Indigenous Education Coordinator Trainee

Department: School Visits

Contract: April 1, 2026 to March 31, 2027

Hours: Monday-Friday, 35 hours per week

Rate of Pay: $22/hour

Location: Waterfront campus in downtown Toronto

Application Deadline: March 8, 2026

Summary of Function

Located at Harbourfront Centre, School Visits is an innovative field-trip program that offers hands-on, curriculum-based learning experiences through multidisciplinary experiences. The Indigenous Education Coordinator Trainee will be responsible for delivering programs in Indigenous Studies and/or other disciplines including Visual Arts, Performing Arts or Urban Studies. Key responsibilities include setting up, facilitating and cleaning up after scheduled workshops. In addition to leading workshops, the Indigenous Education Coordinator Trainee will support both School Visits and Camps in administrative and programming tasks.

Duties

• Facilitate hands-on, curriculum-based School Visits programs in Indigenous Studies and/or other disciplines for grades pre-kindergarten to grade 12
• Prepare, set up and cleanup program spaces, materials and equipment for scheduled workshops
• Deliver engaging, age-appropriate learning experiences for visiting school groups
• Ensure a safe, inclusive, and respectful learning environment for all participants
• Monitor and evaluate programs to ensure they meet the needs of students and teachers, with a strong emphasis on experiential learning
• Provides superior customer service to visiting teachers and student groups
• Take ownership of student safety during an emergency procedure
• Supports co-op students, volunteers, interns and/or student teachers when assigned
• Follow established health and safety procedures, program guidelines, and organizational policies
• Participate in training, orientation, and professional development as required
• Support the Learning team in program review and development
• Support development for our Indigenous resources for School Visits programs
• Assist in outreach, registration and/or other administrative duties in both School Visits and Camps
• Assist Learning team in supply management including supply inventory, replenishment and cost analysis
• Participate in professional development opportunities with other departments, including hands-on and administrative experience

Requirements

• Demonstrated teaching experience and/or leading workshops with children and youth in any formal or informal setting (school, gallery, museum, before/after school program, camp)
• Background or training in Visual Arts (e.g., clay, mixed media, printmaking, textile arts), Performing Arts (dance, drama, music), Urban Studies, education, or a related field is an asset
• Able to stand for a long period of time and lift various materials and equipment up to 40lbs
• Excellent communication, facilitation, classroom/group management skills, including the ability to handle potentially difficult situations with diplomacy
• Strong organizational and time management skills within a classroom setting
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team and independently when required
• Demonstrated commitment to creating safe, inclusive, and respectful learning environments
• Bilingual (English - French) is considered an asset
• As a condition of employment, a Vulnerable Sector Check that is satisfactory to Harbourfront Centre will be required of the successful candidate. The cost of this screening is to be covered by the incumbent
• Must be legally eligible to work in Canada. Non-Canadian applicants must have a valid employment Visa and proper documentation authorizing their ability to work in Canada
• This role is based in Toronto. The candidate must be able to work on site at our lakeside campus

Our Values

At Harbourfront Centre, our values—Open, Brave, Rigorous, and Kind—reflect our commitment to inclusivity, imaginative risk-taking, excellence, and respect, ensuring enriching experiences for all.

How To Apply

Harbourfront Centre is committed to diversity and inclusiveness. We encourage qualified candidates from all backgrounds to apply. Acceptable applications must include a current resume and a cover letter indicating why you wish to join the team and how you would meet the criteria for this key position.

We invite qualified applicants to submit their cover letter and resume through jobs@harbourfrontcentre.com by March 8, 2026. Please quote Indigenous Education Coordinator Trainee in the subject line of your application.

Please note: Potential candidates must be First Nations, Inuit or Metis and reside within the GTA. Candidates must be registered or eligible to register with Miziwe Biik Aboriginal Employment and Training.