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Employment Opportunities (Permanent)
Co-Curricular Director
Co-Curricular Director
Full-time, Permanent
Pickering College offers all students from JK to Grade 12 exceptional and meaningful learning opportunities through its co-curricular program which is a fundamental part of each student's school experience. Our students learn to lead a balanced and purposeful life; they explore and develop their skills and talents beyond the classroom. The co-curricular program encourages students to participate in a myriad of activities whose common ground is passionate engagement: competitive athletics, recreational sports, diverse clubs, community outreach opportunities and artistic, musical and special interests. The co-curricular program inspires students to strive for excellence, develop imaginative insights and innovative ideas, and to act on their beliefs. We are looking for a leader with vision who can take our co-curricular program to the next level.
Reporting to the Assistant Head, Academics and Student Programs, the Co-curricular Director has the responsibility to develop, coordinate, supervise and communicate the co-curricular program for the Junior, Middle and Senior Schools. In addition, the Co-curricular Director will have coaching and teaching responsibilities. Our teachers must possess the following qualities: passion, compassion, expertise in their subject area, instructional expertise and curriculum innovation.
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
- Bachelor of Education with specialist qualifications in Physical and Health Education preferred;
- Ontario Teachers Certificate or equivalent;
- 3 years of previous experience as Athletic /Co-curricular Director or similar role;
- A passionate and enthusiastic teacher and positive role model;
- Strong organizational, interpersonal and customer service skills;
- Strong technology background
- Ability to demonstrate and articulate a passion for innovation and creativity in education;
- Demonstrated commitment to students’ academic and personal success;
- Demonstrated leadership experience and strategic thinking;
- Demonstrated ability to lead teams and work collaboratively with others;
- Ability to engage and execute objectives of Pickering College’s Global Leadership Program;
- Coaching experience required;
- ESL qualifications an asset;
- Independent School experience is an asset.
As a condition of employment, the successful candidate(s) must provide a current Vulnerable Sector Screening Police Report. Suitable accommodation is available for applicants with accessibility needs.
If you would like to be considered for this exciting opportunity, please submit your cover letter and resume to: humanresources@pickeringcollege.on.ca
Afternoon Shift Custodian (Full-Time)
Facility Services
Full-Time, Permanent Afternoon Shift Custodian
Reporting to the Manager, Facility Services, and taking daily direction from the Afternoon Shift Team Leader, the Afternoon Shift Custodian will act as a member of the Facility Services team providing cleaning, security, facility rental and function support, and snow removal as needed. One of the goals of this position is to ensure that our community is welcomed to a safe, clean and functional facility.
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or related work experience. Minimum of 1-3 years of custodian experience is preferred.
- The ideal candidate has strong interpersonal and communication skills and can deal with all constituents in a professional, courteous and customer service-oriented manner.
- The ideal candidate is adaptable and flexible, takes direction and likes to work in a team.
- The successful candidate has previous experience in a Custodian capacity and has used janitorial equipment in a school environment.
- Physically fit and adheres to safe work practices. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and climb various stairs across campus.
This position is on the afternoon shift working 4pm to 1am Monday to Friday. The successful candidate will provide occasional vacation coverage for the midnight shift Custodians.
Qualified and interested candidates are invited to send a cover letter and resume to Human Resources at: humanresources@pickeringcollege.on.ca
As a condition of employment, the successful candidate(s) must provide a current Vulnerable Sector Screening Police Report. Suitable accommodations are available for applicants with accessibility needs due to disability upon request.
Senior Network Administrator
Senior Network Administrator
Full-Time, Permanent
Pickering College is an independent day and boarding school with grades Junior Kindergarten to Grade 12, located in Newmarket, Ontario since 1909, founded in 1842. As a member of the Information Technology Department, reporting to the Executive Director IT, the Senior Network Administrator deploys, configures, administers, and maintains network infrastructure (LAN, Cloud, VPN, Wifi, internet gateway and telephony) and business systems (Office 365, Azure, SchoolAdmin, PowerSchool, Edsby, RE NXT, FE NXT and Billing Management etc.) for all faculty and operational staff to carry out their day-to-day business operations.
