Summer Assistant Facilitator

Summer Assistant Facilitator
Job Number # 
17679
Employer 
Tofino Nature Kids
Job Location(s) 
Tofino
Ucluelet
Number of Positions 
3
Date Posted 
Apr 14, 2025
Apply By 
Apr 30, 2025
Start Date 
2018-06-25
Schedule 
Part Time
Temporary
Hours 
10-35hrs/week
Wage 
$20-$23/hr
NOC Code 
5254
Source 
Employer
Details 

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.

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.

Program 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-modelling and one on one guidance. Assistant facilitators will be expected to help with setup and clean up as well as keeping children's belongings organized and in good condition through the day. 

 

Qualifications 

 

  • Must have current certification in First Aid and CPR and be willing to undergo a criminal record check. 
  • MUST HAVE local accommodation and Drivers Licence / use of a vehicle to travel to camp locations. 
  • Have good communication skills, ability to work as part of a team, and the 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 being outdoors all day.​

       

       Preferred Skills/Experience 

  • Experience with nature school, outdoor programs, summer camps, or the Forest School Model Method.
  • Strong Survival Skills and knowledge of Pacific Northwest flora and fauna. 
  • Bilingual French and English.
  • Bronze Cross Lifesaving Certificate.
  • ECE
How to Apply 

 

Please submit a cover letter and resume with two relevant references to tofinonaturekids@gmail.com by 10pm on April 30th, 2025.