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Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority > Job Advertisement - Outreach Educator 

The Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority (the Conservation Authority), an internationally recognized leader in watershed management, is seeking to fill the position of:

Outreach Educator

14-month Contract

Bradford, Ontario

Wage Range: $34.48 - $40.15

Reporting to the Manager, Education, the Outreach Educator is responsible for developing and delivering outdoor and environmental education programs (in-person and virtual) to school groups throughout the Lake Simcoe watershed, The Outreach Educator will also plan and lead community programs and services across the watershed, with the overall goal of connecting watershed residents to their local environment and to generate support, commitment, and action for a healthy watershed.

What you offer

• Bachelor's degree in education, Environmental Studies/Science, Geography, or Outdoor Recreation.
• Ontario Certified Teacher in good standing with the Ontario College of Teachers is an asset.
• Minimum of 2 years related experience.
• Demonstrated experience leading outdoor environmental education programs to students from elementary to secondary levels applying a variety of methodologies.
• Knowledge of the provincial education curriculum primarily in science, geography, history, and social studies for multiple grade levels.
• Expertise in climate change educational pedagogies, along with the ability to design age-appropriate instruction on climate change mitigation and adaptation is an asset.
• Strong time management, problem solving, and decision-making skills are required.
• Strong presentation skills combined with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Sound judgment, risk management and classroom management skills are required.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, Power Point, and Outlook).
• Must possess current Standard First Aid/CPR certification.
• Valid Class G driver's license and daily access to a vehicle.
• Current and clear Police Vulnerable Sector Check.
• Ability to work flexible hours with some evening and weekends.

What you will do

• Deliver curriculum-linked outdoor education programming to students from JK to Grade 12 virtually, at schools and local greenspace throughout the Lake Simcoe watershed.
• Plan and deliver education programs to community and special interest groups including municipal camps, etc.
• Implement accommodations and modifications as required to meet specific needs within the client group.
• Collaborate with Education team members for co-planning integrated learning programs.
  
• Develop curriculum based educational programs, resources and instructional aides designed to engage and educate students in multidisciplinary concepts, topics, and issues related to the Lake Simcoe Watershed.
• Identify opportunities for program development based on current topics, issues, and changes to Ontario curriculum.
• Support the Education team in delivery of their programs and services at Scanlon Creek Conservation Area.
• Support the Manager in the development and delivery of education professional development workshops.
• Attend and participate in formal and informal professional development opportunities, departmental and organizational training, and meetings, as required.
• Prepare, maintain, and repair programming materials and equipment.

Start Date

September 2023

Hours of Work

35-hour work week, Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 4:30pm

Please forward a single pdf document that includes a résumé and covering letter to the Conservation Authority's Human Resources, referencing Competition #15-2023, by 4:00 pm on July 7, 2023, to careers@LSRCA.on.ca.

The Conservation Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, the Conservation Authority will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities. If you are contacted regarding this competition and you require disability related accommodations, please inform Human Resources.

All personal information is collected in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. We thank all applicants for their interest in the Conservation Authority; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.​