Indigenous Youth Outreach Program (IYOP) Facilitator

Job Title: Facilitator – Indigenous Youth Outreach Program (IYOP)
Location: Various (in-person workshops across regions, some virtual facilitation may be available)
Position Type: Contract / Casual Part-Time
Compensation: $30 per Hour
Reports to: Desneige Frandsen, Senior Program Manager

About Level Justice and IYOP

Level Justice is a national non-profit committed to eliminating systemic barriers to justice. Our Indigenous Youth Outreach Program (IYOP) is a hands-on legal education and mentorship initiative that connects Indigenous youth with legal professionals through culturally grounded workshops, mock trials, and restorative justice experiences.

Position Summary

Facilitators are key members of the IYOP team, working directly with Indigenous youth to deliver engaging, culturally responsive, and empowering legal education programming. Facilitators guide youth through a mock trial curriculum, support youth voices, and help foster understanding of the Canadian legal system through an Indigenous lens.

This role is ideal for individuals who are passionate about education, access to justice, and building meaningful relationships with Indigenous communities.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver IYOP workshops in schools, community centres, and courtrooms, using Level’s established curriculum and materials.
• Create a safe and inclusive space for youth to participate, learn, and express themselves.
• Facilitate activities such as mock trials, legal literacy games, and restorative justice circles.
• Collaborate with justice system professionals (judges, lawyers, court staff) to coordinate guest visits and courthouse components.
• Adapt materials and delivery to meet the literacy and learning needs of each youth group.
• Support evaluation by gathering feedback and reflecting on each session’s successes and challenges.
• Attend training and debrief sessions led by Level Justice to ensure consistent and informed program delivery.

Qualifications and Skills

• Strong knowledge of the law and legal concepts is an asset.
• Experience working with youth, particularly Indigenous youth, in an educational or community setting.
• Strong facilitation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of or interest in the Canadian legal system, Indigenous justice, and/or restorative practices.
• Commitment to cultural humility and equity-based approaches.
• Ability to work independently, manage logistics, and adapt to changing environments.
• Lived experience as an Indigenous person is considered a strong asset.
• Availability to travel locally for workshops.

Compensation

Facilitators are paid $30/h per lesson delivered, up to $90. This includes 2 hours of preparation time and 1 hour of lesson delivery. The Facilitator is responsible for transportation and arriving on time for each lesson.

We strongly encourage applications from individuals who identify as First Nations, Métis, or Inuit. Priority will be given to those with lived experience or a demonstrated commitment to working with Indigenous communities.

To Apply

Please submit a brief statement of interest and resume to Desneige Frandsen at desneige@leveljustice.org. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Please title your email submission as follows:

Application for IYOP Facilitation - [YOUR NAME] – Toronto, ON

Example: Application for IYOP Facilitation - Tom Smith – Toronto,ON