We’re hiring a Cycling Education Assistant AND a Communications Assistant

Youth en Route is excited to announce that we’ve been awarded two Canada Summer Jobs student positions, each for 12 weeks.

One position is for a student communicator who can help tell our story in words and pictures to our communities using our web site and social media; in our annual report and more. The second position will be for an education, special education, kinesiology or recreational therapy student keen to work in a role supporting teachers responsible for a range of age groups and curriculum areas

We’re looking for self-starters who are enthusiastic about cycling, active travel, urbanism and youth. We are a small organization and will deliver an exceptional learning experience with tons of hands-on work that will build skills and portfolios. Come work with us!

About Youth en Route

Calgary-based Charity Youth en Route champions active travel to school and beyond. Focused on high school students, our work breaks down the barriers youth face when considering activemodes of travel. At some schools, it’s the lack of secure bike storage or a lock. At others, it’s a lack of skills and knowledge.

We bring a fleet of bikes, some helmets and locks, and we teach kids to ride. It’s the most rewarding thing you’ll ever be part of! We also have an adaptive bike program where we support special education students with trikes, and teachers with help to get students riding in class.

You’ll work to show kids the power, independence and benefits that come with bikes. And you’ll have a blast – guaranteed!

Communications assistant

The role

Create blogs, social media posts and videos to tell the stories of our organization.
Update and maintain www.youthenroute.ca web site optimizing site health, QC analysis and accessibility
Take and edit photos and videos
Create graphic designs, info graphics and use other visual story-telling techniques
Use YER web-based resources to create projects using your own equipment.
Create and update the electronic database of photos and resources
Create reports to evaluate website and social media engagement
Meet assigned deadlines
Support creation of web site, social media and other communications strategies, in conjunction with the YER Board Communications Committee.
Maintain a positive, collaborative work environment.
The position reports to the Executive Director.

Skills and requirements

Registered or graduated in communications, public relations, journalism, broadcast media or equivalent post-secondary program. Candidates must meet all the requirements of the Canada Summer Jobs Program.
Excellent writing, research, editing and photography skills. Video editing, graphic design, web page skills are essential. A strong interest in cycling, bike repair and urbanism is an asset.
Willing to learn, get your hands dirty and try new things.
Ability to work both independently and as part of our small but mighty team.
Calgary police vulnerable sector check is required.

The details

Work locations will be a mix of onsite at schools, at YER locations and working from home.
May and June hours will focus on the school day, although some weekend work may be required. Summer Hours will be more flexible.
Pay is $18/hour, 35 hours a week for 12 weeks.
To apply, send resume, cover letter and sample of your writing to info@youthenroute.ca
Deadline to apply is May 7 at midnight with a projected start date of May 15.

Education Program Coordinator

Support teachers to deliver curriculum related to cycling and adaptive cycling including traffic safety, safe cycling and urban planning to deliver safer routes.

The role

Update existing lesson plans and curriculum guides for cycling or adaptive cycling classes with teachers, administrators, classroom aides and other YER staff.
Plan, create and collaborate on some new lesson plans and curriculum guides.
Prepare lesson materials, plans, tools, activities and games for use with all ages and abilities in large and small groups that meet learning outcomes and ends.
Deliver instructional content as per curriculum, meeting learning objectives for wide variety of audiences including ESL learners, special education and typical classes.
Planning and leading interactive activities and discussions.
Fostering interaction among students
Providing students and teachers with resources and support
Attend team meetings and training or professional development sessions
Maintain strict confidentiality.
Maintain a positive, collaborative work environment.
The position reports to the Executive Director.

Skills and requirements

Registered or graduated from an education, special education, kinesiology, recreational therapy or similar program at a post-secondary institution.
Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, personality, and interests; learning and motivation
Knowledge and awareness of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, ethnicity, and cultures
Understanding of learning and evaluation systems, pedagogy and fundamentals of human movement, motivation and class dynamics is required.
Basic knowledge of Alberta curriculum and learning outcomes
An interest in cycling, bike repair and urbanism is an asset
Willing to learn, get your hands dirty and try new things.
Ability to work both independently and as part of our small but mighty team.
Calgary police vulnerable sector check is required.

The details

Work locations will be a mix of onsite at schools, at YER locations and working from home.
May and June hours will focus on the school day, although some weekend work may be required. Summer Hours will be more flexible.
Pay is $18/hour, 35 hours a week for 12 weeks.
To apply, send resume, cover letter and a sample lesson plan to info@youthenroute.ca
Deadline to apply is May 7 at midnight with a projected start date of May 15.

For more information about either role, please contact