Program Instructor, Education

Short Summary

The Program Instructor will be responsible for the implementation of Downsview Park’s education and community programs, under the direction of the Education Manager.

Job Description

• Instruct curriculum-based education programs for elementary, middle, and secondary students with an environmental focus.
• Lead community groups through outdoor education activities.
• Ensure that programs are delivered smoothly by helping to prepare all required supplies and resources and maintaining clean and well-organized programming spaces.
• Assist the Education Manager with the following tasks : developing programs and teaching tools, creating, and maintaining educational displays and learning centers.
• Keep the Education Manager informed of all aspects of programs and feedback.
• Support the Education manager in building and maintaining partnerships with the park community, teachers, educational institutions, governmental agencies, and community groups.
• Take direction from and provide advice to the Education manager, as it relates to the efficient implementation of the programs.
• Assist the Education Manager with the planning, development, and facilitation of programming for the community.

Qualifications

Working Conditions

Able to work under pressure to meet tight deadlines, conflicting demands, frequent interruptions, and heavy work loads.Ability to work flexible hours, as neededWork environment includes in-office, in-classroom and outdoors; must be comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions for prolonged periods of timeMust be able to work in a physical capacity requiring extended periods of standing, moderate lifting, pushing, pulling, bending and reaching.