STEM Director

Reporting to the Recreation Programmer/Recreation Coordinator, the STEM Director will plan, organize and implement a high-quality program that is stimulating and enjoyable for all participants. Provide supervision, guidance and coaching to staff and volunteers. Responsible for the safety and wellbeing of registered participants and staff at all times.

• Plan, organize and deliver high-quality, safe, and stimulating lessons for all levels of participants
• Keep current with industry trends and new class formats
• Administer medications according to policy (if required)
• Recruit, supervise, coach and evaluate staff
• Assist with promotion of programs
• Develop, deliver and document staff training and meetings
• Assist with the development of program curriculum and lesson plans
• Ensure staff are following program plans and legislative requirements
• Monitor the use of equipment and supplies, conduct inventory counts and re-stock as needed
• Maintain complete vigilance while on duty and be ready to respond to any emergency
• Handle program feedback in a professional manner by providing exceptional customer service
• Complete administrative duties in a timely manner
• Maintain a safe and tidy program space, ensuring equipment is set-up and stored appropriately
• Report all concerns, accidents and incidents to immediate supervisor and take appropriate action
• Provide support as a STEM Instructor and teach programs, when necessary
• Maintain an understanding of department programs and services
• Understand, adhere to, and enforce Corporate Policies & Procedures, Confidentiality Guidelines, Emergency Procedures and Health and Safety Standards for all participants, and staff
• Attend meetings/trainings as required
• Travel between locations as required
• Perform other duties as assigned

• Required Education:
  • Enrolled in or has obtained a post-secondary Degree/Diploma in one of the following: Robotics, Engineering, Computer Science, Science, Bachelor of Education or Early Childhood Education
• Minimum one year of experience teaching various age groups
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Demonstrate ability to use computer coding applications, robotics and technology
• Participation in Robotics teams or clubs is considered an asset
• Current Standard First Aid / CPR C from an accredited organization, or ability to obtain within 1 month of date of hire.
• High Five Principles of Healthy Child Development or Sport Certification and QUEST 2 Certification, considered an asset
• Exceptional customer service and communication skills
• Valid Ontario driver’s licence and full time use of a vehicle, considered an asset
• Supervisory experience an asset

a) complete the City of Brampton’s mandatory learning regarding COVID-19 vaccination; and

b) take regular COVID-19 tests prior to attending the workplace. Employees must demonstrate a negative COVID-19 test result in order to attend the workplace.

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  Fully vaccinated means the two-week anniversary after receiving a vaccination series approved by Health Canada or the World Health Organization. Acceptable proof includes an Ontario Ministry of Health COVID-19 vaccine receipt which you can obtain through the Provincial portal https://covid19.ontariohealth.ca/ , or other government-issued vaccine passport or certification.