Northern Stars Leader

Description

The  FFC Northern Stars Program provides children in care with a safe, supportive, and engaging environment throughout the school year. The program combines educational, recreational, and therapeutic activities designed to promote growth and well-being, while also offering opportunities for community outings and outdoor experiences. Programming is delivered primarily from the FFCNWT office building on regular school days, excluding weekends and statutory holidays, with adjustments made during school breaks and Professional Development (PD) days.This position requires availability from  3 : 00 PM to 5 : 00 PM on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays , and  12 : 00 PM to 5 : 00 PM on Thursdays . During  school holidays , full-day hours will be required.

The  Northern Stars Leader  position is a casual role during regular school days, with the possibility of working full days during school breaks and Professional Development (PD) days. Leaders work under the direction of the  Northern Stars Program Coordinator  and assist with planning, coordinating, and delivering daily programming. Activities are designed to build life skills, encourage teamwork, and support personal growth through a variety of experiences, including on-the-land learning, team-building games, arts and crafts, and other structured recreational activities.

Responsibilities

• Follow the daily programming set by the Program Coordinator.
• Remind all kids to wash hands regularly throughout the day.
• Actively engage with children at all times by maintaining an open, supportive, and communicative approach.
• Personal mobile phones must not be used while on duty.
• Children must be under constant supervision at all times.
• Activities should be conducted with professionalism, enthusiasm, and energy.
• Respect all equipment and facilities, and ensure proper care, use, and maintenance of them.
• Prepare / set-up / supervise / take part in a variety of children’s games activities (e.g., arts & crafts, games, storytelling, and cultural or recreational programs).
• Commitment to creating a safe, inclusive, and nurturing environment for all children.
• Able to work collaboratively with the Program Coordinator and other team members.
• Flexibility and problem-solving skills to adapt to the needs of children and the program.
• Ensure all spaces are cleaned and sanitized at the end of each day.
• Read through the Handbook to follow other rules and regulations.

Qualifications