Pauquachin First Nation is seeking to fill the new permanent, full time Internal Education Coordinator position. Operating under the direct supervision of the Associate Health Director, the Internal Education Coordinator performs duties for the following three functions within the Education Department:
- provides support services to Pauquachin First Nation (PFN) students enrolled in post secondary education, those preparing to attend, and also works closely with the post secondary institutions. The Coordinator ensures that PFN members are given an opportunity to receive post secondary funding.
- creates a fun and engaging spring/summer camp program for the youth of the community ages 7 – 18, and provides staff with the tools and support they require to provide a safe and positive experience for camp participants.
- develops, coordinates, and delivers after school learning and recreational activities designed for students to enhance their potential and skills in a safe and welcoming environment. The Coordinator strives to empower the students and create strategies to keep a productive and healthy environment for them.
Qualified applicants are invited to email their resume and cover letter to Lori Fitzgerald, CPHR at lori@pauquachin.com. The posting will remain open until the position is filled.
Preference may be given to persons of Aboriginal ancestry and/or having knowledge of the Hul’q’umi’num’ culture and traditions.
The wage range for the Internal Education Coordinator is $28.00 - $35.00 per hour.
For further information about the Pauquachin First Nation and this position please visit www.pauquachin.ca.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

· Grade 12 graduation (Dogwood or BC Adult Graduation Diploma);
· Post secondary education in Educational Support, Career Development Planning, or related field an asset;
· Minimum of two years’ experience in children and youth education; or
· An equivalent combination of education and experience;
· Experience coordinating, implementing, and supervising children and youth recreational and/or outdoor programming;
· Experience leading and interacting with groups of children and youth, within a range of ages;
· Experience with hands-on, interactive curriculum development and delivery methods;
· Experience motivating, coaching and mentoring clients with complex barriers and a broad range of cultural backgrounds;
· Experience developing and negotiating contracts;
· Experience preparing funding proposals, working with third party funders and associated programs and projects;
· Experience administering programs, managing budgets and planning and coordinating events ;
· Experience developing and preparing written reports, spreadsheets and presentations;
· Experience maintaining records, filing and correspondence;
· Valid First Aid Certificate or willing to certify
· Valid Class 5 driver’s license, a clean driver’s abstract and reliable vehicle is required;
· Clean criminal record check with Vulnerable Sector required;

Please refer the Job description for details