Education Facilitator - Full Time

About the Calgary Stampede Foundation

The Calgary Stampede Foundation supports youth of Alberta by providing dynamic programming and inspiring spaces to enhance their leadership skills, personal growth, creativity, and education. Our vibrant and welcoming campus connects arts, heritage, and education. As an organization that exists for the benefit of the community, inclusion and equity are woven into our core values of western hospitality, pride of place, integrity and commitment to the community.

Position Summary

As a member of the education team, the Education Facilitator will have the opportunity to facilitate education sessions across a variety of programs including the Sam Centre Education Field Trips, OH Ranch Education, Journey 2050, and Stampede School, depending on experience, educational background and program need. The position offers the opportunity to be part of a one-of-a-kind organization developing strong youth that will build stronger communities.

The Calgary Stampede is committed to hiring the best educational talent. The role provides professional development and leadership opportunities, a variety of unique projects, program design experience, connections to the education and broader community, and the opportunity to impact thousands of students.

Reporting to the Manager, Youth Education Programs, the Education Facilitator is a member of the Calgary Stampede Youth Achievement Team. The Education Facilitator is responsible for the delivery of the programs, making each experience interactive, relatable, and impactful.

Attributes

• Passion for community-based learning, holistic student development, and tackling social and global issues through fostering open conversations and critical thinking in students
• Organized and detail oriented
• Continuous and lifelong learner, keeping informed about current trends and practices in education
• Values working with partners to advance opportunities for students and community
• Motivated, self-starter with a strong ability to work independently, as well as collaboratively within a team environment with consultants, sponsors, educators, volunteers and staff
• Has a learner-centered, community-focused, progressive approach to education

Please note: this posting will close September 16, 2026.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities of this role include, but are not limited to:

Facilitation

• Deliver interdisciplinary educational programming
• Create an engaging and interactive learning environment, fostering curiosity, critical thinking, and meaningful connections, preparing youth as spirited citizens
• Developing and improving the methods and presentation styles to make content come to life and guide participant’s exploration
• Engage all participants including students, teachers, and parent volunteers
• Ensure safety and well-being of students, teachers, parent volunteers and presenters

Administration and Program Support

• Support the team’s administrative needs, including data entry and organization, upkeeping reporting metrics in spreadsheets, and drafting communications as needed

• Assist education coordinators in planning for conferences and conventions, organization and purchase of program materials, and communication with teachers

• Assist coordinators with presentations at conferences and conventions
• Innovative program and curriculum design, developing educational strategies to enrich student learning, engagement, long term impact, and community connection

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of related experience in education or community-based learning environments

• Excellent written, oral, and presentation skills, with a high level of comfort when speaking to students, educators, and volunteers.
• Experience, knowledge, and comfort with online platforms and virtual program delivery, proficient in Microsoft Office applications, Apple products, and troubleshooting skills.
• Bachelor of Education, or related experience with youth programming
• Solid understanding of the Alberta Education curriculum
• Valid driver’s license and reliable access to a vehicle
• Background and passion for Alberta history, agriculture and sustainability considered an asset

Working Conditions

• Office, classroom and outdoor environments may range from a traditional classroom to the broader Stampede Park to the trails of the OH Ranch depending on interest and schedule.
• Repetitive arm, hand and finger movements, occasional lifting up to 20 lbs., squatting, bending and reaching, stair climbing, sitting for long periods of time, exposure to dust, fumes and animal dander.

Benefits

The Calgary Stampede offers a unique and exciting work environment and the opportunity for advancement and employee training.

To Apply

To apply, please submit your resume.

All applicants are thanked in advance and advised that only those selected for interviews will be contacted.