Western Regional Office
Applications are now being accepted for the following position:
Outdoor Education Assistant – Killdevil Camp and Conference Centre in Gros Morne
Term: September 9, 2014 to October 22, 2014 (with possibility of short extension)
Duties: The Outdoor Education Assistant will assist the Outdoor Education Teacher for the
Western Regional Office with the safe and effective delivery of the District’s Residential Outdoor
Education Program. The five week spring program includes units on weather, teambuilding,
archaeology and poetry, as well as hiking and other outdoor activities.
The successful applicant will work closely with the Outdoor Education Teacher, Parks Canada
Interpreters, visiting teachers and parent chaperones. He/she will assist with the delivery of
programs, maintain equipment and enhance program resources. As well the successful candidate
will assist with the onsite orientation of teachers, parents and students.
The position will operate from the Killdevil Camp and Conference Centre located in Gros Morne
National Park. The successful candidate will be required to stay overnight at the camp.
A post-secondary degree or diploma in a related field
Experience in program supervision and proven leadership abilities
Experience and/or training with teaching children in an outdoor environment
Some knowledge of natural and cultural history
A Current First Aid certification (minimum of standard first aid or equivalent)
The NL English School District thanks all applicants for their interest; however, only those
applicants selected for interviews will be contacted. Successful candidate(s) will be required to
obtain a recent Certificate of Conduct with a vulnerable sector query, as well as a copy of their
First Aid Certification, prior to employment confirmation.
Salary: Non-Union ($15.00 per hour)
Competition #: WRO OEA 2014-070
Hours: 21 to 42 hours per week (Depending on Weekly Camp Requirements)
Applicants should apply in writing or fax, quoting Competition #, and provide a detailed
resume, including the names of three (3) professional references on or before September
3, 2014 to:
Newfoundland and Labrador English School District
Human Resources Division
Western Regional Office
P.O. Box 368
Corner Brook, NL
Fax: 709-637-6674
A2H 6G9
Email: humanresources@nlesd.ca