This role ensures that all systems are maintained appropriately for students to learn effectively, while staff and students receive adequate technology to excel in their roles and curriculum.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Configure, manage and maintain Firewall, Switches, Access Points, Security Cameras, Security Door Access, VPN, Servers, Printers and Copiers.
- Manage and maintenance cloud solutions specially Azure, Office 365 (email, One Drive and Teams etc.), SaaS and PaaS.
- Ensure that all hardware and software are configured to meet the industry standards and to optimum performance.
- Enhance scalability, reliability and resiliency of the IT infrastructure and services.
- Support the cybersecurity stance by implementing, managing and maintaining appropriate technical measures and controls.
- Maximize network performance by monitoring, troubleshooting and scheduling regular security patch and upgrades.
- Collect, save, review systems logs, and take appropriate action if any anomalies are found.
- Document and perform disaster recovery and business continuity of each system.
- Perform regular data and system backup, test data and system backups and conduct data and system recovery tests.
- Conduct regular audits, at least twice a year, to ensure that the best practices and standards are followed in network operation.
- Staying abreast of IT trends, research and attending professional development.
- Any other duties as required.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in information technology (IT) / Computer Science or Computer Engineering.
- Completion of advance Cisco Certification or similar certification is a must.
- Completion of network security certification is an asset.
- Possess very good communication (verbal and written) skills to convey technical information to both technical and non-technical users.
- At least five years related work experience in network administration and maintenance, network security, MS-Azure, Windows servers and cloud services.
- Hands on experience in configuring, managing and maintaining firewalls, switches, access points, DNS, Load Balancer, VLANs, VPN, Windows servers, security door access, security cameras and content filtering as per industry security standards.
- Can demonstrate very good technical knowledge of current anti-malware applications, network applications, all network layers, routing, switching, related protocols (TCP/IP, IPv4 and IPv6, HTTP, HTTPS, SFTP, SSH and SNMP) and encryption.
- Strong knowledge in Active Directory, Azure, Group Policy, Office 365, Google Apps G Suite and Virtualization (Hyper-V).
- Ability to script common operational activities in PowerShell.
- Can demonstrate a good understanding on defining policies, access control, logging management and network monitoring.
- Liaise with third party vendors, external contractors and internal staff to ensure that IT standards are met with industry standards and internal policies and procedures.
- Maintain an inventory of hardware, network appliances, software and licenses.
- Posses strong critical thinking skills and ability to solve complex technical issues.
- Good organizing skills and time management, and ability to prioritize tasks and multi-task.
- Good interpersonal skills and proven customer service experience.
Qualified and interested candidates are invited to send a resume and cover letter no later than April 1, 2024 at: humanresources@pickeringcollege.on.ca
As a condition of employment, the successful candidate(s) must provide a current Vulnerable Sector Screening Police Report. Suitable accommodations are available for applicants with accessibility needs due to disability upon request. Due to the large volume of applications, only selected candidates will be contacted for an interview which will be conducted in-person on campus. We kindly request no phone calls please.
Employment Opportunities (Contract)
School Counsellor
School Counsellor
Full-time Contract (January 2024 to June 2024)
The principle tasks of the School Counsellor are to help students and families make the best use of available opportunities and resources and to fully develop each student's individual potential. The School Counsellor brings to the educational process an understanding of the psychosocial development of children and the influences of family, community, and cultural differences as they interact with the educational process. Further, the School Counsellor provides the necessary professional skills to assist students and communities in problem solving and conflict resolution in a safe and healthy manner.
Under the supervision of the school administration and reporting to the Assistant Head of School, Academics and Student Programs the School Counsellor offers a broad range of direct services. The School Counsellor works in collaboration with the Health Centre and the school-based support team. The School Counsellor addresses the social, behavioral, and emotional factors which impede a student's school performance. The primary focus of the School Counsellor is to provide support to students and their families where there are complex issues which may require counseling, community agency involvement, family support as well as situations involving chronic truancy and mental health concerns. The School Counsellor will provide direct and indirect services to students, school student-support teams, individual staff and parents/families kindergarten to Grade 12, with a focus on adolescents.
