Posted by Harbourfront Centre
Harbourfront Centre is an innovative non-profit cultural organization renowned for offering artistic, educational and recreational programming across a beautiful 10-acre campus at the heart of Toronto’s waterfront. With events and activities that enliven, educate and entertain a broad public, we welcome visitors year-round and are committed to enriching the lives of diverse communities through creativity, innovation, and excellence.
We are currently seeking a collaborative and organized Indigenous Education Coordinator Trainee to support Indigenous content delivery in our Education programs. This is a great opportunity to work with a dynamic team passionate about creating positive experiences in children and youth education while being able to gain professional development. As this position is funded by a grant, candidates need to identify as Indigenous (First Nations, Métis, Inuit) and must be currently residing within the Greater Toronto Area.
Position Title: Indigenous Education Coordinator Trainee
Department: Education
Reporting to: Manager, School Visits
Type of Employment: Contract, one year, April 1, 2025-March 31, 2026
Number of Vacancies: 1
Rate of Pay: $22 per hour
Hours of Work: 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Work Location: On site, at our waterfront campus in Toronto
Summary of Function
Reporting to the Manager, School Visits, the Indigenous Education Coordinator Trainee will support Indigenous content delivery in Education programs. Responsibilities include administrative and programming tasks such as program registration, materials preparation, and delivery of Indigenous Studies programs. The role also involves contributing to program renewal, assisting with Summer Camp programming, and curating a monthly internal email highlighting Indigenous events and initiatives. Additionally, the trainee will collaborate with other departments for personal and professional development.
Duties
- Support the daily delivery of School Visits program onsite at Harbourfront Centre.
- Participate in job shadowing, training and if comfortable, teaching of programs in Indigenous Studies portfolio, with the possibility to explore training in other artistic disciplines as per interest and business need.
- Work with the School Visits team to refine existing programs in Indigenous Studies and/or other disciplines.
- Develop training resources to support School Visits Educators in their understanding and connection to Indigenous content.
- Review and refine Indigenous content in all School Visits programs with a critical lens to program positioning and content.
- Support School Visits team in the development of Special Programs and/or ad-hoc programming that responds to the needs of the division and organization.
- Assist the Camps team to support the delivery of various Summer Camps programs.
- Provide exceptional customer service to all visiting school groups, teachers, students, campers and/or camp families.
- Support the Registrar, School Visits in processing of School Visits registrations through our Artifax database.
- Prepare weekly School Visits program schedules and participate in planning meetings.
- Prepare a monthly report to Miziwe Biik, outlining tasks, key skill development and hours worked as per the agreement for this position.
- Communicate with teachers to ensure they are prepared and supported before, during and after the delivery of programming.
- Curate a monthly internal email highlighting Indigenous events and initiatives.
- Liaise with departments and outside groups to support implementation and renewal of Education programs with Indigenous content.
Requirements
- As this position is funded by a grant, candidates need to identify as Indigenous (First Nations, Métis, Inuit) and must be currently residing within the Greater Toronto Area.
- Experience in post-secondary education in a field such as education, the arts, administration, or a related field, or have equivalent experience.
- Experience or interest in working with children and youth, particularly in a not for profit or arts-based setting.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact confidently with patrons, staff, and volunteers.
- Ability to work independently, take ownership of tasks, and manage daily responsibilities effectively.
- Excellent interpersonal skills, able to work in a team environment.
- Comfortable using phones and proficient in common computer programs (e.g., MS Word, Excel, email, printers, and laminators).
- Able to ensure student safety during an emergency procedure.
- A Criminal Background Check (with Vulnerable Sector Screening) is required.
- This position is based in Toronto, at our waterfront campus.
Our Values
At Harbourfront Centre, our values—Open, Brave, Rigorous, and Kind—reflect our commitment to inclusivity, imaginative risk-taking, excellence, and respect, ensuring enriching experiences for all.
How To Apply
Harbourfront is committed to diversity and inclusiveness. We encourage qualified candidates from all backgrounds to apply, however candidates need to identify as Indigenous (First Nations, Métis, Inuit) and must be currently residing within the Greater Toronto Area in order to meet the requirements of this funded role.
To submit your candidacy, please send a resume/cover letter to jobs@harbourfrontcentre.com by no later than March 31, 2025. Please quote Indigenous Education Coordinator Trainee in the subject line of your application.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those being considered for an interview will be contacted. Suitable accommodation will be available upon request during the hiring process.