Orientation Camp Leader

**About YFU Canada**:
At YFU Canada we provide intercultural student exchange programs to high school students from across the globe, inviting international students to study and experience life in Canada. YFU Canada is part of a global cultural exchange network representing over 50 different countries, with the mission to advance intercultural understanding and provide lifechanging experiences.

YFU Canada provides an arrival orientation camp for students to commence their program in Canada and we are seeking enthusiastic individuals to volunteer to assist with the student orientation camp and student arrival to Canada.

**Volunteer Orientation Leader Role**:
Orientation leaders act as an ambassador for Canada and are an integral part of the orientation helping to introduce students from Germany, France, China, Australia, Switzerland, Spain, and many more countries to Canadian culture, language, and customs prior to the students commencing their homestay and academic program. Orientation leaders are part of the programming that helps set students up for success, providing a warm and enthusiastic welcome to Canada.

As an orientation leader, you will assist throughout the orientation by leading and chaperoning a group of students over a four-day period (August 26th
- August 29th inclusive). The arrival orientation camp takes place at an outdoor education centre, near to Toronto with an excursion to Toronto taking place, as well as the arrival night taking place at a nearby airport hotel. Orientation Leaders will stay at the camp and assist the students through a variety of camp and team-building activities. Orientation Leaders also welcome students upon arrival at the airport, assist with airport transfers, and check-in on the day of departure at the end of the orientation.

As a volunteer, Orientation Leaders gain valuable experience working with students from other cultures while building their leadership skills in a unique environment. Groups of approximately 15-20 students will be assigned to each Leader. The Leader is responsible for ensuring the students feel welcomed, assisting with their adjustment to Canada during the camp and supporting students.

Orientation Leaders will have accommodations in a camp cabin, and airport hotel for the first night, and should be prepared for spending time outdoors in a camp environment.

**Why Volunteer with YFU Canada?**
- Volunteering provides an opportunity to develop important career skills such as leadership, intercultural communication, planning and much more.
- Volunteering at YFU opens a world of opportunity. You can become a part of an international family for the first time or renew cultural connections through our global network.
- You can be part of building a life changing experience for students.

**Requirements**:

- Available for an online orientation prep and training meeting within two weeks of the camp.
- Access to a vehicle, with a valid driver’s license and comfort driving or transportation to and from the Toronto Airport and/or the camp venue. Transportation to the airport or camp venue is the responsibility of the leader.
- Arrive on site at the airport hotel on August 26th in the late afternoon or at the airport directly on August 26th, based upon orientation schedule, and be available for the duration of the orientation, on site/at the airport, until 6pm on August 29th
- A current criminal reference check processed by our provider, or able to provide a current one prior to the orientation camp.
- A great deal of energy and enthusiasm. The success of the activities is largely dependent on the passion of the leader and the ability to make the students feel welcome and comfortable quickly.
- Mature, responsible, and well organized to ensure the smooth running of the orientation and supervision of the international students.

**Qualifications**:

- Previous experience working with youth, high school students or international students in an educational setting, camp, or club/activity. Experience with teaching, education, camps, or student events/activities.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Knowledge and awareness of various cultures.
- Involvement with volunteer and/or student organizations.
- Experience in guiding or leading groups of students.
- Completion of high school diploma.
- Experience living or studying abroad is an asset.
- First Aid qualifications are an asset

**How to Apply**:
Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Join us in making a difference in the lives of new students as they embark on their educational and cultural exchange journey

**Job Type**: Seasonal
Contract length: 4 days

Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 2025-08-26