Program Director

19 hours ago

Cowley Avenue Toronto Ontario Canada MB C True North Sports Camp Full time
Job Title: Program Director, Etobicoke Multi-Sport 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 8:30am – 4:00pm (with extended care from 8:00am until 5:00pm) Monday to Friday. This summer camp will operate for 8 weeks.   Location & Sport Multi-Sport Camp - Etobicoke
  1. Location: West Glen J.S (47 Cowley Ave, Etobicoke, ON)
  2. Term: June 29 – August 21st, 2026
  Work Hours You will be required to be on-site July & August from 8:00am – 4:00pm Monday to Friday however, there will 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 the 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 records of all incidents at camp
  • Administering prescription medications to campers 
  • Keeping a clean, well-organized, and fully stocked first aid kit
Miscellaneous
  • Ensure that camp-wide policies and procedures are implemented and followed by all coaches and campers (i.e., Hand sanitation, phones/tablets away during camp, regular headcounts, garbage pick-up, etc.)
  • Participate in regular meetings with your Site Director
  • Support the Assistant Director in tracking and organizing camp equipment, supplies, t-shirts and prizes

Experience and Skills
  • Strong leadership and communication skills developed through previous supervisory roles along with the ability to provide exceptional customer service
  • Experience developing programs and activities for children
  • Well-developed interpersonal and relationship building skills: ability to establish rapport and maintain excellent communication with campers, parents, and coaches
  • Strong organizational skills and ability to adapt
  • Experience playing and coaching sports AND/OR extensive experience working with young children in a supervisory role as a teacher or early childhood educator
  • Ability to encourage and motivate staff, and to acknowledge and appreciate the contributions of others
  • Flexibility to meet on occasional evenings and weekends throughout the summer
  • Program Directors will be required to become certified for Standard First Aid and CPR C if they do not already possess these certifications

Compensation Compensation will be determined based on experience and qualifications and will be competitive with comparable positions.   Application Process:  To apply for the Program Director of our Etobicoke Multi-Sport Camp position, please select the green "Apply Now" button at the top of this page to complete the application form.
We welcome applications from people with disabilities and will provide accommodation as required by law upon request.

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