Overall responsibility
The Education Program Support Staff will lead EcoHouse school tours, Green Venture presentations, and assist with festivals and events. Due to the high level of public interaction this position requires a dynamic, flexible, high energy personality.
Key areas of responsibility
EcoHouse Tours and Green Venture Presentations
Lead EcoHouse tours for school classes and community groups
Set up and take down of tour activities
Deliver environmental conservation presentations to school classes and other community groups
Assist with research and development of new education activities
Festivals and Events
Staff displays at local events to engage public in conversation and disseminate program information
Work with volunteers to lead recycling and green bin programs at events
Assist with set up and take down
Current Program Involvement
EcoHouse Tours
Green Venture Presentations
Festivals and Events
General
Data entry and upkeep of the organization’s databases, ensuring a high level of accuracy
Work in compliance with the Health & Safety Act and regulations
Consults with
Education Manager
Executive Director
Green Venture program staff
Reports to
Education Manager
Terms of employment
On-call temporary position
0-25 hours per week, not to exceed 650 hours per calendar year (please note: March – June is our busiest season)
$17.03 per hour
Schedule will be provided 2 weeks in advance whenever possible
Hours will vary. Weekday mornings and afternoons have traditionally been most the most popular for tours and presentations. Some evenings and weekends may be required, particularly for festivals and events.
Shifts will be 2.5 hours to 8 hours in length, depending on programming demand
Qualifications
Minimum 2-3 years of experience teaching/mentoring/working with children ages 6-14
Experience presenting to large groups of children and/or adults
Excellent interpersonal, teamwork, and communication skills
Proven adaptability
Time management skills
Analytical and problem solving skills
Basic knowledge of local environmental issues
Valid “G” license accompanied by a clean driving record. Green Venture uses Community CarShare vehicles as transportation.
Assets
Bachelor of Education
Valid First Aid Certification
TO APPLY
If you are interested in this position, please email your resume and cover letter to Virginia Stonehouse at:
education@greenventure.ca
by Friday, February 5th, 2016 at 6:00 pm (EST).
We will be hiring at least two Education Support Staff. The anticipated start date is Monday March 7, 2016.
Green Venture is committed to providing safe environments for children. The successful candidate will be required to provide a current Police Criminal Record Check. Employment will be conditional on a satisfactory outcome of the background check.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please.
Green Venture is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Should you require accommodation for the recruitment process, please contact us to let us know.