Program Facilitator
Description
Program Facilitators are responsible for leading the groups. They are the ones who ignite the passion and interest in the students and help them understand the concepts taught.
Responsibilities
- Assist with program tasks including presenting workshop lectures, facilitating module activities and projects, and help with set-up and clean up of equipment, materials, and class work space
- Review upcoming module in facilitator and student workbook materials prior to weekly club session
- Assist with documentation and maintenance of essential program records such as student registration forms, attendance forms, facility checklists, student feedback surveys, and workshop evaluation forms
- Attend and assist with club participant registration drives, community outreach promotions, field trips, and special events
- Attend mandatory staff meetings and training sessions
- Complete other program tasks assigned by club supervisor
- Support facilitator supervisor with program workshop facilitation including presenting lectures, activities and projects, in addition to, providing engineering, math and tech support to student Requirements
Requirements
- University or college graduate or undergraduate studying in the fields of engineering, technology, science, math, art and education
- Solid knowledge base of elementary and secondary school math, physics, chemistry, biology, and computer technology
- Solid reading, writing and verbal communication skills
- Knowledge of internet and Microsoft operating systems including Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel
- Works well with a team in a diverse and dynamic work environment
- Excellent problem solving, creative, and leadership skills
- Strong confidence and comfort level with teaching and interacting with children and youth; able to present with great energy, knowledge and enthusiasm to get participants engaged in program activities
- Previous work or volunteer experience in community outreach and a passion education and working with children and youth, especially from high priority or marginalized communities is an asset
- Fluency in languages other than English an asset
Hours and Location (choose one or multiple locations)
- 2-3 hours/week
- Jenner Jean Marie - Saturdays from 3 to 5 pm, location: Scarborough (PAID)
- Dennis R. Timbrell (DRT)- Fridays from 4 to 6 or 5 to 7 pm (PAID)
- PEACH Innovation Hub - Electronics Repair Program for Youth, Tuesdays from 4 - 5:30 PM. (Note background in electronics, technology, or computers an asset) (VOLUNTEER)
- O'Connor on Wednesdays. Most likely be from 5 - 7 pm.(PAID)
How to Apply
Two ways to apply:
- Complete and submit:
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- Volunteer/Job Application Form
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Volunteer/Job Application Form.DOCX - Apply Online:
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