SRCE22Casual Summer Literacy Camp Counsellor (3 positions) - Jobs in Port Hawkesbury, NS

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SRCE-22-Casual Summer Literacy Camp Counsellor (3 positions)As part of the public education system in Nova Scotia, the Strait Regional Centre for Education (SRCE) was established on April 1, 2018, to deliver the public school program focusing on supporting student learning, achievement, well-being and overall success. The Strait Regional Centre for Education, with the support of approximately 1,000 employees, works diligently to achieve its mission “to empower our children and youth, within safe, equitable and inclusive environments to embrace a changing world as responsible, contributing and successful lifelong learners.” In 2021-2022, the SRCE operates 20 schools with approximately 5,787 students; and approximately 345 children are attending pre-primary programs at 14 school locations. Located in the northeastern part of Nova Scotia, the Strait Regional Centre for Education’s jurisdiction encompasses the counties of Antigonish, Guysborough, Inverness and Richmond, an area of approximately 11,000 square kilometres with a population of 53,125 (Census 2016). The Strait Regional Centre for Education is inviting applications for the casual position of Summer Literacy Camp Counselor in Port Hawkesbury and Antigonish. We encourage applications from qualified African Nova Scotians, racially visible persons, women (applying for non-traditional positions), persons with disabilities, Aboriginal persons and persons of the LGBTQ+ community. The Strait Regional Centre for Education encourages applicants to self-identify.Work Schedule: 35 hours per weekDeadline for Applications: 06/06/2022, at 11:59 pm.Effective Dates: 07/11/2022 to 08/19/2022$18.00/hourWork Locations-Antigonish Education Centre, Inverness Education Centre/Academy, Tamarac Education CentreDUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESThe Summer Literacy Day Camp Counselor facilitates recreation programs for participants in lower elementary grades and reports to the Camp Leader. The counselor assists the camp leader in designing and implementing activities within a planned curriculum. Supports for persons with disabilities in programs may be required to develop a specific program plan. Other responsibilities include: daily duties such as greeting parents and participants, supporting activities, ensuring the safety and enjoyment of participants, organizing equipment and supplies, preparing for activities, assisting in the distribution and collecting permission slips for outings, assisting in organizing outings and special events, participating in staff meetings. Specific training will be required prior to the start date of the camp and will be provided as part of employment.QUALIFICATIONSEducation and Experience

• At least one season/summer of experience working or volunteering with children in a recreational setting or equivalent experience (such as working with children in a school setting)
• Knowledge and understanding of Healthy Child Development
• Previous experience working with persons with disabilities an asset

Technical / Job Specific Knowledge, Abilities and Training

• Current certification in Emergency First Aid and Level C CPR an asset

COMPETENCIES: Communication, Customer Service, Organization and Planning, Risk Management, Teamwork and Cooperation, Valuing Diversity, Initiative, Decision MakingYour application must include at least three (3) work-related references; one must be your most recent supervisor. The Strait Regional Centre for Education appreciates your expression of interest for employment. Please note that only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. All candidates short listed for interviews will have references check prior to being interviewed. Candidates can check on the status of their applications in Successfactors under My Applications. All employees of the Strait Regional Centre for Education must provide a current (within the last 3 months), and clear Criminal Record Check-Vulnerable Sector and Child Abuse Registry prior to employment with the Strait Regional Centre for EducationJob Segment: Child Development, Curriculum, EducationQuick Apply

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