Educational Interpreter

Posted January 17, 2023

Duties and Responsibilities

• Presenting specified programs to student groups as arranged by the Education Coordinator;
• Portraying history in an engaging and participatory manner, making it “alive” and vital within the context of the present;
• Fulfilling defined learning objectives for each program;
• Adapting program delivery to meet the needs of the audience as required;
• Greeting school groups and opening and closing appropriate site(s) with necessary set-up and clean-up;
• Ensure the proper care and handling of artifacts and other objects associated with the facility;
• Supervise program participants while maintaining a positive and safe environment
• Maintain positive interaction and communication with staff, school staff, parents and community representatives;
• Assist in development and testing of new programs;
• Assist with program evaluation;
• Other duties as required.

Education and Experience

• Minimum of 2 years of post secondary education or equivalent experience;
• Experience in teaching and supervising children in a classroom or similar setting;
• Certification in First Aid and asset;
• Completion of a police check is required.

Skills

• Excellent organizational and time management skills;
•  Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, customer service experience an asset;
• Interest in history of  Western Canada;
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team;

Special Clothing and Equipment

• Heritage Park will provide appropriate costuming;
• Footwear, as designated by the Costume Department , will be provided by the employee.

Hours of Work

• 0 to 30 hours per week

How to Apply

Please fill out the form below or send your resume and cover letter by email to hr@heritagepark.ca

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls, please.