Regional Humane Educator

BC SPCA

17d•Remote

About The Position

The Regional Humane Educator implements humane education programs in communities across a designated region, in schools, through BC SPCA community animal centres, and in the general community. Programming is based on provincial BC SPCA education programs and the Society’s strategic plan. As part of the provincial BC SPCA Education Department, the Educator delivers presentations and workshops focused primarily on youth, as well as humane education for the general public. The role establishes and delivers regional education programming, including virtual programming for other regions in the province. Programs may include spring and summer day camps, school presentations, teacher workshops, school clubs, shelter tours, youth and parent workshops, and Kids Club recruitment. The Educator creates an annual work plan with Education Department management and contributes curriculum-linked activities and presentations, camp activities, guest speakers, field trips, teacher resources, a teacher magazine, and monthly e-newsletters. The Educator oversees temporary summer camp staff and year-round youth program volunteers and casual staff, including screening, hiring, onboarding, performance management, and termination. The role also promotes programs, builds community and school relationships, supports community outreach and fundraising opportunities, and carries out program evaluation, reporting, record keeping, website and social media updates, material distribution, and budget planning. The position is temporary full-time for one year, providing maternity leave coverage. It is based in Maple Ridge, BC, primarily remote: approximately one day per week is spent in an Animal Centre, with the remaining time spent in schools and community settings delivering programs and camps. The schedule is 35 hours per week, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with flexibility required for some evenings and weekends.

Requirements

University degree in education, sciences, social work, animal welfare, environmental studies, general arts, or another related discipline, and 5–8 years of related work experience, preferably in education; or an equivalent combination of education and experience acceptable to the employer.
Experience working with youth.
Excellent customer service, presentation, and public speaking skills.
Strong written and oral communication skills.
Creative, energetic, and good problem-solving skills.
Ability to organize work, meet priorities, and work within a demanding schedule with minimal supervision.
Ability to work positively and respectfully with internal and external stakeholders from diverse backgrounds.
Willingness to complete a criminal record check with vulnerable sector check.
Competent computer skills using Microsoft 365.
Access to reliable transportation and ability to travel throughout the region as scheduled.
In some areas, may be required to have a valid Class N or 5 BC driver’s licence.
Commitment to the principles of equity, diversity, and reconciliation.
Philosophical harmony with the BC SPCA’s vision, mission, and strategic directions.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with Canva, Adobe Suite, and/or web design.
Experience working with children with diverse learning and behavioural needs.
Experience working with animals.
Familiarity with creating digital content.

Responsibilities

Establish and deliver humane education programming in the designated region, including virtual programming for other regions in the province.
Deliver spring and summer day camps, school presentations, teacher workshops, school clubs, shelter tours, youth and parent workshops, and Kids Club recruitment.
Create a detailed annual work plan in consultation with Education Department management and follow established training and reporting procedures.
Create BC curriculum-linked activities and presentations for youth and teachers, develop camp activities, and organize guest speakers and field trips.
Contribute to teacher resources, including the department’s teacher magazine and monthly e-newsletters.
Screen, hire, onboard, manage the performance of, and terminate temporary summer camp staff and year-round youth program volunteers and casual staff; provide coaching and mentorship.
Ensure compliance with BC SPCA policies and procedures and recognize individual and team successes.
Promote programs through local media interviews, flyers, local social media, and outreach to community centres, libraries, and community groups.
Build relationships with local school districts and schools, community groups, multicultural organizations, and Indigenous communities.
Work with the education team to identify and respond to community needs and support community relations and promotion of the BC SPCA’s mission and services.
Attend community events and teacher conferences as required.
Help identify local fundraising grants and sponsorship opportunities.
Contribute to program evaluation, report writing, record keeping, and humane education website and social media updates.
Disseminate program materials, distribute Kids Club promotional materials, assist with budget planning, and complete other administrative tasks.
Perform other duties as assigned.