Career Opportunity
We are hiring a Community Programs Leader
Investing in Children is making our community stronger by providing opportunities for children to grow, learn and thrive. With programs focused on literacy and numeracy, proper nutrition, leadership, the nurturing of mental wellness and other keys to future success, we are working with our partners to enrich the lives of thousands of children and their families in London and its surrounding counties. Check out our website and social media channels!
Overview
Do you like working with children, youth and families?
Investing in Children is hiring a Community Programs Leader. This position will start as a part-time position with the possibility of increased hours. The Community Programs Leader will organize and lead programs as requested by our Investing in Children team as necessary and in cooperation with the management of Investing in Children. A successful candidate must be available to work approximately 15- 22.5 hours per week to start to meet our programs’ needs.
Responsibilities include (but are not restricted to):
Preparing and delivering fun-themed Family Literacy and Math Events at schools for K-Gr 3 students and their families. Events are generally held in the evenings from 5:30 to 8:00. (past themes include Cut Loose with Dr. Seuss, A Whole Bunch of Robert Munch etc)
Assist in the development and execution of all programs including our Family Literacy and Math Events, Blue Boxes for Books Program, Young Authors’ Virtual Camp, Kids Power Conference, Kids 1st Day, Snack Stop, HARK, Special Olympics etc.
Coordination of volunteers and placement students (including recruitment, screening, training, and scheduling)
Preparing reports and collecting data for program funders
Researching and creating content, scheduling and posting on our social media channels.
Qualifications:
Post-secondary diploma in Early Childhood Education, or Degree in Early Childhood Leadership, Education, or related education or experience
Understanding of child development
Strong time management, organizational, and record-keeping skills and capacities
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Exceptional ability to work independently, consult appropriately and work collaboratively with a team
Advanced skills related to planning and priority-setting
Proficient in researching and creating social media content
Comfortable in leading programs and engaging with children and families
Police screening for vulnerable sectors is required
A vehicle is required. We deliver all our programs in the community so a vehicle is a must.
Must be available to work occasional evenings and the odd weekend, specifically for Family Literacy and Math Events. FLME Events usually run Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 5:30 to 8:00 at various schools.
Grant Writing experience is an asset
Graphic Design and website management experience is an asset
Details
15 to 22.5 hours per week to start at $18-$21 per hour depending on experience. There is potential for the position to turn into a full-time permanent position. Usually, the candidate would be required on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays with some of those shifts being afternoon shifts. Must be available to work some afternoon shifts to deliver the Family Literacy and Math Events. Must have a vehicle and be available to commute to schools and locations in London and the surrounding area with travel expenses provided.
Application Process
Please apply by sending a cover letter and resume DIRECTLY TO sfinch@investinginchildren.on.ca Sarah Finch, Investing in Children. Please send through direct email instead of through any platform.
We will be reviewing applications as they are submitted. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Please note that only those granted an initial screening interview will be contacted.
Investing in Children Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. If contacted for an employment opportunity or testing, please advise Human Resources if you require accommodation.
Volunteer Opportunities
Investing in Children relies on volunteers to make the work we do in our community possible. We have volunteer opportunities throughout London and the surrounding area that include weekly programs, special events and administrative tasks.
Volunteering with Investing in Children can help you develop job skills, make contacts in the community and gain valuable experience. Reference letters are available upon request. Volunteers must be 16 years of age or older.
For more information, please complete the Volunteer Application Form below or contact tpenner@investinginchildren.on.ca
HARK AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM Volunteers mentors/leaders needed Investing in Children runs a FREE after-school program for students in grade 6-8 called HARK (Healthy, Active, Resilient Kids). This program will start mid-late September and runs until mid June. The students cook healthy snacks, do an active game or activity and learn about resiliency, friendship and confidence building. They also go on fun field trips like skating with the London Knights, go bowling, our take in a production at Grand Theatre and more!
If you think you would be a good mentor for these kids, please reach out and we can provide more information. You would choose the day/location that works for you. You will need a Vulnerable Sector Check to participate. We do ask that volunteers for HARK are 18+.
HARK will take place at Family Centre Huron Heights - 1370 Huron Street on Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays, from 3:30-5:30
Family Centre Carling-Thames- 335 Belfield Street- Tuesdays from 3:30-5:30
Family Centre Fanshawe - 1800 Cedarhollow Boulevard- Wednesdays from 3:30-5:30
Family Centre Argyle- 1990 Royal Crescent- Thursdays from 3:30-5:30
Visit our HARK page or our Facebook page to see all the fun these kids have together!
If interested, please email info@investinginchildren.on.ca with the subject HARK VOLUNTEER.
Thank you for considering this opportunity!
FAMILY LITERACY AND MATH Volunteers are needed to help run fun hands-on activity stations at our Family Literacy and Math Events for JK-Grade 3 children and their families! It is a 2.5-hour commitment. You can pick just one event to volunteer at or join us for multiple events. Please let Terri know what works best for you!
We will require 12 – 14 volunteers to attend each of these events to assist with setup, facilitate an activity station and assist with cleanup.
Visit the Family Literacy and Math Events page for more information and photos of past events.
Contact tpenner@investinginchildren.on.ca or phone 519-433-8996 ext 2 for more information. Please fill out the volunteer application form above to register to become a volunteer.
THANK YOU IN ADVANCE FOR YOUR PARTICIPATION!
Student Placements / Internships
Investing in Children supports education through our Student Field Placement Programs. Our organization has an excellent relationship with many programs through Western, Kings University College and Fanshawe College. Approximately 2000 hours of mentorship opportunity have been provided to students in the Faculties of Education, Schools of Social Work, Nutrition, Family and Media Studies, Early Childhood Education, Early Childhood Leadership, Public Relations and Corporate Communications programs and Recreation and Leisure studies. We value the level of collaboration that these students bring to our organization. For more information on a placement at Investing in Children, please contact tpenner@investinginchildren.on.ca.
“As a student teacher, working with Investing in Children was a very rich learning experience. I was very thankful to be given the opportunity to create and collaborate on projects that were to be used in the participating schools. Not only was working with Investing in Children a great learning experience; more importantly it was amazing to be a part of an organization that reaches and helps so many students across London. To see the impact that Investing in Children has on students across the city made me very proud to be associated with Investing in Children as a student on placement.”
