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STOPS to Violence is currently looking for dynamic individuals to join the Kids Matter facilitation team and help teach kids aged 5-12 about personal safety, bullying, and violence and abuse prevention. Our presentations combine puppetry and facilitation techniques to help kids learn in ways that are fun, memorable, and effective. Training in puppetry and facilitation is provided; previous experience is an asset. Our facilitators deliver presentations in various communities across Saskatchewan, so you must be able to travel for short periods of time. This position would be ideal for someone with an interest in education, social work, performing arts, or human services, looking to explore using puppet performance and expressive arts to teach children about personal safety. Please note this is a casual contract position.
Skills and Experience should demonstrate:
Personal and professional values consistent with STOPS to Violence.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to work effectively and collaboratively as part of a team
Experience with public education and performance based education with children in a group setting is an asset.
Well-developed time management and organizational skills.
A high degree of initiative, self-motivation, and integrity.
Ability to adapt within various settings and connect with a wide range of people in diverse communities
Saskatchewan Towards Offering Partnership Solutions (STOPS) to Violence is a province wide network that facilitates partnerships, information sharing and education between community organizations, government partners, service providers and individuals from across the province. Our aim is to promote healthy relationships and build strong, peaceful communities. For more information on STOPS to Violence and Kids Matter, please visit www.stopstoviolence.com.
Essential Skills
- Reading text
- Document use
- Oral communication
- Working with others
- Problem solving
- Decision making
- Critical thinking
- Computer use
- Continuous learning
- Significant use of memory
Transportation/Travel Information
- Willing to travel
- Willing to travel overnight
- Travel expenses paid by employer
Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)
- Not required
Work Location Information
- Various locations
Performance Setting
- Local or regional locations
Type of Performer
- Puppeteer