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Job Description:
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Reporting to the Interpretation Officer, the Lead Camp Counsellor oversees Camp Counsellors and
volunteers, and creates a fun and safe environment in which children are inspired and informed about
Canada's scientific and technological heritage at the Canada Science and Technology Museum. The
Lead Camp Counsellor assists in camp program development and trains Camp Counsellors on the
various STEAM (Science, technology, engineering, art, mathematics) activities using creativity and
strong leadership skills. The Lead Camp Counsellor assists in the coordination and daily preparation
of camps, delivers camp programs alongside Camp Counsellors, and performs other camp duties.
Education and Experience:
As an ideal candidate, you hold a completion of minimum one (1) year University or College, or an acceptable combination of
education, training and experience.
You also have experience in the following areas:
- Previous interpretation, education, early childhood education, or theatrical experience in museums, camps,
parks, tourism, schools and /or related fields is required;
- Experience working with children, and /or with children on the autism spectrum or with special needs;
- Experience coordinating logisitics;
- Experience training colleagues;
- Experience working with robotics, coding and LEGO’s robotic products is an asset;
- Experience at the Canada Science and Technology Museum is also an asset.
* Current Standard 1st Aid/CPR "C"/Automated External Defibrillator
* Vulnerable Sector Check
RATED REQUIREMENTS
Knowledge:
- Knowledge of science, technology, robotics, and/or coding;
- Knowledge of learning theories and interpretive techniques;
- Knowledge of the mandate and the organization of Ingenium.
Abilities:
- Ability to deliver dynamic interpretive and educational programs;
- Ability to simplify complex information about science and technology and explain it to children and
colleagues;
- Capable of performing physical labour of lifting, moving (chairs/tables etc.), walking and standing for long
periods of time (very active job);
- Ability to work under pressure;
- Ability to work effectively in a team situation;
- Ability to work well without continuous supervision;
- Ability to communicate both orally in both official languages ;
- Ability to effectively represent the Corporation in a professional manner.
Personal Suitability:
- High energy, self-starter
- Experience and/or desire to work with children and youth in a camp setting
- Friendly, responsible, service oriented attitude
- Excellent communication and people skills
- Strong team player
- Creative problem solver
- A high degree of initiative and judgement
- Attention to details
- Demonstrates interest in science and/or technology
If you are interested in this opportunity, please forward your cover letter and curriculum vitae indicating the
reference number 2018/2019-CSTMC-144 in your email's Subject line, no later than the closing date to:
competition@ingeniumcanada.org
The CSTMC is committed to the principles of employment equity.
Résumés received for this position will not be accepted after the indicated closing time (midnight) and date.
Please note that only candidates who are selected for the next stage of this selection process will be contacted.
As a result of this competition, we may establish an eligibility list that may serve to staff similar positions.
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