How you will contribute as part of the TRCA team:
The Education Interpreter delivers hands-on environmental, nature, and recreation programs to visitors and visitor groups of Tommy Thompson Park and other TRCA/partner sites and facilities. The Education Interpreter plays an active role in customer experience ensuring all visitors have a positive experience.
Major Responsibilities:
Delivers interactive and engaging camp programs at Tommy Thompson Park for campers of all ages and abilities.
Engages with the public and delivers hands-on interpretation of Tommy Thompson Park history, wildlife, habitats and restoration work. Ensures visitors are well-informed about how to use the park responsibly to maintain public health and safety.
Delivers programs at off-site locations (e.g. libraries, community events, etc.) and virtually as required.
Learns program content to be able to effectively deliver interactive programs to various audiences.
Ensures program equipment/supplies including artifacts are well maintained, clean and stored appropriately.
Provides support in program development and administrative tasks as required.
What will you need to succeed:
Education (degree/diploma/certifications/licenses)
Minimum pursuing a post-secondary diploma or degree in a related field
Valid Standard First Aid & CPR/AED Level C Certification
Valid Ontario Class G2 driver's license
Successful completion of a Vulnerable Sector Screening. Employees/candidates under the age of eighteen (18) years are not eligible to have a VSS, therefore will not be required
Experience
2+ years of experience working with children in a group setting
Experience working with large groups in delivering programs and activities
Previous experience delivering environmental, nature or historical programs
Knowledge/Skill/Ability - Competencies
Ability to deliver programs/information to audiences of various ages, adapting style to ensure audience appropriateness
Ability to communicate effectively with tact and courtesy
Experience interacting and connecting with persons of various social, cultural, or economic backgrounds; at ease with a variety of audiences
Strong communication skills to provide clear and concise communication in both non-emergency and emergency situations
Able to self-manage workload and prioritize tasks independently
Demonstrates responsiveness to internal and external customer requests and needs
Must be flexible to work all required shifts, including weekends