Key responsibilities:
- Attend and contribute to regular Circle of Care meetings.
- Provide support to students ongoing and in crisis across the School.
- Meet with parents and participate in family meetings.
- Manage referrals for students and parents.
- Conduct classroom presentations/workshops to various age groups on various topics including but not limited to self-regulation, conflict management, bullying, problem solving etc.
- Lead student sessions for stress management, conflict resolution, and social media.
- Facilitate restorative justice circles (when conflict arises).
- Attend meetings with teachers and students to resolve in-class conflict.
- Support emergency student visits to hospital for mental health.
- Attend student “return to school” meeting at the hospital and provide report back to the school.
- Design and conduct PCA talks as needed (anxiety, self-regulation, relationships, social media etc.)
- Liaise with CAS on family and student issues as they pertain to Pickering College.
- Support Pickering College employees with all Duty to Report CAS calls.
Key qualifications and experience:
- A degree in Social Work or Counselling or Child and Youth Counselling.
- Three years of experience in an educational setting.
- Experience working with children and youth in a multi-disciplinary team.
- Ability to communicate well with students, parents, and staff with a high degree of diplomacy and professionalism and using sound judgment.
- Candidates must be registered with their professional governing body.
Qualified and interested candidates are invited to send a cover letter and resume to: humanresources@pickeringcollege.on.ca
As a condition of employment, the successful candidate(s) must provide a current Vulnerable Sector Screening Police Report. Suitable accommodations are available for applicants with accessibility needs due to disability upon request.
Employment Opportunities (Summer Camp)
- Day Camp Instructors
- Summer Day Camp Counsellor
- Global Leadership Camp Counsellor
- Global Leadership Teacher
- ESL Summer Camp Counsellor
- Summer ESL Teacher
- ESL Summer Camp Senior Counsellor
Day Camp Instructors
Hilltop Summer Discovery Camp (HSDC) Instructor
Full-time, Temporary: Mid-June to Mid-August
Under the direction of the Manager, Auxiliary Programs, the HSDC Director, and HSDC Section Head, HSDC Instructors are responsible for planning and delivering the daily activities of the Hilltop Summer Discovery Program.
This position requires broad knowledge of camp and outdoor education activities, excellent organizational, communication and problem-solving skills along with flexibility and the ability to engage all types of learners.
ROLES:
- Arts Instructor
- Sports Instructor
- STEM Instructor
- Challenges Instructor
- Leadership Instructor
- Outdoor Education Instructor
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Work closely with the HSDC Director, Assistant Director and Section Head to develop, prepare, coordinate and implement program activities.
- Design inquiry projects aligned to weekly themes for assigned age groups
- Actively supervise campers, at all times
- Ensure that the health and safety of all campers is paramount
- Lead sessions as scheduled
BASIC DUTIES:
- Design and lead projects, games and activities as scheduled
- Interact with parents at drop-off and pick up
- Track attendance of campers
- Manage behaviour within the camp group
- Supervise lunch groups
- Report incidents as needed
- Coordinate resource management and campus clean-up
QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS REQUIRED:
- Previous camp leadership experience and a strong knowledge of child development and needs
- Strong leadership, interpersonal and organizational skills, including close attention to detail
- Program delivery skills
- Experience in a leadership capacity
- Excellent problem-solving skills
- University education, Bachelor of Education preferred (or in progress)
- This position requires the candidate to have current CPR and First Aid training.
If you would like to be considered for this exciting opportunity, please apply online at pickeringcollege.campbrainstaff.com. Qualified candidates will experience a combination of virtual and in-person interviews prior to a selection decision. We thank all applicants for their interest, but we will only contact those selected for an interview.
As a condition of employment, the successful candidate(s) must provide a current Vulnerable Sector Screening Police Report. Suitable accommodations are available for applicants with accessibility needs due to disability upon request.
Summer Day Camp Counsellor
Hilltop Summer Discovery Camp Counsellor
Full-time, Mid-June to Mid-August
Under the Hilltop Summer Discovery Camp (HSDC) Director, Assistant Director and the HSDC Instructors, the HSDC Counsellors are responsible for providing active supervision to campers, designing activities and ensuring a safe camp environment.
