Education Specialist

6 days ago

Collingwood, Canada Georgian Triangle Humane Society Full time

**Position Summary**:Reporting to the Community Programs Supervisor_,_ this role is responsible for developing and running workshops and programs in Humane Education to youth and community groups as well as supervising after school and summer programs in consultation and collaboration with management. The Specialist will work to educate people in our community, primarily youth, in animal welfare, responsible pet ownership and compassion for all living things.

**Position Schedule**: 35 hours per week; weekend and evening work will be required. Schedule is 12:30pm-8:00pm Monday-Thursday and 9am-4:30pm Friday’s; during July & August the schedule is anticipated to be 9:00am-4:30pm Monday to Friday.

The Georgian Triangle Humane Society (GTHS) envisions a community that is compassionate and caring towards pets and each other. At the GTHS, we are passionate about solving the impossible until it becomes possible. We support lifelong learning in our team’s continued pursuit of information to empower them in their current role. Our values direct our organization in all that we do, from the programs and services we create, to our policies and procedures, our team, and to how we ultimately care for our pets and community.

Our values include:

- Compassion for Pets and People
- Well-Being
- Perseverance
- Inclusivity
- Lifelong Learning

**ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES**
- Programs_
- Develop and present educational programs to a wide variety of community groups, with audiences of varying ages and backgrounds
- Create educational materials for use in presentations as well as other related collateral (brochures, videos, etc.) that help to promote animal welfare and humane education programs
- Develop new curricula and educational materials as needed and update current materials as appropriate
- Present humane education lessons to a variety of audiences and community groups and attend special events as needed
- Deliver after school programs and supervise any programs delivered by volunteers.
- Be an advocate for GTHS programs and create awareness of our mission and initiatives
- Team Leadership (Volunteers)_
- Ensure that organizational and departmental information is communicated effectively and in a timely manner
- Orient and train new team members on GTHS policies and procedures and monitor their adherence
- Coordinate follow up and on-going refresher training for the team
- Assist with conflict resolution among team in consultation with the Volunteer Program Supervisor and Community Programs Supervisor
- Ensure the team works in a safe, healthy, and supportive environment in accordance with all appropriate legislation and regulations
- Ensure appropriate team coverage by monitoring schedules and initiating recruitment campaigns for new staff and volunteers when required
- Develops strong relationships with team members ensuring that they are engaged, informed and recognized for their contributions

**REQUIREMENTS**
- University degree in an education related field with some experience in a teaching and/or training related discipline with a particular focus on youth
- Experience working in a classroom setting or other educational environment such as a summer camp for at least 2 years
- Animal handling care and knowledge would be a significant asset
- Strong oral and written communication skills including the ability to author/edit educational materials and willingness to present at functions, to classrooms, or other audiences
- Demonstrated flexibility and the ability to work well with people of all ages and backgrounds
- Ability to exercise tact and patience while dealing with complex and sensitive issues maintaining confidentiality and promoting trust and confidence
- Proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite of programs and advanced computer skills
- Valid police record check with vulnerable sector screening
- Valid Ontario G Class Driver’s license with access to a reliable vehicle
- Self-motivated with a proven ability to complete tasks with competency and accuracy
- Ability to work weekends and evenings as required

**Value Alignment**:

- Genuine interest in the welfare of animals and congruent values with the organization
- Value alignment to the GTHS values of compassion for pets & people, perseverance, inclusivity, well-being, and life-long learning

**Schedule Requirements**:

- Ability to work remotely in an effective manner as well as regular daily on-site requirements at our Animal Centre in Collingwood to facilitate instruction tasks
- Work in the community is required with frequent travel to local educational institutions

*We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. The GTHS will endeavor to make accommodations based on individual accommodation needs.

**Job Type**: Permanent

Pay: $25.00 per hour

Expected hours: 35 per week

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- On-site parking
- Paid time off

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

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