Job Opportunities

Frontier College is a national, non-profit literacy organization. We believe literacy is a right, and we work inclusively with volunteers and community partners to help children, youth and adults build the skills and confidence they need to accomplish their goals. Our network of staff and volunteers provides excellent and effective programming to improve literacy in communities across Canada, from coast to coast to coast. We value mutual respect and collaboration in all our relationships.
 
We are seeking mature, committed and self-motivated individuals to fill the positions of Camp Counsellor in our Summer Literacy Camp program. These literacy camps aim to promote a love of reading and learning, and increased self-confidence, among Indigenous children aged 5-12 living in Inuit communities of Nunavik, Nunavut and Nunatsiavut and Cree communities of Northern Quebec.
 
Camp Counsellors are expected to work in independent teams to deliver indoor and outdoor literacy-based activities in a safe and culturally sensitive environment. Camp Counsellors will be working with large groups of very young children, up to a counsellor-to-child ratio of 1:10.
 
Each team will be comprised of an Admin Counsellor and 2-4 other Camp Counsellors. Together, they will work as a team under the remote supervision of the Frontier College Regional Coordinators and the Regional Director of Quebec, Nunavut and Atlantic Canada.
 
Frontier College will provide candidates with a fully-paid training prior to the start of camp.
 
Major Duties and Responsibilities

• Daily planning & organizing of camp activities
• Ensuring the safety and well-being of all camp participants during camp hours
• Establishing and maintaining good relationships with community members, and encouraging their participation in the camp
• Ensuring adherence to all program directives and guidelines
• Maintaining accurate camp records as required
• Perform other duties as assigned by Frontier College                                     

Additional responsibilities for Admin Counsellor: 

• Managing and maintaining camp budget and accounts, including all financial records
• Ensuring that all camp documentation is maintained, and reported as required
• Submitting all weekly paperwork throughout the summer months via fax/email

 
Required Skills and Attributes

• Be at least 18 years old, mature, punctual, responsible, and able to work with little supervision
• Enjoy working with young children. Previous experience is a bonus.
• Experience or interest in the fields of education, teaching or community programming
• Ability to work well in a team
• Be familiar with local agencies, leaders, culture and activities in the community
• Possess a current Criminal Records Check with Vulnerable Sector Screen completed by the local police department (Note: All successful candidates who do not have their Criminal Records Check with Vulnerable Sector Screen at the time of interview must obtain it prior to the start of employment. Frontier College will reimburse the cost if a receipt and the original copy is submitted)

 
Compensation:

• Pay will be issued bi-weekly via Direct Deposit
• Frontier College will cover and handle all roundtrip travel arrangements to the training location and back to the host community
• All expenses relative to the training will be covered by Frontier College

 
Application Procedures:
 
Complete the following Counsellor Application Form and send it by email, fax or mail to:
 
Frontier College
Attn: Mark Anto
4384 Saint-Laurent Boulevard
Montreal, QC
H2W 1Z5
Email: manto@frontiercollege.ca
Tel: 1-866-528-1001 ext.6
Fax: 1-866-300-1431
 
Frontier College is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity in the workplace.
 
 
 

Seeking members of Attawapiskat, Bearskin Lake, Big Grassy, Big Trout/KI, Cat Lake, Eagle
Lake, Fort Albany, Fort Hope, Fort Severn, Kasabonika, Kashechewan, Kingfisher Lake,
Marten Falls, Muskrat Dam, Neskantaga, Wabaseemoong, Onigaming, Peawanuck, Sachigo Lake, Sandy Lake, Slate Falls, Wapekeka, Webequie, and Whitesand.

Frontier College is a national, non-profit literacy organization which was founded in 1899. We work with children, teens, adults and families who need help to improve their literacy skills. We work with a variety of community-based organizations to deliver volunteer-run, community-based programs across Canada.

We are seeking applications from energetic, enthusiastic community members to work as Summer Camp Counsellors for the annual Lieutenant Governor’s Indigenous Summer Reading Camps for children/youth age 5 to 12 years old.