This position requires broad knowledge of camp and outdoor education activities, excellent organizational, communication and problem-solving skills along with good communication and leadership abilities.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
● Actively supervise and engage campers at all times (drop off/pick up, activities, transitions, lunch and throughout the entire day)
● Work in an outdoor environment in all weather conditions
● Work After Care (until 4:30 p.m.) from week to week, as necessary
● Design activities, including crafts, games, sports and other camp activities
● Support Instructors during projects
● Lead games and activities as scheduled
● Interact with parents at drop-off and pick up
● Assist in maintaining accurate records, such as daily attendance and incident reports
● Manage behaviour within the camp group
● Maintain a clean and safe camp environment
● Supervise lunch groups
● Participate in pre-camp activities, including training, setting up activities, clean up, etc.
QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS REQUIRED:
● Experience working with children is preferred
● Previous camp experience is preferred
● Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
● Ability to problem solve effectively and work independently with minimal supervision
● Ability to work as a part of a team with a wide variety of ages and demographic groups
● Current Standard First Aid/CPR certification is required before the start of camp
● Ideal candidates should have completed or be pursuing secondary education
How to Apply:
If you thrive working in a team environment and want to have a rewarding summer working with children, apply today. https://pickeringcollege.campbrainstaff.com/
As a condition of employment, the successful candidate(s) must provide a current Vulnerable Sector Screening Police Report. Suitable accommodations are available for applicants with accessibility needs due to disability upon request.
We thank all candidates for their interest in this position, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Global Leadership Camp Counsellor
Global Leadership Camp Counsellor
Two Positions, 5 week contract - Full Time
June 24 - 28, 2024 and July 28 - August 23, 2024
Pickering College is recruiting two (2) summer camp counsellors for our Global Leadership Summer Camp. The successful candidate must demonstrate an eagerness to become involved in the development of this brand-new summer program. Our counsellors are responsible for overseeing the physical, emotional, and psychological care and development of Global Leadership residential campers ages 11-17. This requires supervising campers both onsite and offsite, and ensuring that they have a happy and healthy experience. Counsellors will run after school activities for the campers including a variety of sports, arts & crafts, and games, in addition to supervising campers on excursions in Ontario.
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
- Ideal candidates will have previous camp experience and must be pursuing post-secondary education.
- Expertise and comprehensive knowledge of global issues and leadership
- Strong outdoor education background
- Innovative, creative and dynamic
- Demonstrate and articulate a passion for innovation and creativity in education
- Demonstrate commitment to students’ academic and personal success
- Demonstrated ability to lead teams and work collaboratively with others
- Ability to engage and execute objectives of Pickering College’s Global Leadership Program
- Coaching or camp experience preferred
- ESL qualifications an asset
- Independent School experience is an asset
As a condition of employment, the successful candidate(s) must provide a current Vulnerable Sector Screening Police Report. Suitable accommodations are available for applicants with accessibility needs due to disability upon request.
If you would like to be considered for this exciting opportunity, please submit your cover letter and resume to: https://pickeringcollege.campbrainstaff.com/.
Global Leadership Teacher
Global Leadership Teacher
Five week contract, Full-time
June 24 - 28, 2024 and July 28 - August 23, 2024
Pickering College is recruiting a qualified Teacher for our Global Leadership Summer Camp. The successful candidate must demonstrate superior teaching abilities and an eagerness to become involved in the development of this brand-new summer programs. Our teachers must possess the following qualities: passion, compassion, expertise in their subject area, instructional expertise, and curriculum innovation.
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
- Bachelor of Education, Intermediate and Senior Divisions
- Expertise and comprehensive knowledge of global issues and leadership
- Strong outdoor education background
- Innovative, creative and dynamic
- Demonstrate and articulate a passion for innovation and creativity in education
- Demonstrate commitment to students’ academic and personal success
- Demonstrated ability to lead teams and work collaboratively with others
- Ability to engage and execute objectives of Pickering College’s Global Leadership Program
- Teaching experience preferred
- Coaching experience preferred
- ESL qualifications an asset
- Independent School experience is an asset
As a condition of employment, the successful candidate(s) must provide a current Vulnerable Sector Screening Police Report. Suitable accommodations are available for applicants with accessibility needs due to disability upon request.
