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Job Description:
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Summary of Duties:
Reporting to the Education and Interpretation Officer (Programs), the Farm Camp Leader performs camp leader duties in the
summer day camp program by assisting in camp program development , camp counsellor training, delivery of camp program
and other camp duties; delivers school programs and other programs; greets, welcomes and provides visitors with information
and explanation concerning the Museum's animals, barns, exhibits, and agriculture and agricultural history; and performs other
related duties.
Education and Experience:
As an ideal candidate, you have completed at least one (1) year of university or college or an acceptable combination of
education, training and experience.
You also have experience in the following areas:
- previous interpretation, education or theatrical experience in museums, parks, tourism, schools and /or related fields is
required;
- experience working with children;
- farm experience and large animal handling experience is an asset;
- experience at the Canada Agriculture and Food Museum is also an asset.
RATED REQUIREMENTS:
Knowledge:
- of agriculture, agricultural history, food science;
- of learning theories and interpretive techniques;
- of the mandate and the organization of the Canada Museum of Science and Technology Corporation.
Abilities:
- deliver dynamic interpretive and educational programs;
- simplify complex information about agriculture and to communicate it to diverse audiences;
- work under pressure;
- work effectively in a team situation;
- communicate both orally and in writing in both official languages;
- effectively represent the Corporation in a professional manner.
Personal Suitability:
- must be empathetic to the needs of visitors
- excellent communication skills
- a high degree of initiative and judgement
- flexibility
- works well without supervision
- creative problem solver
- works well with both children and adults
- effective team player
If you are interested in this opportunity, please forward your cover letter and curriculum vitae indicating the
reference number 2018/2019-CSTMC-128 in your email's Subject line, no later than the closing date to:
competition@ingeniumcanada.org
NOTE: Five (5) positions will be staffed.
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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