ESP Permanent Outdoor Education Specialist - Step 2 (INT to EA, ECE, CYW, T

at  Bluewater district

PERMANENT OUTDOOR EDUCATION SPECIALIST ASSIGNMENT

The Bluewater Outdoor Education Centre (BOEC) is the outdoor education facility that serves the students of Bluewater District School Board. The BOEC provides opportunities for students to connect with nature and learn outdoor skills in accordance with the Ontario curriculum.
Eligibility:
First Consideration: Permanent Educational Assistants, Early Childhood Educators and Child and Youth Workers (full-time or part-time).
Second Consideration: Qualified members on recall (Educational Assistants, Early Childhood Educators and Child and Youth Workers)
Third Consideration: Temporary Educational Assistants, Temporary Early Childhood Educators, Temporary Child and Youth Workers and Temporary Outdoor Education Specialists (on applicable supply list) may apply.
Qualified applicants that meet the eligibility requirements will be considered for an interview.
We thank everyone for applying, however, only applicants who will be moving forward in the selection process will be contacted.
Application Process:
Qualified applicants are invited to apply for this position online using Apply to Education (ATE) at https://bwdsb.simplication.com/ .
Please include the following in your application: resume, cover letter, minimum two professional references (with written permission to contact) as well as proof of relevant post secondary education completed. First consideration applications are also asked to provide current permanent assignment (FTE and location) and current work location (if different than permanent assignment).
Permanent Vacancy:
One (1) permanent part-time (0.6 FTE) Outdoor Education Specialist required.
Location: Bluewater Outdoor Education Centre (South Bruce Peninsula)
Schedule: Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays
Supervisor: Deborah Diebel, Site Manager

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Post-secondary education (Environmental Science/Studies, Biology, Ecology, Outdoor Education/Recreation, Outdoor Education AQs, Forest School Canada certification …or related fields of study)
• Experience developing and facilitating nature- and inquiry-based curriculum for children in an outdoor setting
• Demonstrated interest in and experience as a naturalist; knowledge of the natural history of the region
• Current First Aid/CPR Certification, O.R.C.K.A Basic Instructor and Trip Leader 2 Certification or equivalent, National Lifeguard Certificate
• Command of the computer technology required for effective social media and virtual classroom development

• Facilitation of curriculum-driven inquiry based outdoor programs for students
• Development of virtual classroom resources for teachers
• Site work
• Leadership of meals and overnight duties
• Other duties may be assumed as required by the Site Manager