Organization: Destination North Discovery Group
Website: http://www.millsquare.ca/destination-north.html
Location: Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario
Fostering an appreciation for the natural world in today’s youth is
key to ensuring long-term support for environmental initiatives and
stewardship of natural spaces. Our main goals are to foster an
appreciation of biological diversity, develop a sense of stewardship,
and to encourage advocacy for th
e preservation of the natural
environment. We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic individual to
assist with the Destination North Discovery Group 2015 summer
Discovery Camps. Destination North is an incorporated not-for-profit
located in and serving Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario and the broader
Algoma region. Destination North is designed as a place for visitors
(both locals and tourists alike) to learn about, and engage with, the
natural sciences of the area; build and nurture an understanding of
local culture and history; and drive the local economy through tourism
within the wilderness experience sector in the region.
Position Description
Primary Responsibilities: The Summer Camp Program Assistant will work
under the direct supervision of the Summer Camp Program Lead. The
incumbent will assist with organizing and implementing all facets of
the Discovery Camp programs and act as an ambassador of Destination
North and its partners to the community. Tasks and responsibilities
may be variable, but include the following:
• Deliver summer camp content linked to weekly themes and grant
• Successfully deliver partner programming or use partner
infrastructure (Entomica, Mill Market, Canal District Community
Garden)
• Assist with planning of day’s activities and take instruction from
Summer Camp Program Lead
• Assist with maintaining schedules and timing of children’s activities
• Assist with preparing activities and supplies needed for each
activity, set-up and wrap-up at the beginning and end of each day, and
maintaining a clean and tidy workspace
• Lead children’s activities and teach new skills
• Find ways to engage children and encourage hands-on learning where
appropriate; keep children on task and actively learning
• Safely lead children to off-site locations on foot, on public
transit, and with hired coaches/buses
• Create a nourishing environment that fosters creative learning
• Be considerate of neighbours and partners such as Mill Market,
Entomica, Canal District Community Garden, and Parks Canada with
regards to their staff, space, vendors, and volunteers
• Ability to handle (or learn) various insects safely and give
presentations on all of the Entomica specimens (live and pinned)
• Act as an ambassador of Destination North and affiliates and have a
conversational knowledge of programs and projects
Core Requirements:
• University/College student currently studying Environmental Studies,
Natural Sciences, Recreation, Teaching, or a related field with an
interest in working in the both the environmental and educational
sectors.
• Experience working with children, especially those aged 6 through 12
• Some teaching experience, including ability to learn various types
of information and then translate it into teachable material
• Self-motivated, well-organized, and energetic
• Ability to work long days and maintain a professional and friendly demeanour
• Tactful
• Works well as part of a collaborative team, as well as independently
• Have reliable transportation
Note: This position may include working with vulnerable people and
therefore a successful Vulnerability Sector Check will be required
through the Sault Ste. Marie Police Department. Destination North will
conduct the records check for the successful candidate. Please do not
apply for a record check in advance of being offered the position as
Destination North has a specific system that we are required to use.
Location and working environment: The position is for up to 40 hours
per week for a maximum of 16 weeks in Sault Ste. Marie, ON. Our office
is located at 75 Huron Street, however this position will be primarily
located nearby at 35 Canal Drive (the Mill Market building). We have
an open, hard-working, fun, and creative team environment, and work
closely with many partner organisations.
Please note that this position is funded by a Service Canada grant. As
per Canada Summer Jobs guidelines, the position is only open and
eligible to students aged 15 – 30 (inclusive) who were registered as a
full time student last term and plan to return to school full-time in
the fall. Unfortunately, non-residents and part-time residents of
Canada are not eligible under the program guidelines. You must be
legally able to work full-time in Canada without restrictions.
Compensation: $13.00/hour for 30 to 40 hours/week for up to 16 weeks
Preferred start date and term: June 29th, 2015 – August 31st, 2015
(start/end may be earlier or later)
Application Process
Applications: Please send a cover letter and resume with the subject
line: “your last name – 2015 Summer Camp Program Assistant” to the
attention of the Destination North Hiring Committee at:
info@millsquare.ca
Please ensure that your cover letter indicates how you meet the Canada
Summer Jobs program guidelines (we have no flexibility with these) and
Destination North’s Core Requirements, as well as how your past
experience will make you successful with this position’s Primary
Responsibilities.
Deadline: Friday May 22nd 2015 at 5:00 pm, EST
For more information on our partners please visit the following
websites and social media.
Canal District Community Garden
http://www.millmarket.ca/canal-district-community-garden/
@CDCGarden