If you would like to be considered for this exciting opportunity, please submit your cover letter and resume to: https://pickeringcollege.campbrainstaff.com/.
ESL Summer Camp Counsellor
ESL Summer Camp Counsellor (Four Positions)
Contract, June 24, 2024 to August 23, 2024
Under the direction of the ESL Summer Camp Directors, we are seeking four (4) Counsellors who are responsible for overseeing the physical, emotional, and psychological care and development of international residential campers ages 12-18. This requires supervising campers both onsite and offsite, and ensuring that they have a happy and healthy experience. Counsellors will run after school activities for the campers including a variety of sports, arts & crafts and games, in addition to supervising campers on excursions in the local area and the GTA.
Qualifications
- This position requires strong leadership, excellent organizational, communication and problem-solving skills.
- We are looking for candidates who will bring enthusiasm, creativity and a passion for learning and languages.
- Ideal candidates will have previous camp experience and must be pursuing post-secondary education.
- Preference will be given to candidates with experience with other cultures and languages.
- Previous experience or training working with English language learners is a definite asset.
Counsellors are required to live on campus for the duration of the ESL program and must be available to work evenings and weekends. If you would like to be considered for this exciting opportunity, please submit your cover letter and resume via https://pickeringcollege.campbrainstaff.com/
As a condition of employment, the successful candidate(s) must provide a current Vulnerable Sector Screening. Suitable accommodations are available for applicants with accessibility needs due to disability upon request.
Summer ESL Teacher
Summer ESL Teacher (Four Positions)
Contract, June 24 to August 23, 2024
Pickering College is recruiting four (4) qualified ESL teachers who also have subject specialties in the Ontario curriculum. The successful candidate must demonstrate superior teaching abilities in both ESL and their specialty, and an eagerness to support our summer program. We are seeking candidates who possesses passion, compassion, expertise in their subject area, instructional expertise and proven curriculum innovation.
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
- Bachelor of Education, Intermediate and Senior qualifications
- ESL Qualification
- Expert and comprehensive knowledge of the Ontario curriculum
- Strong technology skills
- Demonstrated passion for innovation and creativity in education
- Demonstrated commitment to students’ academic and personal success, including development of learning skills
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with others
- Experience planning and leading excursions to enhance curriculum
- Ability to engage and execute objectives of Pickering College’s Global Leadership Program
- Teaching experience preferred
- Independent School experience is an asset
As a condition of employment, the successful candidate(s) must provide a current Vulnerable Sector Screening Police Report. Suitable accommodations are available for applicants with accessibility needs due to disability upon request.
If you would like to be considered for this exciting opportunity, please submit your cover letter and resume to https://pickeringcollege.campbrainstaff.com/.
ESL Summer Camp Senior Counsellor
ESL Summer Camp Senior Counsellor
Contract, June 24 to August 23, 2024
Under the direction of the ESL Summer Camp Directors, we are seeking a Senior Counsellor who is responsible for overseeing the physical, emotional, and psychological care and development of international residential campers ages 12-18. This requires supervising campers both onsite and offsite, and ensuring that they have a happy and healthy experience. Counsellors will run after school activities for the campers including a variety of sports, arts & crafts and games, in addition to supervising campers on excursions in the local area and the GTA.
Qualifications
- This position requires strong leadership, excellent organizational, communication and problem-solving skills.
- We are looking for candidates who will bring enthusiasm, creativity and a passion for learning and languages.
- Ideal candidates will have previous camp experience and must be pursuing post-secondary education.
- Preference will be given to candidates with experience with other cultures and languages.
- Previous experience or training working with English language learners is a definite asset.
The Senior Counsellor is required to live on campus for the duration of the ESL program and must be available to work evenings and weekends. If you would like to be considered for this exciting opportunity, please submit your cover letter and resume to: https://pickeringcollege.campbrainstaff.com/
As a condition of employment, the successful candidate(s) must provide a current Vulnerable Sector Screening. Suitable accommodations are available for applicants with accessibility needs due to disability upon request.