Job Features
Northern College is seeking Instructors to deliver Babysitting Training and Home Alone courses in our Northern Training Division. The successful candidate will have excellent communication and listening skills, will be able to adapt to change, be punctual and patient.
At Northern College, we’re committed to the ongoing success and development of everyone who passes through our learning spaces, whether they be our students, employees or community members. We believe in investing in those who invest in us, constantly working to build a collaborative and friendly working environment while offering top tier benefits and generous pension packages to our eligible employees with purposeful, rewarding work, supportive supervisors and positive, engaged work teams.
Reporting to the Manager of Community and Business Development, the successful candidate helps course participants gain the skills and knowledge needed to prevent injuries and manage common situations that may arise while children are under their care. The incumbent will provide youth participants with necessary skills and knowledge to be safe and responsible when home alone for short periods of time.
A detailed description for both courses is available on Northern College’s website.
What you will need to be considered:
▪ Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent;
▪ Post-secondary certificate or diploma in Early Childhood Education, or another relevant field of study is preferred;
▪ Six (6) months work experience supervising youth in group learning environments; and
▪ Valid CPR & First Aid Certification.
What Northern has to offer:
▪ Defined benefit pension plan;
▪ Professional development opportunities;
▪ Wellness programs; and
▪ Employee Assistance Program.
The incumbent will be required to provide a Criminal Record and Vulnerable Sector Check.
As part of Northern College’s action on reconciliation, the College recognizes its responsibility to make a difference through increasing the number of Indigenous employees who work in the academic field. We encourage applicants who identify as Indigenous to apply.
Northern College is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free selection process. To request reasonable accommodation at any time during the selection process, please contact the Human Resource Services department. Information received relating to accommodation needs of applicants will be addressed confidentially.
Northern College values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer.
We thank all applicants for their interest in Northern College, only those to be interviewed will be contacted.
To apply, submit your covering letter and resume online at www.northerncollege.ca/careers/