Job Title

The Camp Leader works as a member of the Early Years multidisciplinary team to assist in planning and implementing a high quality learning environment for children 4-6 years old. The Leader will work directly with the program supervisor who will mentor and train them throughout the course of the summer. Leaders will be required to attend a week of training before beginning their employment. This position requires the staff to take on a leadership role in implementing the program.

Program Responsibilities:

·         Collaborate with team members to implement program activities on a daily basis

·         Ensure program area is set up appropriately to meet the development stages and needs of the campers

·         Facilitate and implementation of specialty programs (Science-STEM, Dance, Music, Creative Arts, Sports etc.)

·         Engage children in developing interest based activities

·         Interact in a positive manner with children, staff, parents/caregivers and volunteers

·         Assist with daily maintenance of program space; proper storage of equipment and program materials

·         Actively participate in de-briefing sessions at the completion of each day and partake in preparation for the following day

·         Communicate with parents daily in relation to their child’s day and the activities they participated in

·         Other duties as assigned

Key Qualifications and Assets:

·         Individuals who are enthusiastic and energetic

·         Genuine interest in working with children

·         Demonstrate an understanding of leadership skills  and understanding of programming skills

·         Experience working or volunteering in programs with children (particularly with children 6 years and younger) in a summer camp setting

·         Demonstrate time management skills

·         Demonstrate an understanding of anti-bias philosophy

·         Legally eligible to work in Canada

·         Currently enrolled in post-secondary education related to young children an asset

·         Second language an asset

Skill Development Opportunities

·         First Aid Certification and HIGH FIVE Certification (Principles of Healthy Child Development)

·         Development of program planning skills

·         Opportunities to practice positive role modeling and supervision of volunteers/junior leaders, with support from full time staff

·         Develop “soft skills” (punctuality, appropriate dress, communication skills etc)

·         Opportunity to develop skills required when working in a team environment

·         Opportunity to develop customer service skills (greeting parents)

·         Overall goal of increasing the student’s employability skills for the future

Please submit your resume to:  pc@esbgc.ca

Thank you for your interest. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. BGC East Scarborough is committed to the principles of employment equity and encourages applicants from all Human Rights protected groups.  We strive to meet the accommodation needs of persons with disabilities. Applicants are encouraged to make their needs for accommodation known in advance during the application process.