intern

*The opportunity: *

We are seeking a mature, responsible, committed, and self-motivated individual to fill the *Selkirk Literacy Intern *position with United for Literacy.

_With generous support from the Selkirk & District Community Foundation and the Selkirk Community Renewal Corporation, the Literacy Intern will design and deliver literacy programs and workshops for children, youth and families living in Selkirk._

_This role requires superior organizational, time management, planning, excellent technical skills, and ability to work with a variety of computer programs. The literacy Intern will have solid communication and facilitation skills, the ability to create and maintain positive relationships with participants and the community. They will need to be flexible combined with a positive attitude in a demanding and dynamic work environment._

United for Literacy Interns work very closely as a team with our partners, and United for Literacy volunteers. All United for Literacy positions work under the remote mentoring/supervision and report directly to the Community Coordinator, and/or Regional Manager.

*Your main responsibilities and major duties:*

• Assist in the recruitment and screening of volunteers to support programs.
• Develop and facilitate an after-school *Number Ninja Math program at Ruth Hooker School *for students in grades 3 to 4 *(Once a week 3:15 to 5:15 Mondays)*

• Develop and facilitate an after-school *Reading Circle program *for students in grades 3 to 4. *(Once a week 3:15 to 5:15)*
• Ensure proper and accurate collection of statistical information to report to funder during and at the end of the project.

• Ensure adherence to all program directives and deliverables while maintaining and working within a specified budget.
• Support special events in the school and community at large.

*Skills, Attributes and Requirements*

_"The funding for this position restricts participation to young adults aged 18-29. Only applicants that meet this mandatory program eligibility can be considered for this role." _

• Valid Manitoba Driver License and access to a reliable vehicle
• Minimum 18 years old ? maximum of 29 years old.
• Demonstrated experience working with groups of children, youth, or families.
• Experience with program planning and management
• Positive, friendly, and approachable disposition
• Adaptable, self-motivated, responsible, enthusiastic, creative
• Ability to work effectively in fast-paced, lively, and changing environment and independently when required.
• Experience working with volunteers.
• Highly organized and attention to detail
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Understanding that hours will vary depending on the needs of the program.
• Respectful of diversity
• Commitment to literacy work and the United for Literacy mission statement

*Additional Assets*

• Previous knowledge and experience with United for Literacy programs

• An interest in a career in teaching, social work, literacy/community development would be ideal.

• A valid First Aid Certificate

Pay: $19.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20.0 per week

Work Location: In person