Panther Academy

The Athletics & Recreation Department requires a Head Counselor for the Panther Academy Summer Camps to be responsible for and lead all Preschool camp offerings.

• Provide mentoring to new staff and support during staff training
• Conduct themselves and their work in an enjoyable, presentable and professional manner
• Perform duties without direct supervision
• Be responsible for submitting daily reports to the Coordinator, Sales & Panther Academy and performing other duties as required

• A background working with Preschool aged children would be considered an asset
• Previous experience working with children or working in a camp setting
• Developing or leading educational or sport programming for children and knowledge of gym/outdoor games and activities
• Ability to communicate and be assertive
• Enthusiastic, outgoing, friendly and courteous personality
• Ability to relate positively to staff, campers and parents
• Adapt easily to unexpected circumstances and additional duties
• At least one year of postsecondary education is required along with a Criminal Record Check upon hiring

Priority will be given to University of Prince Edward Island students in accordance with Recruitment, Selection, Hiring and Employment Policies and the Procedures manual.