Child and Youth Summer Camp Instructor I​/II

This posting is for two different positions:
Summer Camp Instructor I and Summer Camp Instructor II. We are seeking up to 7 Instructors I’s and 6 Instructor II’s.

These positions are seasonal starting in July with an expected end date of September 1, 2026

The Child & Youth Summer Camp Instructor I will be responsible for assisting the Child & Youth Programs Summer Camp Instructor II with the implementation of age appropriate, themed child & youth recreational camps. Ensuring the development and safety of participants, Instructor I will support Instructor II in leading activities designed to increase children’s emotional and social development, creativity and fundamental movement skills.

This will be achieved through a variety of structured and non-structured recreational activities that take place in a variety of environments.

The Child & Youth Summer Camp Instructor II will be responsible for the overall planning and delivery of summer camps. The Instructor II will plan, implement, and evaluate age appropriate, themed recreational camps. The Instructor II will ensure programs are designed to increase children’s emotional and social development, creativity, and fundamental movement skills. This will be achieved through a variety of structured and non-structured recreational activities that take place in a variety of environments.

The Child & Youth Summer Camp Instructor II will provide leadership and guidance to Instructor Is in order to create a cohesive team environment.

• Develop and implement creative, age-appropriate program plans based on camp theme
• Assist the Instructor II in the delivery of camp activities based on the High Five philosophy, supporting children’s emotional and social development, creativity and fundamental movement skill progression
• Responsible for supporting and assisting the Instructor II with managing participant forms and documents. Ensure pertinent information is communicated to camp staff team, as well as communicating any issues or concerns to the Instructor II, and Recreation Programmer.
• Provide participants with the opportunity to engage in a balance of high energy (ie. sports) and quiet activities (ie. crafts)
• Provide excellent guest service for program participants including greeting and welcoming each program participant and create a positive rapport with parents/guardians
• Collaborate and positively interact within a team environment
• Effectively communicate both verbally and written with guests, supervisors and peers.
• Maintain professionalism through presentable appearance, being prompt, and prepared for each shift
• Participate in various training and meetings for the purpose of sharing information and/or improving skills and knowledge.

• Overall delivery of camp activities based on the High Five philosophy, supporting children’s emotional and social development, creativity, and fundamental movement skill progression
• Lead role in creating, coordinating instructor ideas, and submitting program plans along with supply lists
• Instruction of up to 30 children in a safe and positive camp environment while following policies and procedures outlined in summer camp training
• Equipment management lead including:
  Set up/take down of camp room, assess safety of program equipment, and uphold a clean, safe and inviting camp room at all times
• Responsible for pick up/drop off of program equipment and supplies
• Ensure participants and parents are greeted into a welcoming environment. Take the lead role on parent inquiries and/or concerns
• Provide leadership and mentorship to Leaders in Training summer participants along with the completion of their weekly evaluations
• Lead role in communicating both verbally and written with guests, supervisors and peers.

• A high school diploma and enrolled in a post-secondary institution for recreation, physical education, education and/or related degree
• High Five – Principles of Healthy Child Development (must be obtained prior to camps starting)
• Strong leadership and team-building skills
• Experience working with youth between the ages of 5Y-15Y
• Ability…