Day Camp Counsellors are expected to work in small, independent teams to deliver a variety of indoor and outdoor literacy-based camp activities in safe, caring, understanding, fun-filled environments. Camp Counsellors must demonstrate initiative and creativity to engage the community, and involve parents, Elders and other community members in the camp activities of the Day Camp Program. Camp Counsellors must be prepared to volunteer their time to being involved in community events, and for evening unpaid camp preparation hours.

OVERALL ACCOUNTABILITY

Each team will be comprised of 2-5 Camp Counsellors. Together, they will work under the remote supervision of the Frontier College Camp Coordinator who is in turn responsible for reporting to the Regional Manager.

Frontier College will provide successful candidates with training in Program Delivery prior to the start of camps.
  Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.
For more information, visit the Frontier College website at www.frontiercollege.ca.





 

Interested candidates must be eligible to participate in the Investing in Neighbourhoods program and must submit both resumé and covering letter through the Toronto Employment Opportunities System (EOS): www.toronto.ca/eos (select Investing in Neighbourhoods)
 
For the access code to EOS please contact your nearest Employment Centre: http://app.toronto.ca/ECPortal/locations.jsp or call (416) 397-1788.
 
Closing date: May 3, 2019
 
For more information about Frontier College visit www.frontiercollege.ca
 
We encourage applications that reflect the diverse cultures and socio-economic backgrounds we serve at Frontier College. In keeping with our ongoing efforts to promote equity and reflect the diversity of our organization, we encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities and members of visible minorities.
 
Furthermore, we welcome applications from individuals who self-identify on the basis of any of the protected grounds under the Human Rights Code.
 
We are committed to integration and maintaining the independence of individuals and removing barriers to accessibility in the workplace. We are committed to full compliance with the Human Rights Code, the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, the Occupational Health and Safety Act, and all other applicable legislation. We invite applicants to request accommodation, as required, throughout the application and hiring process.
 
You will be contacted if you are selected for an interview.
 

Frontier College is a national, non-profit literacy organization which was founded in 1899. We work with children, teens, adults and families who need help to improve their literacy skills. We work with a variety of community-based organizations to deliver volunteer-run, community-based programs across Canada. Frontier College is accredited under the Imagine Canada Standards program.
 
We are seeking independent and resourceful candidates looking for unique and challenging summer job opportunities to fill the position of Summer Reading Tent Coordinator in the Reading Tent program for 2019.
 
Reading Tents, as part of the history and tradition of Frontier College, are intended to promote reading and literacy awareness by exposing children and families to a wide range of books, stories and creative literacy activities. The reading tents encourage children to read for fun as well as to further develop their reading skills over the summer months.  The primary role of the Reading Tent Coordinators in Halifax/Dartmouth is to organize, coordinate, and deliver a series of outdoor reading tents for children and their parents or caregivers over approximately an eight week period.
 
Overall Accountability
The two Reading Tent Coordinators will work together as a team, reporting to Trish Derby, Community Coordinator.
 
Major Duties and Responsibilities

• Recruit, screen and train Reading Tent volunteers
• Set up, schedule and organize weekly Reading Tent sites in partnership with community agencies in specified low income, under-served Halifax/Dartmouth communities, and as part of community events.
• Deliver other requests for Reading Tents from the community as schedule permits (including some week-end events).
• Select a range of children’s reading books from local libraries and Frontier College resources, and be responsible for their safe return.
• Create, organize and lead reading and other engaging, creative literacy activities for children.
• Create a fun, safe environment that also helps promote reading and literacy to children and parents
• Advice and oversee reading tent volunteers throughout the months of July & August
• Follow the Frontier College Volunteer Management Manual
• Maintain accurate records of daily reading tent activities
• Complete a final report of the Summer RT program. A template will be provided

 
Desired Qualifications and Experience include:

• Strong organizational, planning, and time management skills
• * Energy and creativity * with groups of children
• Prior experience with children’s educational/recreational programming is a must
• Experience working with children’s behavioral issues
• Skills in developing creative learning activities suitable for children from ages 1 to 12
• Experience working in community settings and programs
• Skills in supervising and motivating volunteers
• Ability to work as part of a team and without close supervision
• Ability to deal with and solve problems as they arise
• A valid First Aid Certification an asset (however, training will be provided if required)
• Previous knowledge of and experience with Frontier College programs an asset
• Access to a car an asset and will be important in the selection process– mileage will be reimbursed
• Flexible to work the occasional week-end event, holiday event (each about 2 to 3 hours)

 
Terms & Remuneration

• $14/hr @ 30 hours/week for 12 weeks

Application Process & Deadline

• Send your resume and covering letter describing your background and interest in children’s literacy, and prior experience with children’s learning or recreational programs, via email to Trish by Monday, May 6^th, 2019. Interviews will begin as applications come in.

