Current Job Postings
Spring/Summer Outdoor Educator
Part-time Contract: 8-20 hours per week (Spring) up to Full-time Contract: 40 hours per week (Summer) dependent on enrollment
Position Summary
Our vision is to create and support nature connection, community connection, and self-connection through meaningful interactions in the natural environment. We’re looking for dynamic mentors and leaders who enjoy working outdoors, supporting positive child development, have a playful and active attitude, are passionate about stewarding the natural environment, and like working in a collaborative team environment.
Skills, Experience, and Qualities
Ontario Certified Teacher (OCT) and/or Forest School Practitioners (FSP) Certification and/or Certified Early Childhood Educator (ECE) preferred and/or related field (social worker, recreation programs, environmental education)
Experience and understanding of outdoor learning environments and safety, risky play, group management, conflict resolution, and child development
Experience and comfort with being outdoors for extended periods of time in all weather conditions, various terrain, and ability to perform physical labour and maintenance (splitting and stacking wood, creating shelter, moving moderate to heavy materials, providing stewardship to the forest and land etc.)
Outdoor enthusiast, with awareness of plant and tree ID and/or animal ID and tracking and/or orienteering and/or knowledge of local edibles and/or tool usage and survival skills, etc.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and ability to work independently and with a team
Spring-Summer 2024 Contract Period, with potential for extension
Spring - Mar 18 to June 15 2024
Summer - July 2 - August 23 2024
Note: approx. 2-3 weeks unpaid during this timeframe for term transition unless hired for specific outreach/program responsibilities
Opportunities
Forest School Educators
School Outreach Educators
Social Content and Marketing Creators
Land Management and Stewardship
Requirements
Current Standard First Aid and CPR-C
Current Police Vulnerable Sector Check (required upon hire)
Valid driver's license and access to a vehicle
Compensation and Benefits
Based on experience and certifications; starting wage $18 - $20 per hour
Health and Medical Benefits available following one year contract completion; Dogwood Forest provides 50% coverage
Flexible working hours, hybrid environment, and diverse responsibilities on site, at schools
Join our team in creating a unique outdoor learning experience through mentorship, exploration, and play! We welcome people of all backgrounds and experiences to consider applying.
To apply, please send the Job Application, your resume, and cover letter as a PDF to info@dogwoodforest.ca For more information, email info@dogwoodforest.ca. Hiring will remain open until the position has been filled.
Summer Camp Leader
Full-time Contract: 40 hours per week for 6 - 7 weeks of July/August, see below for week details
Position Summary
Our vision is to create and support nature connection, community connection, and self-connection through meaningful interactions in the natural environment. We’re looking for dynamic mentors and leaders who enjoy working outdoors, supporting positive child development, have a playful and active attitude, are passionate about stewarding the natural environment, and like working in a collaborative team environment.
Skills, Experience, and Qualities
Completion of Grade 11 or Grade 12 minimum
Experience and comfort with working with children 4 - 14 years of age
Experience and comfort with being outdoors for extended periods of time in all weather conditions, various terrain, and changing activities
Outdoor and camp enthusiast, with awareness of plant and tree ID and/or animal ID and tracking and/or orienteering , and/or camp games, songs, and other activities
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and ability to work independently and with a team
Summer 2024 Contract Period, with potential for extension
July 2 - 5, July 8 - 12, July 15 - 19, July 22 - 26, July 29 - Aug 2*
August 12 - 16, August 19 - 23
Requirements
Current Standard First Aid and CPR-C
Current Police Vulnerable Sector Check (required upon hire)(only those aged 18+ years)
NLS (Lifeguard) and High 5 Principles an asset
Compensation and Benefits
$16.55 per hour for an 8 hour day, 5 days per week
Join our team in creating a unique outdoor learning experience through mentorship, exploration, and play! We welcome people of all backgrounds and experiences to consider applying.
To apply, please send the Job Application, your resume, and cover letter as a PDF to info@dogwoodforest.ca For more information, email info@dogwoodforest.ca. Hiring will remain open until the position has been filled.