You will be supporting our upcoming homework club.

AMA Community Centre is looking for experienced after school program tutors for its upcoming homework club. Candidates will need knowledge in all subject areas from Gr. 1 to 12, but for the coming year the program will focus on Gr. 1 to 8. You will be working with students one-on-one and in group settings to guide them towards academic success.

Responsibilities

• Implementing & managing a safe, productive learning environment for children ages 6 - 14
• Assisting students with their homework & assignments from school
• Promoting literacy skills through available resources
• Providing updates to parents/guardians regarding the progress of their child
• Planning and implementing learning activities to supplement the students' homework and classroom lessons
• Researching or recommending software, equipment, or other learning materials to complement tutoring.
• Encouraging and motivating students to build their confidence
• Running and supervising recreational activities
• Being responsible for the safety and emotional wellbeing of participants
  Monitoring the progress of the program on a periodic basis (eg. surveys)

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills in English (French is a strong asset)
• Strong ability to manage a classroom
• Possess experience in working with children
• Punctuality and reliability
• Able to develop positive rapport with students
• Previous experience in a multicultural community or with children is an asset
• Provide a current Police Record Check - Vulnerable Sector

Rate & Contract Period - $16 to $18/hour for up to 10 hours a week. The employment period will be from September 2019 to June 2020.

Please submit your resume and a one-page cover letter that explains how you meet the above qualifications to info@amacentre.ca.

Deadline to Apply - Thursday, September 5 at 5:00 PM

Care for children during Taraweeh prayers (Fridays, Saturdays only)

We are looking to hire a sister for the position of Childcare worker during Ramadan pertains to caring for children during the night time Taraweeh prayers (on Friday and Saturday nights only).

The role is one that we take very seriously as it involves the responsibility of caring for young children whose safety and welfare are entrusted to the worker under AMA.

Key responsibilities include:

• Supervise and monitor the safety of children at all times
• Provide a safe and inclusive environment for play and activities
• Set-up and organize the daycare area each night. This should be completed 45 minutes before the prayer time for Ishaa/Taraweeh
• Clean up, sanitize and put away all supplies at the end of the evening, once all children have been returned to their parent(s)
• Maintain a Registration List for drop-off and pick-up of the child(ren), including child’s name, age, any allergies or medical concerns, parent name, and cellphone of both parents at the mosque (to keep on silent and check regularly)
• Help coordinate youth volunteers and assign them to small groups of children
• Plan, lead and guide activities, including stories, games, crafts, etc. while ensuring they align with Islamic values and beliefs
• Create and promote a positive social environment which includes sharing, cooperation, problem-solving, and respect for others in a diverse space
• Remain professional at all times with regard to children, parents, volunteers and staff

To apply for the position, please email us at: jobs@mymasjid.ca

• Basic Certification in First Aid and CPR-C
• Vulnerable Sector Police Background Check

• Childcare experience is an asset

Please send your resume to jobs@mymasjid.ca and make the subject line the title of the role you are applying for.

Join the AMA Team this summer!

Join the AMA Team this summer and help facilitate programs for thousands of participants (children, youth, women, families, new immigrants, refugees and seniors).

Position: Program Coordinator - Recreational
Duration: 9 weeks
Hours: 30 hours / week

• Candidate must be a Permanent Resident or a Canadian Citizen between the ages of 15 and 30.

• Marketing (video editing, graphic design)
• Program coordination / management
• Graphics design
• Strong communication skills (written and spoken knowledge of Arabic is an asset).

Supervision and Mentorship to develop these skills further will be provided.

Please send your resume to jobs@mymasjid.ca and make the subject line the title of the role you are applying for.

Join as a caretaker for the largest masjid in Ottawa!

Join the AMA Team this year and help facilitate programs for thousands of congregants.

Position: Caretaker
Hours: Full-Time (Irregular Hours)
Languages: English, knowledge of Arabic and French is an asset

• Candidate must be a Permanent Resident or a Canadian Citizen above the age of 18.

• Maintaining the condition the masjid facilities including the prayer hall, community hall, wudu spaces and washrooms
• Snow clearing using hand tools and machines
• Event set-up and takedown

Please send your resume to jobs@mymasjid.ca and make the subject line the title of the role you are applying for.

Join the AMA Team this summer!

Join the AMA Team this summer and help facilitate programs for thousands of participants (children, youth, women, families, new immigrants, refugees and seniors).

1. Support the planning, evaluation and coordination of programs at the AMA.
2. Develop planning checklists for major programs/activities and ensure that they are up to date.
3. Provide administrative support to the AMA Executive Director and Programs Committee.
4. Support grant management (proposal writing) efforts.

Position: Administrative Coordinator - Contract Full Time
Duration: 1 year
Hours: 30 hours / week

• Candidate must be a Permanent Resident or a Canadian Citizen.

• Administrative Skills (including Microsoft, Emails, etc.)
• Marketing (video editing, graphic design)
• Program coordination/ management
• Strong communication skills (written and spoken knowledge of Arabic is an asset).

Please send your resume to jobs@mymasjid.ca and make the subject line the title of the role you are applying for.

Sorry, there are no positions available at this time. If you have any questions you can contact us at info@mymasjid.ca