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Company: City of Edmonton
Location: Edmonton, AB, Canada
Career Level: Associate
Industries: Government, Nonprofit, Education

Description

Are you an expert in cooking or baking? Do you have a passion for teaching and sharing your skills with children? The City Arts Centre has a reputation for providing quality arts experiences that are accessible and affordable. Our instructors teach a variety of group programs at various Recreation Centres in the City including the City Arts Centre. Share your expert knowledge and passion for cooking and baking with the citizens of Edmonton! As a Child/Youth Cooking and Baking Program Specialist, you must be confident and competent in your field and enjoy teaching others. You will be required to plan, prepare, and teach lessons for children, to a variety of skill levels. 

This position will be required to teach summer camps. Kitchen locations include Clareview Recreation Centre, the City Arts Centre, Booster Juice Recreation Centre, Mill Woods Recreation Centre, and Coronation Park Sports and Recreation Centre.

What will you do

  • Develop and implement lesson plans for children, and be able to modify these plans for a variety of learning styles and experience levels 
  • Manage their class time and preparation time, including preparing the classroom setting, equipment, and supplies for each class
  • Develop recipes and/or meal plans that emphasize the culinary arts or cultural dishes
  • Work independently with groups of up to 12 children
  • Problem solve, assess the needs of participants and adjust lesson plans for a variety of skill levels 
  • Coach participants on correct and safe techniques for a successful class experience
  • Communicate effectively and professionally in a classroom setting with a variety of age groups and physical abilities
  • Create an inspiring learning environment that is engaging, supportive, and inclusive
  • Emphasize hands-on practice to learn or improve skills
  • Implement safety and clean-up procedures established for the facility in keeping with OH&S standard
  • Perform other duties as required


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