lead camp counsellor- cstm

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Salary Range : $ 27.21 To $33.09 Hourly

Schedule: Monday to Sunday (scheduled hours between 12.5 and 37.5 hours/week, camp weeks (June 16 to Aug 26, hours/week)

Language Requirement: Bilingual (- - C ) ( definition )

Security Requirements: Enhanced reliability and a Vulnerable Sector Check

Work location: 1867 St. Laurent Blvd. Ottawa ON

Term: Summer 2026 (May 4 to August 26, 2026)

Posting date : December 22, 2025, until March 20, 2026

Note: Lead Camp Counsellors may be considered for Summer Guide positions. Language Requirements: B-C. Summer Guide roles will start on May 4, 2026.

SUMMARY OF DUTIES

Reporting to the Officer, Public Programs, the Lead Camp Counsellor oversees Camp Counsellors and volunteers, and creates a fun and safe environment in which children are inspired and informed about Canada's scientific and technological heritage at the Canada Science and Technology Museum. The Lead Camp Counsellor assists in camp program development and trains Camp Counsellors on the various STEAM (Science, technology, engineering,

art, mathematics) activities using creativity and strong leadership skills. The Lead Camp Counsellor assists in the coordination and daily preparation of camps, delivers camp programs alongside Camp Counsellors, and performs other camp duties.

EDUCATION

As an ideal candidate, you hold a completion of a minimum one (1) year University or College, or an acceptable combination of education, training and experience.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Current Standard 1st Aid/CPR "C"/Automated External Defibrillator
  Vulnerable Sector Check (Ingenium will refund the cost for successful candidates)

EXPERIENCE

• Previous interpretation, education, early childhood education, or theatrical experience in museums, camps, parks, tourism, schools and /or related fields is required;
• Experience working with children, including children on the autism spectrum and/or with disabilities;
• Experience coordinating logistics;
• Experience training colleagues;
• Experience working with robotics, coding and LEGO's robotics products is an asset;
  Experience at the Canada Science and Technology Museum is also an asset.

KNOWLEDGE

• of science, technology, robotics, and/or coding;
• of learning theories and interpretive techniques;
  of the mandate and the organization of Ingenium.

COMPETENCIES (the ability to)

• Deliver dynamic interpretive and educational programs;
• Simplify complex information about science and technology and explain it to children and colleagues;
• Perform physical labour such as lifting and moving objects up to 18 kg /40 lbs (chairs/tables, demonstration equipment, etc.), use manual dexterity while working with small pieces such as LEGO pieces, and be active alongside 4 -10 year old children for long periods of time both indoors and outdoors. work under pressure;
• Work effectively in a team situation;
• Work well without continuous supervision;
• Communicate orally in both official languages;
• Effectively represent the Corporation in a professional manner.

PERSONAL SUITABILITY

• High energy, self-starter;
• Experience and/or desire to work with children and youth in a camp setting;
• Friendly, responsible, service-oriented attitude;
• Excellent communication and people skills;
• Strong team player;
• Creative problem solver;
• A high degree of initiative and judgement;
• Attention to detail;
  Demonstrates interest in science and/or technology.

Union Affiliation : Public Service Alliance of Canada

Classification: level 3

Position Number: 9851T

Please note that only candidates who are selected for the next stage of this selection process will be contacted.

We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

Our Commitment to Employment Equity

Ingenium champions the values of diversity and inclusion. We encourage everyone interested in working with us to apply, including people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black and racialized individuals, as well as people from all ethnicities, cultures, sexual orientations, gender identities and gender expressions. Candidates are encouraged to self-identify as members of one or more designated employment equity groups. This is asked in a pre-screening question during the application process.

Ingenium provides accommodations to applicants during all parts of the hiring process, upon request. If contacted to proceed to the selection process, please advise us if you require any accommodation.