Summer Program Support Staff - Jobs in Saint John, NB

Job Description

DurationJune 20 - August 12, 2022StartJune 20, 2022Application DeadlineJune 6, 2022LocationSaint John, New BrunswickDescriptionWhy Literacy Work with purpose at Frontier College.Canada’s literacy divide widens daily because so many people lack adequate support. Solving systemic literacy challenges is key to advancing social equity and prosperity across our country. Literacy changes everything.Frontier College is a national charity that was founded in 1899. We believe literacy is a right, and that every place can be a learning place. Our vision is a Canada in which everyone has the literacy skills they need to achieve their goals at school, at work, and in life. Our mission is to provide local learning support programs that change lives.We encourage applications that reflect the diverse cultures and socio-economic backgrounds we serve at Frontier College. In keeping with our ongoing efforts to promote equity and reflect the diversity of our organization, we encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and members of visible minorities.We recognize and respectfully acknowledge that we live and work on the unsurrendered and unceded traditional lands of Wolastoqiyik.The opportunity:Summer Reading TentsThe purpose of the free Summer Reading Tent program is to foster a love of reading and learning during the summer months for participating children. The days will be filled with “fun” activities that are focused on reading and writing, along with math, science, music, and arts and crafts. Books will also be donated to all participating children to bring home.Your main responsibilities and major duties:

• Weekly and day-to-day planning, organizing, and leading activities with children
• Affirming, encouraging, and motivating all children
• Ensuring the safety and well-being of all children
• Managing challenging behaviors
• Maintaining required records on a daily and weekly basis
• Setting up/tearing down the tent and program materials daily
• Ensuring adherence to all program directives and guidelines
• Ensuring that the site is kept organized, safe, and clean

Skills, Attributes, and Requirements

• Proof of full COVID vaccination will be required to do in-person work with Frontier College
• Be mature, punctual, responsible, energetic, creative, and able to work with little supervision
• A positive, patient, friendly, and approachable disposition
• Ability to lead, plan, organize, and implement program activities
• Enjoy working with young children. Previous experience is a bonus
• Experience or interest in the fields of education, teaching or community programming
• Ability to work well in a team
• Strong problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills
• The ability to work and play outside all summer and lift up to 30 pounds
• Strong English speaking, reading, and writing skills
• Provide a current Criminal Records Check with Vulnerable Sector Screen prior to the start of employment (if 18 years old and older)
• Be between 15 and 30 years of age at the beginning of the employment period
• Be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person to whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act for the duration of the employment; and, have a valid Social Insurance Number at the start of employment and be legally entitled to work in Canada in accordance with relevant provincial or territorial legislation and regulations.

Additional Assets

• Prior knowledge and experience with Frontier College programs

Working with Frontier CollegeSalary: Hours of Work: $15.65/hr @ 35 hours/week for 8 weeksReady to join our team Please email your cover letter and resume to:Cindy Hancox, NB Community Coordinator chancox@frontiercollege.caSubject Line: Summer Program Support StaffNo phone calls, please. You will be contacted if you are selected for an interview.For more information about Frontier College visit www.frontiercollege.caWe welcome applications from individuals who self-identify on the basis of any of the protected grounds under the Human Rights Code. We are committed to integration and maintaining the independence of individuals and removing barriers to accessibility in the workplace. We are committed to full compliance with the Human Rights Code, the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, the Occupational Health and Safety Act, and all other applicable legislation. We invite applicants to request an accommodation, as required, throughout the application and hiring process.Quick Apply

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