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Workshop Leader - Hamilton Region

Do you love working with kids? Are you creative and collaborative, professional and punctual? Do you thrive on being out in nature? Do you have a working knowledge of photography?

These are some of the qualities that Focus on Nature is seeking in a workshop leader for the Hamilton-Niagara Region.

Job Description

  • $22.00 hourly for 7-40 hours (the schedule varies from week to week)

  • September 23 - December 20, 2025

Salary & Contract

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead Focus on Nature workshops in schools including presentations to the class regarding the Elements of Design and basic photography techniques, lead photography walks and photo editing sessions, and leading final student slideshows

  • Assist with the supervision of workshop assistants and parent volunteers

  • Works with teachers to provide a safe, fun, and structured program

  • Maintain workshop equipment including cameras, laptops, projector, and workshop documents

  • Provide regular updates and feedback to the Executive Director.

  • Utilize Googe Drives to track and update information throughout the week

  • Perform additional duties and undertake special projects as assigned

Requirements

  • Be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person to whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act for the duration of the employment

  • Have a valid Social Insurance Number at the start of employment and be legally entitled to work in Canada

  • Positive attitude and a love for working with children

  • Minimum two (2) years of experience working/teaching with children

  • Excellent presentation, communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills

  • Customer service experience and ability to provide an excellent experience for teachers and students

  • Superior interpersonal skills including the ability to work effectively in a team environment

  • Interest and knowledge of nature and photography is an asset

  • HIGH FIVE® certification and Quest 2 certification are considered assets

  • Must possess own transportation.

  • Must be willing to obtain a vulnerable sector check before starting

Interested applicants should email their Resume and Cover Letter to Sarah.

saraht@focusonnature.ca