 
 Trish Derby:  pderby@frontiercollege.ca
                                   
   Note:    Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.  Current volunteers will be considered first.  It is imperative that either one candidate has full time access to a vehicle for July & August or that both candidates have part time access. One of the candidates will be funded through Service Canada and to be eligible he/she must between the ages of 15 and 30. He/she must have been registered as a full time student in the previous academic year and intend to return to school on a full-time basis in the next academic year.
               
For more information, visit the Frontier College website at www.frontiercollege.ca.
Frontier College is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity in the workplace.
 
 

Frontier College is a national, non-profit literacy organization which was founded in 1899. We work with children, teens, adults and families who need help to improve their literacy skills. We work with a variety of community-based organizations to deliver volunteer-run, community-based programs across Canada.

THIS POSITION IS FUNDED BY YOUNG CANADA WORKS AND SO YOU MUST:

• BE A FULL-TIME STUDENT RETURNING TO SCHOOL IN THE FALL

• HAVE A PERMANENT ADDRESS MORE THAN 125 KM FROM OTTAWA

Looking for a great opportunity? Frontier College is looking for a dynamic, bilingual (French and English) student to run a Storytime program at the Governor General’s residence, Rideau Hall. Through this position, you will work with both the oldest literacy organization in Canada, and the residence of the head of state in Canada. You will play a key role in setting up a program for families who visit Rideau Hall.

Overall Accountability
The Rideau Hall Storytime Assistant will deliver a Storytime program at the Governor General’s residence, Rideau Hall, and will represent Frontier College to visitors of Rideau Hall. The program will include literacy, numeracy, and science activities. The Assistant will be a member of the Ottawa regional staff, and will work both independently and collaboratively to carry out the work of Frontier College. This position reports to the Ottawa Community Coordinator.  

Major Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop a learning program that includes reading, writing, math and science activities.
• Design and deliver a high quality program for families who visit Rideau Hall.Design and deliver a high quality program for families who visit Rideau Hall.
• Recruit, screen, train, and support a team of volunteers to work at Rideau Hall.Create a fun environment that promotes reading and literacy to families.
• Represent Frontier College to employees and visitors of Rideau Hall.
• Conduct outreach to community organizations in the Ottawa-Gatineau region.
• Identify and collect Canadian children's books in French and English, with a focus on books that have received the Governor General's award.Submit weekly reports on program attendance and activities, and write a detailed final report.
• Complete paperwork for all funders for this position.
• Provide additional support to the Ottawa Community Coordinator as required.

Skills and Attributes

• Bilingualism (French/English) required.
• Candidate must be able to work weekends.
• Skills in developing creative learning activities for children from ages 1 to 12.
• Good public relations skills with children, parents, volunteers, and officials.
• Knowledge of literacy, love of reading, writing, math and science.
• Strong organizational, planning, and time management skills.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Skills in supervising and motivating volunteers.
• Ability to work as part of a team and without close supervision.
• Able to think critically and solve problems. 

Additional Assets

• Access to a vehicle

Compensation: We offer an attractive compensation package, and a chance to work in a supportive environment.
 
Interested candidates should send a resumé and covering letter describing your background and experience with children’s learning or recreational programs to:
Email: sbrydges@frontiercollege.ca
Closing date: Monday, April 29, 2019
 
For more information about Frontier College visit www.frontiercollege.ca
 
You will be contacted if you are selected for an interview. We are an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from diverse individuals who self-identify on the basis of any of the protected grounds under the Human Rights Code. We are committed to integration and maintaining the independence of individuals and removing barriers to accessibility in the workplace. We are committed to full compliance with the Human Rights Code, the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, the Occupational Health and Safety Act, and all other applicable legislation. We invite applicants to request accommodation, as required, throughout the application and hiring process.