KEY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES & ACCOUNTABILITIES
Deliver the Green Schools NS program for the 2020-2021 school year.
Prepare, schedule, and deliver presentations and activities about energy and energy efficiency both in person and virtually. (Adhering to the recommendations of the Nova Scotia Government)
Provide engagements in schools, virtually and in community settings to various ages including adults.
Communicate program offerings, goals, and resources to new and returning schools.
Work to actively engage with new schools and also ensure continuity of engagement with schools that enrolled previously.
Develop, maintain, and strengthen relationships with school communities (students, teachers, administrators, parents), program partners, and other stakeholders.
Participate in meetings and training as required.
Participate in the identification, creation, and dissemination of program stories through social media and website content, including photographs.
Seize all relevant opportunities to build, support, and create excitement for the program.
Maintain accurate work time and expense records and submit receipts in a timely manner.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date records in the Green Schools NS database.
Maintain toolkit inventory.
KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS
Degree in Education, Environmental Studies, or a related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
Strong spoken, written, and listening communication skills
Strong spoken, written, and listening communication skills in French is considered an asset
Public speaking and facilitation skills.
Experience working with children and youth (elementary, junior, and/or senior high school students) in a school setting and/or programming capacity.
Strong skills in taking initiative, time management, priority setting, organization, planning, attention to detail, teamwork, and interpersonal skills.
Skills related to working with children and youth including: strong enthusiasm, ability to manage groups, ability to inspire, motivate and gain trust, creativity, leadership, imagination and adaptability.
Knowledge of energy issues and energy efficiency is considered an asset.
Experience delivering youth programs with an environmental focus would be considered an asset.
Experience working in a cross-cultural and diverse environment.
Valid Nova Scotia Driver’s License, access to a safe and reliable vehicle, and willingness to travel throughout the city or province as required.
A criminal record check, including a vulnerable sector check, will be required before beginning work in schools.
Knowledge of the Nova Scotia school system and/or curriculum outcomes and lesson plan development would be considered an asset.
Personal commitment to leading a sustainable lifestyle and expertise in environmental science would be an asset.
Access to reliable Internet
COMPENSATION
Hourly rate: $17/hr up to 35 hours per week. 10-month contract position.
Normal working hours would be approximately Monday to Friday, 8:30 am – 4:30 pm, with some availability required on evenings and weekends. This position is work from home when not in the field.
WHY JOIN THE GREEN SCHOOLS TEAM:
Green Schools is an incredible program, and there is no other experience like it. You have the opportunity to meet many bright minded students and staff around the province. After joining you’ll easily become excited about the future and the possibilities it holds. Many students realize the help our planet needs due to energy consumption and climate change, however, they are motivated to create positive changes and bring forward solutions that will create a better world for all! If you want to have a part in changing the world, this is the job for you!
HOW TO APPLY:
Please submit your cover letter and résumé (merged as one document) electronically to Program Manager, Kelsey Brasil (kelsey@greenschoolsns.ca) with the subject line Green Schools NS Engagement Officer. Applications will be accepted until August 1st, 2020.