards program (September – June)
Cooperative curriculum and program development
Administrative tasks relating to the programs including building schedules, preparing materials, promotion and outreach
Liaising with schools and like minded organizations
Supervision of FUN Staff and volunteers (mostly during summer months)
Supervision, education and mentorship of children and youth
Website maintenance
Professional communication with parents, children and partners
Reports to the FUN Society’s Manager of Operations
Other details
Salary:
$1,500 / month September 1st – April 30th
$3,000 / month May 1st – August 31st
Hours:
20 hours a week, September through April (these hours will be more flexible – evenings and weekends will be required)
40 hours a week, May through August (8:30am – 4:30pm, Monday – Friday)
Start Date: Open until filled
Locations: Victoria, BC
Questions and applications should be directed to:
Lucas Ker
lucas@funsociety.ca
250-891-1067
Please send an application outlining how this job was made for you – creativity is encouraged!