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Frontier College is a national, non-profit literacy organization. We believe literacy is a right, and we work inclusively with tutors and community partners to give people the skills and confidence they need to reach their full potential. In partnership with Kativik Ilisarniliriniq, Frontier College is hiring math and literacy tutors to support the skills of Nunavik teens.
We are seeking mature, committed and self-motivated individuals to provide academic support to high school students in Nunavik. Tutors will create their own schedule and tutoring will focus on reviewing and ensuring a strong understanding of basic math concepts, gradually integrating more advanced concepts, developing study skills and building confidence. Tutors will offer a flexible service, adapted to the needs of the students and the context of each school.
 
In addition, tutors will be expected to set up and deliver less formal numeracy and literacy activities involving children, family members and others in the community.
 
Overall Accountability
Supported by, and working in collaboration with the local school personnel, tutors will work under the remote supervision of the Frontier College Program Manager.
 
Major Duties and Responsibilities

• Promote services in the community (via radio, Facebook, school)
• Collaborate with school personnel to identify students who need support
• Reach out to youth, in school and in the community
• Establish trust and build relationships with students
• Work closely with math teachers to offer individualized support in the classroom
• Provide one-on-one, drop-in or targeted math tutoring sessions outside of class hours
• Daily planning & delivering  of tutoring sessions
• Ensure a safe, positive and respectful environment when tutoring
• Develop and adapt material to students’ needs and levels
• Build literacy and comprehensions skills, where needed
• Track and evaluate students’ progress and program impact
• In collaboration with local agencies, assess interest and needs in terms of literacy programming in order to set up and deliver 1-2 weekly activities in the community at-large (i.e.: reading circle, homework club, family literacy night, math club, etc.)
• Establish and maintain good relationships with community members and parents
• Submit weekly reports to Program Manager and maintain accurate records as required
• Manage a budget
• Ensure adherence to all program directives and guidelines and perform other duties as assigned by Frontier College

Required Skills and Attributes

• Minimum 18 years old
• Bilingual (English/French)
• Self-motivated, proactive and responsible
• Demonstrated experience in working with teens or children
• Comfortable with high school-level math curriculum
• Excellent listening and communication skills
• Good organizational and time-management skills
• Works well under pressure and can adapt to changing and unpredictable environments
• Strong situational problem-solving and crisis management skills
• Awareness of cultural differences and the broader societal realities of Inuit communities
• Experience/interest in the fields of formal or informal education
• Prior experience working with First Nation, Inuit or Métis individuals or communities is an asset
• Prior experience living and working in isolated and/or cross-cultural community settings is an asset
• Prior to the start of employment, successful candidates will be required to provide:
  1. Doctor’s note stating that you are mentally and physically able to fulfill the requirements of the position
  2. Current Criminal Records Check with Vulnerable Sector Screen (Note: Frontier College will reimburse the cost of the PRC if a receipt and original copy is submitted)

 
Compensation

• Pay will be issued bi-weekly via Direct Deposit
• Tutors with receive a fully-paid 4-day training at the start of employment
• Frontier College will cover and handle all roundtrip travel arrangements (from Montreal) at the start and end of contract
• In addition, 1 paid return trip to Montreal— during March break— offering one week total unpaid leave
• All expenses relative to the training will be covered by Frontier College
• Housing in Nunavik is provided
• A monthly food stipend and communications allocation will be issued

 
Application Procedure
Please send your resume and cover letter via post or email to:  
Frontier College
Attn: Krystyna Slawecki
4384 Saint-Laurent Boulevard
Montreal, QC H2W 1Z5
Email: kslawecki@frontiercollege.ca
 
Frontier College is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity in the workplace.
For more information, visit the Frontier College website at www.frontiercollege.ca
 

Frontier College is a national, non-profit literacy organization that was founded in 1899. We work with children, teens, adults and families to improve their literacy skills. We work with a variety of partner organizations to deliver volunteer-run, community-based programs across Canada. Frontier College is accredited under the Imagine Canada Standards program.
 
Frontier College has partnered with Department of Family Services of the Government of Nunavut to deliver literacy and essential skills support to apprentices, tradespersons and individuals wanting to enter the building trades.  Literacy and essential skills (LES) are defined as reading, writing, document use, numeracy, digital technology, thinking, oral communication, working with others, and continuous learning. The main focus of the program is on trades math and science, language and literacy support.
 
Frontier College started this initiative in Iqaluit in 2016 and is now expanding its offering to new communities of the territory. We are seeking an Instructor-Coordinator (IC) to work closely with participants, community partners, and businesses to implement the project in Kinngait (Cape Dorset). The IC will assess needs, provide essential skills upgrading support through tutoring and instruction, and ensure that participants are able to achieve their goals and eligibility requirements to move forward on their apprenticeship path. The IC develops and maintains project partnerships, establishes and delivers individualized learning plans, and may recruit and manage volunteer tutors.
 
Overall Accountability
The IC is a member of the Frontier College staff team of Quebec and Nunavut region. The position reports to the Project Manager, Nunavut Projects.


