In Person Soar to Secondary Program Facilitator

**Job Title(s)**:SOAR to Secondary **IN PERSON** - Program Facilitator

**Reports to**:Program Coordinator

**Rate of Pay**: $18.00/hour

**Time Commitment**: 2 hours per week for 6 weeks (in addition to training hours)

Location*: Our Lady of the Holy Rosary Catholic Elementary School (41 Collier Rd S, Thorold, ON L2V 3S9)*

**Work Schedule**

April 30 - June 4, 2025 (6 weeks)

Wednesdays** from 5:30 - 7:30 pm (2 hours)
- Note: Program runs from 6:00 - 7:00 pm_

**Mandatory Training Information**

**Location**:Our Lady of the Holy Rosary Catholic Elementary School (41 Collier Rd S, Thorold, ON L2V 3S9)*

**Date**: Wednesday, April 23, 2025

**Time**:6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

**Program Instructors must be available at the specified times.

** Program training is required for new and returning program staff and volunteers.

Position Summary

SOAR Secondary Program Facilitators will support the Learning Disabilities Association of Niagara Region (LDANR)’s SOAR Secondary program. SOAR Secondary is a small-group, self-advocacy and transition program for students in Grades 7 and 8 with a diagnosed, identified, or suspected learning disability. The program aims to ease the transition to secondary school by equipping students with the necessary skills to navigate their new school environment and advocate for their learning needs, thus fostering strong socio-emotional skills to set them up for success. Throughout the program, participants work on identifying their individual strengths and areas of improvement, communicating their needs, and developing strategies to prepare for a positive transition to secondary.

Program Facilitators will assist in the implementation, delivery, and supervision of the SOAR Secondary program.

**Responsibilities**:

- Support the Program Coordinator to implement and deliver the SOAR Secondary program;
- Act as a liaison between caregivers and the Program Coordinator;
- Communicate any LDANR updates to participants and caregivers;
- Answer caregiver questions and concerns;
- Provide observation notes and caregiver feedback to the Program Coordinator;
- Report to the Program Coordinator weekly;
- Other duties as required.

Program Facilitators will:

- Implement interactive activities and lessons to target skills and goals which align with weekly program themes;
- Ensure a smooth and timely transition between activities;
- Regulate and track program participant attendance;
- Assist with pre
- and post-assessments for each participant registered in the SOAR Secondary program.

Mandatory Activities
- Attend program training and orientation;
- Report to the Program Coordinator on a weekly basis with feedback and timesheet;
- Transport program materials and supplies (Two large bins) to and from program site (in-person only)
- Transport program materials and supplies **(Two large bins) to and from program site (in-person only)**:

- **Have access to a laptop to facilitate presentations for each session**:

- Return program materials and supplies at the end of the program season (in-person only)

Qualifications and Skills Required

Additional requirements and assets include:

- Police Vulnerable Sector Clearance (PVSC) within one year (*required);
- First Aid and CPR-C (*required);
- Completion of the Accessibility of Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) Training Module - (*required upon commencement of position);
- Completion of the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) Training Module - (*required upon commencement of position);
- Previous experience working with individuals with learning disabilities and/or children;
- Previous experience managing groups of people;
- Bachelor of Education or related field is an asset, but not required;
- Background in Child and Youth Studies is an asset, but not required.

Participants should demonstrate:

- Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
- The ability to work independently and as part of a team;
- Organizational skills, responsibility, patience and reliability;
- The ability to meet deadlines within a specified timeframe.

**Benefits**:
Program Facilitators will develop the following skills:

- Understanding the functions of and roles within the LDANR;
- Identifying and utilizing community resources;
- Gaining understanding of the issues and needs of clients;
- Increased knowledge of Learning Disabilities.

Support Provided

Training for this position will be provided at the orientation session prior to programs commencing. In addition, the Program Coordinator is available on an ongoing basis to answer questions and provide assistance as needed. Program Facilitators will have full access to our resource library/center for resources, tools, games, etc. that would be useful for SOAR Secondary program sessions.

Application Procedure

Click Here to Submit a Program Staff Application

Any inquiries regarding this opportunity can be sent to Taylor Lloyd, Program Coordinator

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

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