Description

Why Literacy? Work with purpose at United for Literacy. 

Canada’s literacy divide widens daily because so many people lack adequate support. Solving systemic literacy challenges is key to advancing social equity and prosperity across our country. Literacy changes everything. 

United for Literacy (formerly Frontier College) is a national charity that was founded in 1899. We believe literacy is a right, and that every place can be a learning place. Our vision is a Canada in which everyone has the literacy skills they need to achieve their goals at school, at work, and in life. Our mission is to provide local learning support programs that change lives. 

 We encourage applications that reflect the diverse cultures and socio-economic backgrounds we serve at United for Literacy. In keeping with our ongoing efforts to promote equity and reflect the diversity of our organization, we encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities and members of visible minorities.  

United for Literacy respectfully acknowledges it’s Northern Ontario regional office is located on the traditional lands of the Fort William First Nation, signatory to the Robinson Superior Treaty of 1850. Our work also takes place on the traditional territory and the enduring home of the signatory communities of Treaty 3, Treaty 9 and the Ontario portion of Treaty 5.  We acknowledge the history that many nations hold in the region and are committed to a relationship with First Nations, Metis & Inuit Peoples based on the principals of mutual respect, reciprocity, and collaboration in the spirit of reconciliation. 

The opportunity:  

This position is part of the Northern Ontario team and reports to the Regional Manager based in Thunder Bay. The Community Coordinator-Greenstone works both independently and collaboratively to carry out and promote the work of United for Literacy in the region. This position creates, implements and evaluates community programs; develops and manages community partnerships; coordinates, delivers and evaluates training to volunteers and community members. The Community Coordinator provides supervision and mentorship to support staff and volunteer tutors. The successful candidate will work from a Longlac office and at program sites in Longlac, Geraldton and occasionally Nakina. 

Major Duties and Responsibilities: 

1) Program performance and compliance (50%)  

• Provide one-on-one reading support to students identified by partner schools; develop and deliver summer programs; attend community events.  
• Implement and evaluate programs by collecting qualitative and quantitative data from learners, teachers, families, and community partners. 
• Customize programming to partner context and learner needs.  
• Coordinate resources required to ensure program effectiveness.  

2) People management (30%)  

• Recruit, coordinate and manage Interns and volunteers by communicating expectations, planning for, monitoring and evaluating performance outcomes.  
• Provide tutor training tailored to program-type and learner needs.  
• Influence performance levels through ongoing coaching and feedback, while enforcing organizational values, policies and practices.  

3) Professional development (10%)  

• Design, deliver and evaluate literacy related workshops for staff and volunteers of partner organizations, other community stakeholders, parents and learners.  

4) Relationship management (10%)  

• Build, manage and sustain external/internal relationships necessary to support organizational goals by liaising effectively with partners, volunteers, learners, management team and supporters; attending and contributing at meetings, and accurately representing the needs and interests of the organization. 

Competencies and Requirements 

• One to three years experience in related field; post-secondary education preferred 
• Knowledge and understanding of the communities served, program planning and evaluation, partnership development and sustainability, volunteer management, relevant socio-economic issues and trends 
• Experience delivering training material and fostering a vibrant, inclusive learning environment 
• Experience working with children and youth, ideally in an educational setting with students who are at a low to intermediate reading level 
• Excellent communication skills; confidence to speak in front of diverse groups of varying sizes 
• Able to manage multiple projects simultaneously, demonstrating adaptability, critical thinking, time management, and problem solving   
• Self-directed and able to accomplish goals with minimal supervision and as part of a team 
• Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail 
• PC Proficiency (MS Office Suite including Word, Outlook, Teams, Excel, and PowerPoint) 
• Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle 
• A current Criminal Records Check (or be willing to obtain it prior to the start of employment) 

Additional Assets 

• Experience working with Indigenous and newcomer populations 
• Bilingual in English & French an asset 
• Physically able to lift up to 10-20 lbs 
• Knowledge of social media platforms and ability to create materials using Canva 

Working with United for Literacy  

• Salary: $45,330 annually  

In addition to your salary, you will benefit from:  
Paid time off:  

• 15 vacation days per calendar year, pro-rated  
• Plus: paid time off during our seasonal closure between Boxing Day and New Year’s Day  
• Plus: half-days off before some long weekends (start your long weekend early!)  
• Plus: generous and compassionate wellness time allowance, and a “floating day” for personal/cultural events  

 

• Flexible work hours (in consultation with your supervisor)  
• Comprehensive health, vision, and dental benefits package after probationary period  
• A work environment that seeks to be open, inclusive, and fun  
• Staff-led groups and committees include, among others: Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (JEDI); Green Team; Internal Skills Development; and more.   
• Connect with your colleagues from coast to coast to coast for team-wide trainings and learning.  

Ready to join our team? Please email your cover letter and resume to:  
Cathy Megagan - [email protected] 
Subject Line: Community Coordinator-Greenstone – [Name] 

No phone calls, please. You will be contacted if you are selected for an interview. 
For more information about United for Literacy visit www.unitedforliteracy.ca.  

We welcome applications from individuals who self-identify on the basis of any of the protected grounds under the Human Rights Code. We are committed to integration and maintaining the independence of individuals and removing barriers to accessibility in the workplace. We are committed to full compliance with the Human Rights Code, the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, the Occupational Health and Safety Act, and all other applicable legislation. We invite applicants to request accommodation, as required, throughout the application and hiring process.