Mid August – early December 2024, part-time

Walk T.O.’s interactive educational walking tours explore social issues, media literacy, urban geography, the environment, art and architecture. We offer tours throughout the school year – Fall, Winter and Spring. 

As a guide, you will lead groups of 15-35 elementary, intermediate, and senior level GTA students, and their teachers, on some of our six city walks. Our walks are more interactive than a regular walking tour, incorporating small group work, role play, problem-solving, and collaboration throughout.

We are seeking a dynamic and adaptable facilitator who excels at setting a positive and inclusive tone, leading group activities, fostering collaboration, and creating an engaging and educational experience through interactive elements.

Responsibilities:

• Lead interactive and educational walking tours for students in grades 4-12.
• Facilitate small group work, role play, problem-solving, and collaborative activities.
• Adjust tour approach based on the group’s dynamics and interests.
• Present information in a creative and engaging manner.
• Ensure the safety and enjoyment of all participants.

We hire guides for our Spring and Fall Walking tour seasons:

• Our Spring walking tour season is from late March to late June, with (paid) training starting in mid February.
• Our Fall walking tour season is from late September to mid November, with (paid) training starting in early August.

Our environmentally and socially conscious city walks are rooted in the rich stories of Toronto’s people and history. We are seeking a creative, outgoing educational tour guides who love students and have lots of energy

Requirements

• Passion for interacting with students from grades 4-12.
• College or University degree, with experience teaching or working with young people.
• Experience leading and engaging large groups.
• Strong facilitation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to set a positive and inclusive tone and read and adapt to group dynamics.
• Ability to memorize and convey a large amount of material.
• Availability for at least three weekday mornings per week (9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.)
• Reliable and committed to the full season of part-time guiding. Great for freelancers and part-time workers. Please do not apply if you are searching for full-time work.

Pay: $27 per hour for guiding; plus training paid at minimum wage. Hourly wage increases with seniority.
To apply, email your resume, a cover letter and your availability (which weekday mornings you are available, any vacation/absent time needed, and how many mornings per week to guide) to: contact@walkto.tours

As the shifts are just 2-hours long, it is recommended that you live in the downtown core or have easy access to downtown – these guides are our happiest employees, as it allows minimum commuting time.
We will review applications as they are received and look forward to hearing from you.