Major Duties and Responsibilities

• Promote and advertise program on a continuous basis through community outreach and media promotion
• Assess participants to determine their LES needs and to develop customized training plans along with learning goals
• Ensure that training resources and supports are reflective of the academic and practical applications of the program and future apprenticeship path
• Design and deliver academic upgrading instruction, particularly in the areas of math, science and essential skills
• Mobilize, train, supervise and support volunteer tutors (if applicable)
• Develop, maintain and strengthen relationships with trades sector partners
• Maintain learner files, track statistics and contribute to overall project evaluation and reporting

 
Skills and Attributes

• Teaching Degree (preferably in the Intermediate/ Senior division with a math or science teachable) or equivalent experience teaching adults or in the Trades Sector
• Knowledge of literacy, essential skills and adult education principles
• Ability to develop tools and strategies for various learning styles
• Energetic, responsive, resourceful
• Tolerant of ambiguity and flexible to change
• Ability to work a flexible schedule – evening work/weekend work will be required.
• Excellent spoken and written communication
• Computer skills (MS Word, Outlook, Excel and Internet)
• Organized, able to manage multiple tasks and deal with stress
• Possessed a positive learning attitude

 
Additional Assets

• Knowledge of Inuktitut is an asset
• Experience working/living in the Arctic region is an asset
• Experience working in a trades context and knowledge of apprenticeship process
• Experience working in community settings

 
Compensation: We offer an attractive compensation package, excellent benefits and a chance to work in a supportive environment. Housing will be provided.
 
Interested candidates should send CV and covering letter to:
Erin Murray, Nunavut Project Manager emurray@frontiercollege.ca
 
For more information about Frontier College visit www.frontiercollege.ca
 
We encourage applications that reflect the diverse cultures and socio-economic backgrounds we serve at Frontier College. In keeping with our ongoing efforts to promote equity and reflect the diversity of our organization, we encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities and members of visible minorities.
 
Furthermore, we welcome applications from individuals who self-identify on the basis of any of the protected grounds under the Human Rights Code.
 
We are committed to integration and maintaining the independence of individuals and removing barriers to accessibility in the workplace. We are committed to full compliance with the Human Rights Code, the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, the Occupational Health and Safety Act, and all other applicable legislation. We invite applicants to request accommodation, as required, throughout the application and hiring process.
 
You will be contacted if you are selected for an interview.
 

Frontier College is a national, non-profit literacy organization which was founded in 1899. We work with children, teens, adults, and families who need help to improve their literacy skills. We work with a variety of community-based organizations to deliver volunteer-run, community-based programs across Canada. Many of our programs are delivered through a national network of university campus-based initiatives.
 
We are currently seeking an exceptional individual to fulfill a part-time, contract role that inspires donors and enables revenue generation success. The Program Development Advisor generates government, corporate, and foundation grant applications and reports, and customized business development materials, using socio-economic research, program statistics, and evaluation data.
 
Overall Accountability
Reporting to the Manager of Program Development, the Program Development Advisor (PDA) serves as principal writer and editor for a wide variety of print and electronic documents, including proposals, reports, and presentations for government, corporate and foundation audiences, prospective funders, and the general public. The PDA works closely with Regional Managers/Directors.
 
Major Duties and Responsibilities

• Preparing highly customized concept papers, proposals, and grant applications
• Identifying and researching strategic funding opportunities
• Advising Managers/Directors as needed on all aspects of the solicitation, proposal, stewardship, and reporting process to achieve best-in-class products and relationships
• Identifying engaging stewardship opportunities, and preparing stewardship collateral to inspire donor loyalty and bring to life the impact of funders’ contributions
• Generating and using program statistics and in-house reports
• Using financial and program data for accurate, impactful reporting and promotion
• Monitoring external research materials and making these accessible for program development activities across the organization
• Supporting regional and organizational capacity to write effective proposals, reports and business development materials 

Skills and Attributes

• Demonstrated knowledge of securing government, foundation, and corporate funding
• Exceptional writing and research skills
• Excellent organizational, planning, and time management skills
• Ability to meet deadlines and quickly produce multiple, accurate reports and proposals
• Attention to detail, quality assurance
• Excellent interpersonal skills and collaborative spirit
• Ability to work both collaboratively and independently
• High tolerance for competing priorities, complexity, and ambiguity
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office

Additional Assets

• Prior experience with/working knowledge of Frontier College programs and organizational practices
• A successful track record in producing fundraising proposals for non-profit organizations
• Understanding of non-profit impact evaluation principles
• Post-secondary degree in Social Sciences, Education or equivalent, and min. 3 years relevant experience as a development professional or in program/project management
• The ability to think strategically and work proactively
• Experience with DonorPerfect or similar donor management software
• Bilingual (English / French)

Compensation: We offer an attractive compensation package, and a chance to work in a supportive environment.
 
Interested candidates should send resume and covering letter to:
 
Frontier College
Attention: Laura Boudreau
lboudreau@frontiercollege.ca
 
No phone calls, please.
 
