Summary
Youth Now on Track Services (YNOT) is looking for an education specialist to lead a team in achieving the goals and objectives of the Innovative Support for Black Parents Initiative (ISBP) as well as the general needs of the organization's additional initiatives.

Type of position
This is a full-time position with the flexibility of sometimes having to work towards the evening hours or attend weekend meetings/events.

Hours of work
Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday—9:00 am to 5:00 pm; Wednesday and Friday—9:30 am to 5:30 pm—may vary (40 hours/week).

Description
Youth Now on Track Services is seeking a dedicated and energetic education specialist to lead the delivery of the Innovative Support for Black Parents (ISBP) Initiative and support the coordination of other youth- and family-centered programs offered by the organization. The successful candidate will be responsible for planning, organizing, and supervising educational and recreational activities for children aged 4 to 13 , ensuring all programming aligns with the developmental needs of participants and the overall goals of YNOT.

Schedule

Monday to Friday

Weekends as needed

Position Title
ISBPEducation Specialist

Key Responsibilities

Lead the planning and execution of programs and events under the ISBP initiative, including Afterschool, Summer Camp, Spring Break, mental health workshop, Christmas Toy Drive, and other youth programs.

Develop a vision and progressive short-term and long-term plan to improve and maintain a high scope for the ISBP initiatives.

Supervise and support program staff, volunteers, and placement students to ensure high-quality delivery and participant engagement.





Provide weekly updates of the program to the manager with regular reports on the program and tasks, including the progress of participants, interns, and volunteers.

Develop age-appropriate activities that support children's social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development.

Manage logistics for programs and events that may serve between 30 to 150 children , depending on scope and outreach.

Proactive in finding sponsors and partners for the ISBP program to ensure sustainability.

Coordinating facilitation and other related activities for Workshops such as Mental Health

Maintain accurate records, reports, and documentation of program activities, attendance, and outcomes.

Required to attend monthly meetings and professional training sessions

Personal development towards supporting the execution of the role more effectively.

Build strong relationships with children, families, and community partners to foster a safe, inclusive, and welcoming environment.

Ensure compliance with organizational policies, safety standards, and relevant child protection guidelines.

Assist with outreach, promotion, and evaluation of programs to ensure continuous improvement and community relevance.

Writing of evaluation reports of programs to government/funders.





Ensure the health and safety of all children at all times by identifying potential hazards and proactively implementing preventative measures.

Report to the Program Manager

Attend meetings when needed.

Other responsibilities as required by the organization.

Requirements

Diploma in Child and Youth Care or Early Childhood Educators

Minimum 2 years experience as an educator or in a relevant positionly

Knowledge of program management and development procedures

Knowledge of budgeting, bookkeeping and reporting

Tech savvy, proficient in MS Office

Ability to work with diversity and multi-disciplinary teams

Excellent time-management and organizational skills

Outstanding verbal and written communication skills

Detail-oriented and efficient

Grant writing skills are an asset

Current Standard First Aid and Infant/Child CPR & AED certification (Level C)

Reliable access to a car is an asset.

Skills

Program Planning and Implementation

Child and Youth Development Knowledge

Health & Safety Awareness

Behavior Management

Leadership and team management skills

Team worker and collaboration skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving and decision-making skills

Excellent communication skills

Time-management and organizational skills

First Aid & CPR Certification

Proactive with Personal and Professional development

Ability to instill positivity within a team and keep them motivated

Cultural Sensitivity & Inclusion

We sincerely appreciate and thank all applicants. We will only contact candidates selected for interview.

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📌 ISBP Education Specialist (Ontario)
🏢 Youth Now On Track Services (YNOT) Organization
📍 Ontario