Assistant Facilitator

: Tofino Nature Kids is an outdoor learning program with summer camps serving ages 3 – 12 in Tofino, BC. Our program incorporates elements from the Forest School model, Waldorf Education and the 8 Shields model of mentoring. We provide a variety of opportunities for children to explore and develop deeper connections with the natural world, each other and themselves. This role focuses on collaborative facilitation of a curriculum that models respect and deep nature connection. Assistant facilitators will be expected to bring and contribute to daily activities including morning and closing circles, nature stories and songs, games, organized activities (crafts and survival skills) and free play on the beach and in the forest while ensuring safety and inclusion of all children. The skills the children are learning are passed on through role-modeling and one-on-one guidance. Assistant facilitators will be expected to help with setup and cleanup as well as keeping children’s belongings and organized and in good condition through the day.

• Skills and Qualifications: Must have current certification in First Aid and CPR and criminal record check

• MUST HAVE local accommodation and driver’s license / use of a vehicle to travel to camp locations

• Must have experience leading groups of children ages 3 – 12

• Demonstrate good judgment and discernment

• Have good communication skills, ability to work as part of a team, and ability to communicate effectively with children, parents and staff

• Be dedicated to professionalism – on time, ready to go, clean appearance, timely response to phone and email communications and uphold agreements

• Uphold Tofino Nature Kids Policies and respect other users of outdoor common areas

• Demonstrate experience and comfort with being outdoors all day