Job Opportunities

Frontier College is a national, non-profit literacy organization. We believe literacy is a right, and we work inclusively with volunteers and community partners to help children, youth and adults build the skills and confidence they need to accomplish their goals. Our network of staff and volunteers provides excellent and effective programming to improve literacy in communities across Canada, from coast to coast to coast. We value mutual respect and collaboration in all our relationships.
 
We are seeking mature, committed and self-motivated individuals to fill the positions of Camp Counsellor in our Summer Literacy Camp program. These literacy camps aim to promote a love of reading and learning, and increased self-confidence, among Indigenous children aged 5-12 living in Inuit communities of Nunavik, Nunavut and Nunatsiavut and Cree communities of Northern Quebec.
 
Camp Counsellors are expected to work in independent teams to deliver indoor and outdoor literacy-based activities in a safe and culturally sensitive environment. Camp Counsellors will be working with large groups of very young children, up to a counsellor-to-child ratio of 1:10.
 
Each team will be comprised of an Admin Counsellor and 2-4 other Camp Counsellors. Together, they will work as a team under the remote supervision of the Frontier College Regional Coordinators and the Regional Director of Quebec, Nunavut and Atlantic Canada.
 
Frontier College will provide candidates with a fully-paid training prior to the start of camp.
 
Major Duties and Responsibilities

• Daily planning & organizing of camp activities
• Ensuring the safety and well-being of all camp participants during camp hours
• Establishing and maintaining good relationships with community members, and encouraging their participation in the camp
• Ensuring adherence to all program directives and guidelines
• Maintaining accurate camp records as required
• Perform other duties as assigned by Frontier College                                     

Additional responsibilities for Admin Counsellor: 

• Managing and maintaining camp budget and accounts, including all financial records
• Ensuring that all camp documentation is maintained, and reported as required
• Submitting all weekly paperwork throughout the summer months via fax/email

 
Required Skills and Attributes

• Be at least 18 years old, mature, punctual, responsible, and able to work with little supervision
• Enjoy working with young children. Previous experience is a bonus.
• Experience or interest in the fields of education, teaching or community programming
• Ability to work well in a team
• Be familiar with local agencies, leaders, culture and activities in the community
• Possess a current Criminal Records Check with Vulnerable Sector Screen completed by the local police department (Note: All successful candidates who do not have their Criminal Records Check with Vulnerable Sector Screen at the time of interview must obtain it prior to the start of employment. Frontier College will reimburse the cost if a receipt and the original copy is submitted)

Compensation:

• Pay will be issued bi-weekly via Direct Deposit
• Frontier College will cover and handle all roundtrip travel arrangements to the training location and back to the host community
• All expenses relative to the training will be covered by Frontier College

Application Procedures: 
Complete the following Counsellor Application Form and send it by email, fax or mail to:
 
Please note, these positions are open only to members of these communities.

Frontier College
Attn: Mark Anto
4384 Saint-Laurent Boulevard
Montreal, QC
H2W 1Z5
Email: manto@frontiercollege.ca
Tel: 1-866-528-1001 ext.6
Fax: 1-866-300-1431
 
Frontier College is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity in the workplace.
 
 
 

Seeking members of Attawapiskat, Bearskin Lake, Big Grassy, Big Trout/KI, Cat Lake, Eagle
Lake, Fort Albany, Fort Hope, Fort Severn, Kasabonika, Kashechewan, Kingfisher Lake,
Marten Falls, Muskrat Dam, Neskantaga, Wabaseemoong, Onigaming, Peawanuck, Sachigo Lake, Sandy Lake, Slate Falls, Wapekeka, Webequie, and Whitesand.

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.

We are seeking applications from energetic, enthusiastic community members to work as Summer Camp Counsellors for the annual Lieutenant Governor’s Indigenous Summer Reading Camps for children/youth age 5 to 12 years old.

Day Camp Counsellors are expected to work in small, independent teams to deliver a variety of indoor and outdoor literacy-based camp activities in safe, caring, understanding, fun-filled environments. Camp Counsellors must demonstrate initiative and creativity to engage the community, and involve parents, Elders and other community members in the camp activities of the Day Camp Program. Camp Counsellors must be prepared to volunteer their time to being involved in community events, and for evening unpaid camp preparation hours.

OVERALL ACCOUNTABILITY

Each team will be comprised of 2-5 Camp Counsellors. Together, they will work under the remote supervision of the Frontier College Camp Coordinator who is in turn responsible for reporting to the Regional Manager.

Frontier College will provide successful candidates with training in Program Delivery prior to the start of camps.
  Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.
For more information, visit the Frontier College website at www.frontiercollege.ca.





 

Frontier College (FC) 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.
 
Overall Accountability
The Finance Assistant reports to the General Accountant and Payroll Administrator and works in collaboration with the Finance team to carry out financial and payroll related responsibilities. 
 
Major Duties and Responsibilities

• Reviewing documentation for proper approvals and adherence to policies before processing by team
• Tracking and review of expense reports
• Reviewing and reconciling program advances
• Recording of financial transactions for bookstore (social enterprise)
• Reviewing and filing payroll and employment documents
• Accurately preparing and maintaining accounting documents and records
• Auditing seasonal employee files for completeness

 
Skills and Attributes

• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel
• Knowledge of basic accounting
• Ability to multi-task, proactively problem-solve and take initiative
• Excellent attention to detail, organizational and analytical
• Able to commit to weekly hours as required

 
Interested candidates should send resumé and covering letter to:
Mimi Wong at mwong@frontiercollege.ca
 
Closing date: May 24, 2019
 
For more information about Frontier College visit www.frontiercollege.ca
 
You will be contacted if you are selected for an interview.
We are an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from diverse 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.