Math and Science Educator, Never Too Late Program - Calgary, Canada - Kindred Connections Society

Kindred Connections Society

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Calgary, Canada

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Description

About Kindred:

At Kindred, we're convinced the key to living well is healthy relationships with self, family, and others. But relationships are complicated and sometimes we find ourselves in vulnerable places, disconnected from those who matter most.

Kindred's purpose is to realize the power of human connection, and it shapes everything we do. Whether nuclear or chosen, family is the most important relationship in a person's life. So, we invest in the special bond between children and those that care for them. We provide road maps toward healing when essential relationships are ruptured. And we understand that accessing timely mental health support can inspire confidence with self and others. Healthy human connection is possible, and together we can realize it.

The Position:

Job Title:
Math and Science Educator, Never Too Late Program

Job Type:
Contract from September 2023 to June 2024 (Dates TBD)

Position Overview:

Kindred is seeking a part-time (9 hours/week) Educator/ Teacher for the Never Too Late program.

The Never Too Late program provides no-cost academic, social and emotional support to adult learners who want to complete their General Education Development (GED, or high school equivalency).

The Educator is responsible for online lesson planning and delivery to support students with GED exam preparation, while fostering a trauma-informed, community-learning environment, two days per week, four and a half hours per day.

The Math and Science Educator works alongside the Program Coordinator and Language Arts and Social Studies Educator and reports to the Supervisor, Community Based Programs

Qualifications:

Knowledge, Skills and Competencies:

Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
Flexibility with teaching formats, including online and inperson;
Adept at online teaching strategies, i.e. Zoom platform and digital whiteboard;
Ability to engage various learning styles in a dynamic group setting;
Strong interpersonal and collaborative skills;
Familiarity with GED test requirements;
Availability on Mondays and Wednesdays from 10:00 a.m. to 1:30 pm, as well as preparation time;
The Core Brain Story Certification through The Alberta Family Wellness Initiative is an asset.

Education and Experience:

Bachelor's degree in the field of Mathematics or Education, or equivalent;
Minimum 13 years of experience teaching Math concepts or facilitating curricula to adults whose history includesbarriers to success in traditional classrooms;
13 years of experience working with vulnerable populations, particularly in supporting adults experiencing complexlife circumstances (e.g., poverty, addictions recovery, mental health) is an asset;
Experience working with clients with unique learning challenges (diagnosed or otherwise);
Experience working with clients from diverse ethnocultural backgrounds.

Qualities and Characteristics

Embodies Kindred's purpose (to realize the power of human connection) as demonstrated by prioritizing, embracing, and thriving in the work through strong relationships internally and externally;
Strong personal alignment with the Kindred values: compassion, courage, family, excellence, and humility.

Other Requirements:

Must have a working laptop or desktop computer to deliver program virtually;
Expectation of flexibility with hours to meet client needs; some evening work required.

How to Apply:

Successful applicants for this Position must complete Police Information Check and Alberta Intervention Record Check.

Kindred offers a competitive benefits package, which includes health, dental, paid sick/personal days, generous vacation time, life insurance, AD&D, supplemental unemployment benefits plan, long-term disability, and group RRSP with employer matched contributions.

We also offer on-going learning and development opportunities, and we hold employee appreciation and social events throughout the year.

The need for human connection is universal.

At Kindred, we believe that everyone deserves to experience belonging regardless of where you come from, who you love, how much money you have or how you choose to pray.

By embracing diversity of culture, race, religion, ability, sexual orientation, gender identity, and thought, Kindred is committed to ensuring there is space for you.

Kindred approaches its diversity, equity, and inclusion journey with curiosity and humility.

We commit to creating a safe and inclusive environment for our staff, clients and anyone we have the privilege of being in connection with.