Dairy EducatorDairy Educator

Dairy Farmers of Ontario’s dairy education program has been supporting Ontario schools since 1995. We are currently seeking self-motivated, enthusiastic individuals to join this elite team of educators. The ideal candidates will possess knowledge of the dairy industry and have experience leading children in a group setting.

Dairy educators are responsible for the promotion, coordination, and implementation of the local dairy education program in a specified region. Program elements include live school presentations, and email correspondence to elementary level students on various dairy-related topics.

The dairy education program offers a flexible work schedule and makes an ideal supplemental income opportunity.  It is anticipated the dairy educator will work 3-4 days per week during school hours from September to June. Professional development and community event opportunities exist during July and August. Dairy Farmers of Ontario fosters a healthy work-life balance and family-first focus.

This exciting, highly interactive position has the following requirements and qualifications:

· Experience working with groups of school-age children in a leadership role
· Demonstrated effective group management skills
· Enjoyment working with elementary school children
· Knowledge of the dairy industry
· Access to a vehicle
· OCT Certification would be considered an asset
· Bilingualism (English/French) would be considered an asset

We currently have vacancies in the following regions:

· Algoma
· Brant
· Cochrane
· Rainy River/Kenora
· Thunder Bay
· Toronto