Department:	Science Education
Supervisor:	Manager of Science Education
Position Category:	Full time, temporary seasonal contract
Wage:	$16.75 per hour
Hours of Work:	37.5 hours per week; 12 weeks
Start Date:	June 5, 2025
Application Deadline:	March 24, 2025

 

Applicants must be current students returning to post-secondary studies in Fall 2025 and must be a Canadian citizen/permanent resident as per the candidate eligibility criteria of the grant program(s) funding this role. Applicants may be required to complete a pre-screening survey to determine if they meet the eligibility criteria. International students with work visas are ineligible under this funding program and will not be considered for this role.

 

Position Summary:

For over 35 years, the Discovery Centre has developed a reputation for being Nova Scotia’s leader in the delivery of exciting hands-on, minds-on science programming for youth.

Discovery Centre is committed to leveraging our facility, people, and programming to create inclusive spaces that ignite a passion for science and discovery. We are also committed to advancing diversity, inclusion, equity, and accessibility practices within our workplace, public engagement spaces, and programming. Our Centre’s Board of Directors, management, and staff believe diverse participation and representation are essential and that our networks thrive when we create an inclusive and equitable culture where all people can see themselves reflected, feel respected, and have their contributions valued.

The Digital Discovery Camp Counsellor works collaboratively with the Digital Discovery Camp Leader to help plan and develop engaging camp activities centered around coding, circuitry, and/or robotics for youth ages 9-13 in partnership with Digital Nova Scotia. Digital camps are delivered at Discovery Centre and free to various communities throughout the province of Nova Scotia.

The Digital Discovery Camp Counsellor will benefit from the opportunity of working in a challenging and dynamic science themed program setting, providing significant opportunity to improve upon their communication skills, organizational skills, knowledge of science, knowledge of educational practices, and ability to work with the public and children.

 

Description of Tasks:

The Digital Discovery Camp Counsellor works in the Science Education department and reports to the Manager of Science Education and the Digital Discovery Camp Leader. The primary tasks of the position are:

• Successfully collaborating with the Camp Leader and Digital Nova Scotia and other community organizations to plan and develop hands-on learning activities and games for Digital Discovery Camp
• Helping deliver camp programming related to coding/circuits/robotics etc. for 15-20 youth attending Digital Discovery Camps at Discovery Centre and across the province
• Supervising campers while taking responsibility for their safety and enjoyment
• Assisting in providing guidance to campers and youth volunteers
• Maintaining a clean and safe work area
• Assisting in camp promotion
• Tracking camp weeks in daily journal of activities

 

Qualifications:

Education: Post-secondary studies in computer science, education, recreation, or a related discipline

Experience: Experience in child supervision, preferably in an educational, recreational, museum or camp setting; experience in preparing and presenting workshops an asset; experience in the fields of graphic design, digital animation, video production, or video game development/design would be considered an asset

Language Requirements: Fluency in English is required; additional languages (especially French) considered an asset

Competencies:

• Works well as part of a team
• Exceptional communication skills
• Leadership skills
• Good time management and punctuality
• Highly organized
• Reliable and trustworthy

Other Qualifications:

• Proficient in MS Office applications
• Must pass a criminal record check or vulnerable sector check
• First Aid and WHMIS certification an asset
• Valid drivers license is considered an asset

Eligibility: Applicants must qualify for SKILL or the Student Work Placement Program in order to be considered. A full commitment to the employment dates is also required (June 5-August 27, 2025).

Application:

Applications are to be emailed to .  Applicants are to submit their resume, cover letter, and references. Please note the position that you are applying for in the subject line of your email application. All applications will be reviewed but only those chosen for an interview will be contacted. All applicants are thanked in advance for their interest. Please note: this position is dependent upon receipt of funding.

Discovery Centre promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, and we encourage applications from candidates who self-identify as a member of an underrepresented group, including Indigenous people (especially Mi’kmaq), people of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), members of other racialized groups, women, people with disabilities, and members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community.

We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, please contact to request specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.