Recreation Coordinator

Recreation Coordinator

Location: Pickle Lake, ON

(Non-Union Support Staff - 12 month position - Temporary - Full Time)

Start Date: Immediately until September 30, 2026 with possibility of extension

Hours: 2:00-10:00 p.m. (flexible)

Keewatin-Patricia District School Board (KPDSB) is situated in beautiful Northwestern Ontario. KPDSB serves the educational needs of approximately 5,000 students within 17 elementary and 6 secondary schools in the communities of Kenora, Sioux Narrows, Vermilion Bay, Ear Falls, Red Lake, Dryden, Sioux Lookout, Ignace, Pickle Lake, Savant Lake, and Upsala. Additional information regarding the Board is available on the Board's web site at

The Recreation Coordinator will be responsible for planning, organizing, and implementing recreational programs and cultural activities for students. The ideal candidate will have a passion for promoting social engagement and overall well-being among students.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and execute a diverse range of recreational programs and cultural activities suitable for students
• Collaborate with school staff, students, and community partners to identify interests and preferences to tailor programs accordingly
• Foster a positive and inclusive environment that encourages student participation and engagement in recreational programs

• Implement strategies to address the diverse needs and interests of the student body

• Work with community partners and Elders to plan for programs and activities

• Ensure proper planning, logistics, and communication to ensure successful events

• Book, coordinate, and ensure facilities are well-maintained and accessible for scheduled activities

• Coordinate with school administration to secure necessary resources for recreational programs
• Promote programs and activities to students and caregivers
• Utilize various communication channels to keep the school community informed about upcoming events and opportunities to advocate for and to communicate the needs of students

• Work closely with teachers, administrators, and other school staff to integrate recreational programs into school programming (curricular, extracurricular, and outside of the school day)

• Maintain accurate records of program attendance, feedback, and other relevant data

• Conduct regular evaluations of programs to assess their effectiveness and make improvements as needed
• Coordinate with other organizations/agencies to advertise for their programming and co-plan activities with them

Education and Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in Recreation or related field preferred
• Previous experience working with students in a recreational or educational setting preferred.
• Extensive experience working with First Nations, Metis and Inuit students, their families and communities within Northwestern Ontario
• Trauma informed training and/or willingness to obtain
• Drivers license required

Knowledge and Attributes

• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse group of stakeholders
• CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain)
• Knowledge of safety protocols and regulations related to recreational activities.
• Understanding barriers students may face to attend school

This position will be posted until Friday, October 4, 2024 at 4:00pm. Applicants must include the name of three professional references with authorization for the Keewatin Patricia District School Board to contact the references under the terms of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.

Samantha Hager, Human Resources Officer

The Board thanks all applicants for indicating their interest in this position, however, only those selected for a personal interview will be contacted.

Confidential Information provided by applicants will be used for the purpose of this competition only and will be protected in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.

This Board is an equal opportunity employer.

The Keewatin-Patricia District School Board encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

C. Radbourne, Director of Education

R. Griffiths, Board Chair