Closing date: November 22, 2019
 
For more information about Frontier College visit www.frontiercollege.ca 
 
We encourage applications that reflect the diverse cultures and socio-economic backgrounds we serve at Frontier College. In keeping with our ongoing efforts to promote equity and reflect the diversity of our organization, we encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities and members of visible minorities.
 
Furthermore, we welcome applications from individuals who self-identify on the basis of any of the protected grounds under the Human Rights Code.
 
We are committed to integration and maintaining the independence of individuals and removing barriers to accessibility in the workplace. We are committed to full compliance with the Human Rights Code, the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, the Occupational Health and Safety Act, and all other applicable legislation. We invite applicants to request accommodation, as required, throughout the application and hiring process.
 
You will be contacted if you are selected for an interview.
 

Frontier College is a national, non-profit literacy organization that was founded in 1899. We work with children, teens, adults and families who need help to improve their literacy skills. We work with a variety of partner organizations to deliver volunteer-run, community-based programs across Canada. Frontier College is accredited under the Imagine Canada Standards program.
 
Frontier College currently partners with schools and community organizations to reach children, youth, adults and families through homework support and tutoring programs in Winnipeg. We are growing our work in Manitoba through the development of new and diverse partnerships with communities and organizations. We are seeking a Community Coordinator to manage staff, programs and the Summer Literacy Camps in Indigenous communities throughout Manitoba.  This position will be part of a regional team responsible for community relationship building, logistics and planning, staff hiring and training, project delivery, administration, evaluation and reporting. 
 
Overall Accountability
This position is part of the Saskatchewan & Manitoba team and reports to the Regional Manager in Saskatchewan. The Community Coordinator works both independently and collaboratively to carry out and promote the work of Frontier College in the province and has direct responsibility for project staff, camp counselors, interns, summer staff and volunteers.
 
Major Duties and Responsibilities

• Mobilize, train, supervise, support, and manage volunteers to work in the community and other rural settings.
• Recruit and manage interns, camp counselors and summer students
• Coordination of Indigenous Summer Literacy camps.
• Conduct promotion, outreach and logistics to support local activities.
• Develop and support community partnerships, relationships and model programs.
• Assist in coordinating community-based conferences and special events.
• Design, deliver and evaluate community networking activities, workshops and presentations.
• Plan, manage, implement and evaluate projects.
• Assist with writing reports and manage an annual program budgets.
• Assist with building strong relationships with camp communities and the development of camp delivery plans.
• Assist in coordinating and implementing all logistics related to summer literacy camps including travel, training, food, housing, materials, shipping, etc.
• Assist in coordinating and supporting camp staff recruitment and hiring process by scheduling and performing interviews, checking references, managing paperwork, etc.
• Support program administration, evaluation and reporting by collecting, receiving, compiling and submitting results on a weekly basis during and after camp.
• Support and liaison with camp counsellor teams throughout the duration of the project by community visits, weekly follow up calls, daily problem-solving, managing social media, etc.
• Travel to rural and remote locations from time to time can be frequent and is required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills and Attributes

• Knowledge of literacy, community development and social issues.
• Knowledge and experience working in community settings, with volunteers.
• Experience working with Indigenous communities
• Energetic, resourceful, tolerant of ambiguity.
• Able to think critically, solve problems and manage details.
• Work well independently and as part of a team.
• Skills in volunteer management, outreach, networking, workshop planning and facilitation.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Computer skills (MS Word, Outlook, Excel, Power Point, Access, Publisher).
• Organized, able to manage multiple tasks and deal with stress.
• Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle.

Additional Assets

• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, lively and constantly changing environment
• Experience with travel to and/or working in remote communities
• Welcoming, confident and friendly manner, with excellent interpersonal and conflict management skills and able to work in complexity and uncertainty.
• Experience delivering training material and fostering a vibrant, inclusive learning environment
• Highly committed and organized multi-tasker, with exceptional attention to detail
• Demonstrated ability to manage multi-stakeholder projects
• Experience working with or living in FNMI communities
• Possess passion for literacy, essential skills and cultural diversity
• A sense of adventure and ability to both work independently and as member of a team
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to foster and maintain responsive relationships built on trust
• Ability to maintain a healthy work and life balance

 
Compensation: We offer an attractive compensation package, excellent benefits and a chance to work in a supportive environment.   
Interested candidates should send resumé and covering letter to: 
Thona Longneck, Regional Manager – Saskatchewan & Manitoba @ tlongneck@frontiercollege.ca
Closing date: December 3, 2019
 
For more information about Frontier College visit www.frontiercollege.ca
 
We encourage applications that reflect the diverse cultures and socio-economic backgrounds we serve at Frontier College. In keeping with our ongoing efforts to promote equity and reflect the diversity of our organization, we encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities and members of visible minorities.
Furthermore, we welcome applications from individuals who self-identify on the basis of any of the protected grounds under the Human Rights Code.
We are committed to integration and maintaining the independence of individuals and removing barriers to accessibility in the workplace. We are committed to full compliance with the Human Rights Code, the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, the Occupational Health and Safety Act, and all other applicable legislation. We invite applicants to request accommodation, as required, throughout the application and hiring process.
 
You will be contacted if you are selected for an interview.