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Note: This role has been filled for the upcoming summer camp season. If you're still interested, we are still accepting applications. Please complete the form to be considered if more positions become available, or to be added to our contact list for future opportunities.

Full-Time, Contract
May - August
Undergraduate Students or Graduated
$20.00 - $22.00/hour,
Based on Experience

Please note that some of our camp locations will be running on Canada Day (July 1st) but NOT on Civic Holiday (August 3rd).

About the
Position:

Pre-Camp Dates: Select evenings in May and June, and full days on June 20, 24, 25

Camp Dates: June 29 – August 21

We are seeking enthusiastic and organized Unit Heads to join our Summer 2026 camp team. As a Unit Head, you will play a key role in leading and mentoring a group of staff and children within a specific age group (we call them units), creating an environment where children can thrive. You’ll oversee the daily activities, ensuring that children have fun, stay safe, and develop new skills, with a special focus on STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts, math) and/or sports and outdoor activities.This role requires strong leadership, organization, and the ability to mentor staff while ensuring a safe, engaging, and fun environment for children. If you’re passionate about working with youth, have strong leadership experience, and a love for camp, we’d love to have you on board!

Our Ideal Candidate:

  • Has significant experience supervising children in a camp, recreation, or educational setting.
  • Is an effective leader and communicator, with experience managing teams and providing mentorship.
  • Can guide and support instructors in delivering high-quality, engaging programs.
  • Is highly organized, adaptable, and able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
  • Builds and maintains positive relationships with staff, children, and camp families.
  • Recognizes the strengths and needs of each team member and fosters an inclusive, collaborative environment.
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Requirements

Background in teaching, recreation, early childhood education, or a related field.

Prior experience in a supervisory or leadership role, ideally in a camp or similar setting.

Minimum of 3 years experience facilitating programs for children.

Full weekday availability from July to August, as well as the pre-camp season.

Considered an Asset:

Education or experience in science, technology, outdoor adventure, sports, or a related field.

Skills in hands-on areas like making, coding, robotics, electronics, or 2D/3D design.

Role & Responsibilities

Provide supervision and mentorship to staff and children, supporting the smooth and efficient operation of camp activities.

Train, evaluate, and provide ongoing feedback to counsellors.

Ensure effective communication between children, staff, families, and the Leadership Team.

Facilitate staff meetings and act as a liaison between the Leadership Team and counsellors.

Address and manage staff and child conduct as necessary to foster a positive and respectful camp environment.

Support the daily schedule by supervising extended care before and after camp when assigned.

Additional Requirements

Access to a personal device (e.g., laptop) to complete job responsibilities.

Valid driver’s license with reliable access to a vehicle.

Current Standard First Aid with CPR-C (required prior to the start of camp)

Vulnerable Sector Screening Check (required prior to the start of camp)

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This job may be funded by the Government of Canada’s Student Work Placement Program (SWPP). The SWPP program requires that candidates be a Canadian citizen, Permanent Resident or a protected person defined by the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act.

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