Education Coordinator - Ottawa, Canada - Actua

Actua
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Education Coordinator

About this opportunity

Actua is Canada's leading science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) outreach organization, preparing youth to be innovators and leaders by engaging them in exciting and accessible experiences that build critical skills and confidence.

We focus on engaging the hardest-to-reach youth in Canada ensuring they have the opportunity to develop essential STEM skills.

Actua represents and supports a network of 43 members located at universities and colleges across Canada and provides this network with resources, funding, and advocacy at the national level.

As a national charity, Actua is governed by an outstanding Board of Directors.

Actua is actively seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated individual with a genuine passion for teacher professional learning.

We are currently hiring for the role of
_Education_:

-
Coordinator_, where you will foster positive relationships and provide professional development training sessions to teachers across the nation. This is a unique opportunity to work closely with the
_Manager of Education _ to influence the future of education by creating impactful programs and initiatives that empower teachers to excel in their careers.

If you are a high-performing individual who is dedicated to developing and engaging teachers, you could be the right fit for Actua's
_Education Coordinator _ position.


About you
You possess great interpersonal skills and a demonstrated track record of effectively connecting with educators from diverse backgrounds. Your adeptness in forging connections, coupled with your program delivery experience, will result in impactful strategies and tangible outcomes.

Your success is fueled by major strengths, including problem-solving, a positive mindset, and innovative solutions. Your work reflects professionalism, integrity, and creativity, all pivotal in achieving your goals. In collaboratively motivated environments, you thrive, leveraging resourcefulness and adaptability to enhance overall efficiency, especially in complex situations.

You have a genuine interest and commitment to the organization's mission and values.

You thrive in work environments where diversity, equity, and inclusion are not just buzzwords, but deeply ingrained in the culture.

With strong organizational abilities and a passion for non-profit work, you genuinely enjoy collaboration to drive teacher engagement and organizational success.

You'll work with like-minded professionals, collaborating to empower youngminds and shape the future of STEM education.


What you will do:


Contributing to Annual Teacher Training Plan and Efficient Implementation:You'll propose innovative methods to deliver effective Teacher Training to educators across
Canada, as well as coordinate the Education Team's involvement in national and international conferences.


Program Coordination:

You'll be responsible for the logistics of the Education Team's direct involvement in teacher PD programs, including planning travel and processing purchases.

You'll be the main contact with delivery partners and be responsible for managing parts of the program, like registration, material procurement, and facility booking.


Program Delivery:

You'll deliver engaging STEM & digital skills teacher training sessions across Canada, delivering them in both French and English and utilizing both synchronous and asynchronous methods.

You'll offer troubleshooting and support during program delivery, ensuring a smooth and seamless learning experience.


Enhancing Content:
You will support the Education Team's initiatives by creating resources and tools for educators, contributing to Actua's content development. You'll provide valuable feedback and input to develop effective Teacher Training sessions tailored to community and educator needs. Collaborating with communities and the
Education team, you'll ensure program content is culturally and locally relevant to educators and the youth they teach.


Qualifications

  • Undergraduate degree in education or related field.
  • Fluent in both French and English (spoken and written).
  • Demonstrated ability to facilitate both inperson and virtual learning experiences with adult learners.
  • Demonstrated ability in organizing tasks and conveying ideas with utmost clarity, smoothly collaborating, and fostering a cohesive work environment.
  • Proficiency in harnessing cuttingedge educational technologies, driving transformative advancements in teaching and learning methodologies.
  • Orchestrating and coordinating complex projects with finesse while ensuring timely delivery and alignment with organizational goals.
  • Passionate about education and supporting teachers' professional growth.

Why work with us:

In this role, you will have the opportunity to make a national impact by joining one of
Canada's most entrepreneurial and influential organizations in the skills develo
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