University of Saskatchewan
Edwards Entrepreneurship Exploration Summer Youth Camp Leader
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Job Description
- Req#: req12380
- Working within a collaborative student team to support planning and curriculum development;
- Maintaining a high level of supervision and safe environment for camp participants;
- Implementation of curriculum and activities during camp; and
- Other duties as assigned.
- Experience working with children;
- Clean criminal record including vulnerable sector check;
- Business background/exposure is an asset; and
- First aid/CPR is an asset.
Edwards Entrepreneurship Exploration Summer Youth Camp Leader
The Edwards School of Business is seeking four Camp Leaders to support the Edwards Entrepreneurship Exploration Summer Youth Camp. The Edwards Entrepreneurship Exploration Summer Youth Camp Leaders will play an integral role in supporting the Edwards Entrepreneurship initiative and in the School’s vision to be recognized as an essential component of Saskatchewan’s entrepreneurship community.
Primary Purpose: Camp leaders will deliver business curriculum to youth attending the Edwards Entrepreneurship Exploration Camps, working directly with youth aged 9 to 14 with the goal of balancing fun with quality learning.
Nature of Work: Camp Leaders will report to Megan Vandendriessche, Coordinator of Student Engagement and Development. The camps will be held in both a classroom setting in the Edwards School of Business and outdoor areas on campus. Camp Leaders will facilitate various activities such as crafts, games, and structured teaching. All aspects of the program delivery are required of Camp Leaders, requiring some level of independent judgment and decision-making.Hours of Work: Up to 120 hours between the months of May – August
Camp Leaders must be available for the full two week of the Summer Camps, August 12-16 and August 19-23 (40 – 50 hours per week), as well as periodically for meetings during the months of May, June, July, and August leading up to the summer camp (approximately 16-20 hours).
Typical Duties or Accountabilities:Education: You must be registered in an Edwards undergraduate or graduate program (or graduating in June 2024).
Experience/Skills:To Apply: To be considered for this position, please submit a short statement of interest (no more than 150 words) and an updated resume to vandendriessche@edwards.usask.ca on or before 4:30pm on Friday, May 10.
Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
Inquiries for this position can be directed to vandendriessche@edwards.usask.ca
Where a graduate student is appointed to this position, it will be in the scope of PSAC.
Department: Edwards School of Business
Status: 4 months
Employment Group: Undergraduate Students - Non-union
Shift: Casual
Full Time Equivalent (FTE): 1.0
Salary: The starting salary will be commensurate with education and experience.
Posted Date: 5/6/2024
Closing Date: 5/20/2024
Number of Openings: 4
Work Location: On Campus
The successful applicant will be required to provide the following current verification(s) where 'Yes' is indicated below. Further information is available at: https://careers.usask.ca/tips-for-applying.php
Criminal Record Check: Not Applicable
The University is committed to employment equity, diversity, and inclusion, and are proud to support career opportunities for Indigenous peoples to reflect the community we serve. We are dedicated to recruiting individuals who will enrich our work and learning environments. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. We are committed to providing accommodations to those with a disability or medical necessity. If you require an accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please notify us and we will work together on the accommodation request. We continue to grow our partnerships with Indigenous communities across the province, nationally, and internationally and value the unique perspective that Indigenous employees provide to strengthen these relationships. Verification of Indigenous Membership/Citizenship at the University of Saskatchewan is led and determined by the deybwewin | taapwaywin | tapwewin: Indigenous Truth policy and Standing Committee in accordance with the processes developed to enact the policy. Successful candidates that assert Indigenous membership/citizenship will be asked to complete the verification process of Indigenous membership/citizenship with documentation. The University of Saskatchewan’s main campus is situated on Treaty 6 Territory and the Homeland of the Métis. We pay our respects to the First Nations and Métis ancestors of this place and reaffirm our relationship with one another. Together, we are uplifting Indigenization to a place of prominence at the University of Saskatchewan.
Driver's License and Abstract Check: Not Applicable
Education/Credential Verification: Not Applicable
Vulnerable Sector Check: Not ApplicableAbout the company
The University of Saskatchewan is a Canadian public research university, founded on March 19, 1907, and located on the east side of the South Saskatchewan River in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada.