Program Director Flag Football Camp

Program Director, Etobicoke Flag Football Camp # of Positions Available: 1 About True North Sports Camps

True North Sports Camps offers year‑round sports programming for boys and girls ages 2 to 14 in Toronto, Etobicoke and Oshawa. We offer baseball, flag football, basketball, soccer, multi‑sport and hockey day camps as well as after‑school and weekend programs during the fall, winter and spring. At True North, we believe that recreational sports are an important part of every child’s development and we make it our top priority to deliver a truly memorable experience.

True North Sports Camps was created by the founders of North Toronto Baseball Camp, and since 2007 our goal has remained the same: to provide the highest quality sports instruction in a fun, safe and encouraging environment.

The True North Philosophy

At True North Sports Camps we are committed to creating the best possible experience for every camper and great staff are vital to achieving that goal! While developing the campers’ athletic skills is certainly important, our core focus is creating a positive environment for our participants, allowing them to have fun and forge lasting friendships.

Position Details

Camp operates weekly in July and August from 8:30 am – 4:00 pm (with extended care from 8:00 am until 5:00 pm) Monday to Friday. This summer camp will operate for 8 weeks.

Location & Sport

Flag Football Camp – Etobicoke

Location:

West Glen J.S (47 Cowley Ave, Etobicoke, ON)

Term:
June 29 – August 21, 2026

Work Hours

You will be required to be on‑site July & August from 8:00 am – 4:00 pm Monday to Friday; there will also be some duties performed outside of these hours (mostly remotely).

Responsibilities

Program Directors are the on‑site leaders of our camps and are responsible for the planning, organization and implementation of daily camp programming, while fostering a fun, inclusive and safe environment for all campers and staff. As the Program Director, you are responsible for the holistic management of the camp with the support of the Assistant Director. More specifically, Program Directors have responsibilities both on‑site and off‑site, which include, but are not limited to, the following:

Pre‑Camp (June – Part‑Time (Approximately 30 Hours total))

• Work with the “Leadership Team” to create camp programming (daily and weekly)
• Assist with the planning and execution of staff‑training, currently scheduled to occur June 20/21 (attendance at staff‑training is mandatory; dates subject to change)
• Attendance at supplemental training specific to the on‑site leadership staff, currently scheduled to take place May 30/31 (attendance at staff‑training is mandatory; dates subject to change)
• Ensure that all required equipment and supplies are purchased, stored and organized at camp

During Camp (July & August – Full‑Time) Staff Management

• Effectively delegate to and manage the Assistant Director who reports to you as the “second‑in‑command” on‑site
• Provide coaches with informal ongoing feedback and instruction, as well as executing formal performance reviews
• Support the Assistant Director with the communication of weekly schedules and daily reminders to coaches (including any medical conditions, sun safety, hydration, etc.)
• Facilitate start and end of day staff meetings – set expectations for all coaches and encourage personal growth
• Support the Assistant Director in managing staff attendance
• On‑site oversight of CITs

Programming

• Organize camper groups and cohorts before the start of each week
• Create and facilitate daily camp programming – get involved with the campers!
• Work with the coaches to continuously improve programming

Camper and Family Interactions

• Support the Assistant Director in managing camper check‑in and check‑out
• Communicate and interact with parents throughout the day – handling program questions and feedback in a professional manner by providing exceptional customer service
• Assist coaches by providing care and comfort to upset, distraught or homesick campers

First Aid and Camp Safety

• Ensure that all activities are carried out in a safe manner
• Support the Assistant Director in:
  • Providing first aid to Campers and Coaches as needed
  • Maintaining diligent…